Des Moines

The pandemic has faded, but many workers have not returned to the office.

Sista Soul Fest is having its fifth annual celebration August 25 at Evelyn K. Davis Park in Des Moines.

Orchestras across the nation have dealt with attendance decline for decades. But a new music performance trend is exciting youth — and could be the entry point into classical music that orchestras need.

The musical adaptation of the beloved 2001 film about love is as glittering and fantastical as ever on its national tour. Music Director Andrew Graham walked IPR through what audiences can expect.

Iowans have been showing off their baking skills in stiff competitions since the early days of the Iowa State Fair.

The Theatrical Shop in Valley Junction, which sells costumes, wigs and stage supplies year-round, got an urgent message the night before the artist's Hinterland Music Festival set. They met the need and rented out nun costumes to her bandmates.

Des Moines 48-Hour Film Project is celebrating its 20th anniversary. And Disability Rights Iowa celebrates 40 years of making life more accessible for all Iowans.

The 80/35 music festival, held for years in downtown Des Moines, had a new location and different feel in 2024, but still had plenty to offer. And the music — and the people — were (still) amazing.

Restaurant critic Wini Moranville discusses what makes a great dining experience and her new memoir. And Iowa alum Brittany Brown is heading to the Olympics

Dementia, including Alzheimer's and vascular dementia, affects Latinos at a higher rate than whites.