All the Broadway Shows Headed to Iowa in 2026 & 2027 [LIST]

We already know about all the concerts headed to Iowa in the coming months, but what about the nationally touring Broadway shows? Let's take a look at some of the big musicals scheduled to stop at Iowa theatres over the course of the next year!

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Adler Theatre, Davenport

• SIX
  • November 23rd & 24th, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power!"
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
  • Thursday, January 28th, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTFIUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-bustin', show-stopping American rock icon."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Menopause The Musical
  • Tuesday, March 16th at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra AND memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles! See what more than 17 million women and fans worldwide have been laughing about for 25 years!"
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Shucked
  • Friday, April 23rd, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County. Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But who will venture beyond the borders of Cob County?"
  • Public On-Sale is Friday, November 20th at 10 a.m.
• The Wiz
  • Friday, May 21st, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway - from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy's journey to find her place in a contemporary world. Everybody rejoice -- this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road!"
  • Public On-Sale is Friday, December 11th at 10 a.m.
• The Bodyguard
  • Wednesday, June 23rd at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Based on the 1992 film starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, THE BODYGUARD is a thrilling, romantic musical that combines high-stakes suspense with unforgettable music. Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar, Rachel Marron, from an unknown stalker. Both expect to be in charge of their situation - what they don't expect is to fall in love."
  • Public On-Sale is Friday, December 18th at 10 a.m.

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Des Moines Civic Center, Des Moines

• Maybe Happy Ending
  • 8 shows from December 1st through 6th, 2026
  • "Winner of 6 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Maybe Happy Ending tells the deeply human story of a chance encounter that sparks connection, adventure, and maybe even love."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Waitress
  • Dates/Times
    • Friday, December 18th, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
    • Saturday, December 19th, 2026 at 1 p.m.
    • Saturday, December 19th, 2026 at 7 p.m.
    • Sunday, December 20th, 2026 at 1 p.m.
    • Sunday, December 20th, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
  • "Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as 'The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie' and 'Betrayed By My Eggs Pie.' When a baking contest in a nearby county — and a satisfying encounter with someone new — show Jenna a chance at a fresh start, she must find the courage to seize it. Change is on the menu, as long as Jenna can write her own perfectly personal recipe for happiness."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Buena Vista Social Club
  • 8 shows from January 19th through 24th, 2027
  • "It's been years since legendary singer Omara Portuondo last entered a recording studio. Once known as the "Queen of Feeling," her voice was celebrated throughout Cuba – until she vanished from the spotlight. But when an ambitious young record producer brings her a rare opportunity, the elusive diva must finally reckon with her past."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Legally Blonde The Musical
  • Dates/Times
    • Friday, February 12th, 2027 at 7 p.m.
    • Saturday, February 13th, 2027 at 1 p.m.
    • Saturday, February 13th, 2027 at 7 p.m.
    • Sunday, February 14th, 2027 at 1 p.m.
  • "Elle Woods appears to have it all, but her life is suddenly turned upside down when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting more “serious” about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her brain and ingenuity to get admitted to Harvard too. School begins with endless struggles, but with the help of her new friends, Elle quickly realizes her potential and her strengths as she sets out to prove herself to change the narrative."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Phantom of the Opera
  • 16 shows from March 3rd through 14th, 2027
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• The Sound of Music
  • 8 shows from March 30th through April 4th, 2027
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Mamma Mia!
  • 8 shows from May 4th through May 9th, 2027
  • "Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Alicia Keys' Hell's Kitchen
  • 8 shows from July 27th through August 1st, 2027
  • "Your journey begins with Ali, a 17-year-old girl full of fire, searching for freedom, passion, and her place in the world. Along the way, you'll meet the musical mentor who changes her life, her dynamic family, and the neighborhood that helps her grow."
  • Single show tickets available at a later date
• Just in Time
  • 8 shows from August 24th through August 29th, 2027
  • "Just in Time brings to life the story of Bobby Darin, the legendary singer whose short but remarkable journey took him from teen idol to global sensation."
  • Single show tickets available at a later date

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Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Cedar Falls

• Mystic Pizza
  • February 2nd & 3rd, 2027 at 7 p.m.
  • "Based on the beloved 1988 MGM rom-com that launched the career of Julia Roberts, MYSTIC PIZZA is a new musical about three working-class girls who navigate the complexities of life, love and family in a small-town pizza joint serving everyone from the townies to the privileged country club set. And what's in that secret sauce, you ask? The hits of the 80s and 90s!"
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Shucked
  • Monday, February 22nd, 2027 at 7 p.m.
  • "SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County. Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But who will venture beyond the borders of Cob County?"
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Into the Woods
  • Dates/Times
    • Friday, April 16th, 2027 at 7 p.m.
    • Saturday, April 17th, 2027 at 2 p.m.
    • Saturday, April 17th, 2027 at 7 p.m.
  • "The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results."
  • Purchase tickets HERE

