The Notebook – The Musical at Des Moines Civic Center

Goosebump-inducing, jaw-dropping, breathtaking. Soul-stirring, emotionally charged, profoundly heart-rending. Magical, intimate.

The Broadway Musical

There is certainly no shortage of words to outline ‘The Notebook (The Musical)’ - just a pure powerhouse display of a tale both heart-wrenching and heart-warming at the same time.

So get ready for a very personal and romantic adventure; prepare your heart, soul, and body to get intimately involved with the star-crossed lovers; and consider the notion that once you’ve experienced Bekah Brunstetter’s ingenious musical adaptation of Nicholas Sparks’ iconic novel, your entire world will change for the better.

The biggest romantic treat to hit Broadway recently under the masterful hands of directors Michael Greif and Schele Williams, and choreographer Katie Spelman opened in Broadway in early 2024, and since has proved to be a feast for those who are romantics at heart.

Even though the musical adaptation had massive shoes to fill after the successes of the original 1996 Nicholas Sparks best-selling novel and the 2004 film adaptation of the novel, but ‘The Notebook (The Musical)’ very firmly holds its own, ticking all the right boxes and yanking at all the hearts (and tear ducts). The proof is in the pudding: ‘The Notebook (The Musical)’ has what it takes to turn even the most stubborn cynics into hopeless romantics.

Following unconventional timeline, featuring interesting casting choices, and boasting all round terrific performances, ‘The Notebook (The Musical)’ is unlike any other production.

What to expect

The classic “rain kiss? Consider it done. A wonderful production chock full of magnetism, chemistry, magic, and honesty that is quite literally bringing romance back to the stage? You’ve got it. A production with outstanding visuals? Done.

Don’t believe us? Let the proof be in the accolades: ‘The Notebook (The Musical)’ received many award nominations, including three Tony Award nominations, three Drama League Award nominations, an Outer Critics Circle Award nomination, as well as the sought-after Grammy Award nomination for Best Musical Theatre Album.

The Venue

The Des Moines Civic Center is the place to be this winter - so make sure to grab your tickets to the biggest romance to hit stages in years now! With the Des Moines Civic Center’s state-of-the-art lighting and sound, excellent acoustics, great amenities, and luxurious seating spread across various levels resulting in outstanding sight-lines, you are in for one of the most memorable theatrical experiences of your life!

So get your tickets now and get ready to fall in love with ‘The Notebook (The Musical)’!