Performing Arts

In her new book, a writer explores her family and its connection with distant Vikings and how that connects to the present. Then, how an engineer and fire eater reconciles seemingly disparate skills

After a nearly two-year hiatus, "Stories To Tell My Daughter," a storytelling experience that centers on the lived experiences of African American women and women of color, will take to the stage on Sunday, July 25, 2021.

The storytelling event, curated by Teresa Zilk, is a safe, warm place for women of color to share experience, wisdom and healing.

Host Charity Nebbe speaks with journalist Chloe Angyel author of “Turning Pointe: How a New Generation of Dancers is Saving Ballet from Itself.”

Host Charity Nebbe speaks with journalist Chloe Angyel author of “Turning Pointe: How a New Generation of Dancers is Saving Ballet from Itself.”

Saturday is the last day for artists of color across Iowa to apply for a performance space at a Juneteenth festival.

Host Charity Nebbe speaks with two dancers from Ballet Des Moines about navigating the pandemic as a live performance artist.

Host Charity Nebbe speaks with student poets about the difficult year and how writing has helped them through the pandemic.

In this episode of Talk of Iowa, we conclude our series, "Iowa Week 2020: Listening to Black Voices." Host Charity Nebbe talks with Black artists about creating empathy and change through words, stories and music.

Essential Workers: A Portrait is a University of Iowa Theater Arts project that helps us get to know and honor those who can’t stay safe by staying home.