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Hancher Auditorium, Iowa City

• A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
  • Dates/Times
    • Friday, January 29th, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
    • Saturday, January 30th, 2027 at 2 p.m.
    • Saturday, January 30th, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
    • Sunday, January 31st, 2027 at 2 p.m.
  • "Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTFIUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-bustin', show-stopping American rock icon."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• SIX
  • Dates/Times
    • Tuesday, February 16th, 2027 on 7:30 p.m.
    • Wednesday, February 17th, 2027 on 7:30 p.m.
    • Thursday, February 18th, 2027 on 7:30 p.m.
    • Friday, February 19th, 2027 on 7:30 p.m.
    • Saturday, February 20th, 2027 on 2 p.m.
    • Saturday, February 20th, 2027 on 7:30 p.m.
  • "From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power!"
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Shucked
  • Dates/Times
    • Thursday, March 25th, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
    • Friday, March 26th, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
    • Saturday, March 27th, 2027 at 2 p.m.
    • Saturday, March 27th, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County. Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But who will venture beyond the borders of Cob County?"
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• The Wiz
  • Dates/Times
    • Friday, April 30th, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
    • Saturday, May 1st, 2027 at 2 p.m.
    • Saturday, May 1st, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
    • Sunday, May 2nd, 2027 at 2 p.m.
  • "This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway - from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy's journey to find her place in a contemporary world. Everybody rejoice -- this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road!"
  • Purchase tickets HERE

Jared Barnes

North Iowa Community Auditorium, Mason City

• Shucked
  • Tuesday, March 23rd, 2027 at 7 p.m.
  • "SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County. Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But who will venture beyond the borders of Cob County?"
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Menopause the Musical
  • Saturday, May 1st at 7 p.m.
  • "Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra AND memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles!"
  • Purchase tickets HERE

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Orpheum Theatre, Sioux City

• Beetlejuice
  • November 17th & 18th, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• A Christmas Story, The Musical
  • Thursday, December 17th, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "A Christmas Story, The Musical chronicles young and bespectacled Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder® Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle (“You’ll shoot your eye out kid!”).An infamous leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa, and a triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the distractions that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas wish."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
  • Monday, February 1st, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTFIUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-bustin', show-stopping American rock icon."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Legally Blonde: The Musical
  • Thursday, February 18th, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Elle Woods appears to have it all, but her life is suddenly turned upside down when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting more “serious” about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her brain and ingenuity to get admitted to Harvard too. School begins with endless struggles, but with the help of her new friends, Elle quickly realizes her potential and her strengths as she sets out to prove herself to change the narrative."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Shucked
  • Wednesday, March 24th, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County. Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But who will venture beyond the borders of Cob County?"
  • Purchase tickets HERE

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Paramount Theatre, Cedar Rapids

• A Christmas Story, The Musical
  • Wednesday, December 16th, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "A Christmas Story, The Musical chronicles young and bespectacled Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder® Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle (“You’ll shoot your eye out kid!”).An infamous leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa, and a triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the distractions that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas wish."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Legally Blonde: The Musical
  • Tuesday, February 9th, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Elle Woods appears to have it all, but her life is suddenly turned upside down when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting more “serious” about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her brain and ingenuity to get admitted to Harvard too. School begins with endless struggles, but with the help of her new friends, Elle quickly realizes her potential and her strengths as she sets out to prove herself to change the narrative."
  • Single show tickets go on sale November 13th at 10 a.m.
• The Bodyguard
  • Tuesday, June 22nd, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Both expect to be in charge of their situation - what they don’t expect is to fall in love."
  • Single show tickets go on sale November 20th at 10 a.m.

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Stephens Auditorium, Ames

• Shucked
  • Tuesday, February 23rd, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy about an unlikely hero, a lovable con man, and an a-maize-ing battle for the heart & soil of Cob County. Maizy and Beau are getting hitched, when the corn that protects their small community starts to die. The town needs answers. But who will venture beyond the borders of Cob County?"
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Hadestown
  • Wednesday, March 24th, 2027 at 7:30 p.m.
  • "Intertwining two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — HADESTOWN is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go."
  • Purchase tickets HERE
• Menopause The Musical
  • Friday, April 30th, 2027 at 7 p.m.
  • "Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra AND memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles!"
  • Purchase tickets HERE

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