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The Theatre Museum of Repertoire Americana in Mount Pleasant has been open for more than 50 years. Its collection of memorabilia and scenic pieces span the late 1800s to early 1900s, and it’s believed to have the largest collection of scenic theatre curtains in the United States.
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Iowa City band, The Swampland Jewels, combines a mix of Gulf Coast oldies, traditional Cajun/Creole and TexMex tunes to encapsulate the work of folklorist Harry Oster.
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The Broadway musical Funny Girl is making its way to the Des Moines Civic Center March 12-17. Choreographer Ellenore Scott talks with IPR about her involvement with the hit show's revival production, including sources of inspiration.
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The Theatre Museum of Repertoire Americana opened in 1973 in Mount Pleasant, reflecting a longtime dream of repertoire theatre company owners and actors Neil and Caroline Schaffner.
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From beloved songs like "One Day More" and "I Dreamed a Dream," maestro Will Curry and an orchestra of 14 players run the three-hour musical marathon that is Les Mis night after night, all while on the road.
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Principal oboist Jeffrey Paul received a commission to create his own concerto. His vision included creating a brand-new instrument. But reaching his goal proved harder than imagined.
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The history of the Civil Rights Movement can feel far away.
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Whether it's romantic or platonic, love is all around during February. Pianist Dan Knight highlights this feeling by playing listeners' favorite love songs.
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From Muddy Waters to The Lumineers, a venue located in the basement of Iowa State University's Memorial Union has seen 50 years of music, theatre, comedy and more.
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The gender-bent revival of the Sondheim classic follows Bobbie as she navigates pressure from her peers to marry.