Suffs at Des Moines Civic Center

The suffragettes musical

Des Moines, SUFFS is coming!

{Shaina Traub, alongside director Leigh Silverman, musical supervisor Andrea Grody, and choreographer Mayte Natalio, has created a musical wonder - and the proof is in the accolades|If you had any doubt about whether you want to see SUFFS. Not only did SUFFS rack up two Tony Awards for Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score, but also landed three Outer Critics Circle Awards, and two Drama Desk Awards, among plenty of nominations. There is a stunning irony in the fact that Shaina Taub became the first woman ever to independently win Tony Awards, and is the second woman in Broadway history to write the lyrics and book, compose the music, and also star in her own musical. The news you have been waiting for has finally landed: SUFFS will be gracing the stages of Iowa this spring!

SUFFS taps into the fantastic historical story of the powerful American women behind the powerful American women in the lead-up to the suffragette movement of the early 20th century. The brilliant, impassioned, brave, and entertaining theatrical sensation boldly explores the successes and setbacks of the American women’s suffrage movement with music that both moves and inspires a chuckle, great storytelling that is as affecting as it is humorous, and thrilling choreography that is much more than just dance moves.

SUFFS premiered in April 2024 at the Music Box Theatre, running through January 2025. Audiences described it as exhilarating, life-changing, momentous, and well-crafted, perfectly capturing the sweep of history. SUFFS has it all: from ingenious storytelling to musical opulence, from extraordinary performances of the highly accomplished cast to its magnificent movement between ferocity, hilarity, despair, courage, and jubilation. Without a doubt: SUFFS is not only in the run for a vote, but for a position among Broadway’s favorites.

Des Moines Civic Center SUFFS Tickets & More Info

With the Des Moines Civic Center’s triumphant reputation as one of the best venues when it comes to all things entertainment, you’re in for a night at the theatre you won’t easily forget!

The Des Moines Civic Center has it all - from to-the-minute sound and lighting systems to terrific sight-lines, from pin-drop acoustics to fantastic amenities, from ample safe parking to abundant comfortable seats spread across various levels and areas, ensuring that every seat at the Des Moines Civic Center is a great seat!

SUFFS has got the critics’ votes, and soon you’ll give it yours too. Tickets starting at just $153 for this Wednesday 29th April 2026 showing.