Wicked at Des Moines Civic Center

There's more to Oz before Dorothy's story. That’s exactly what you’re going to get to witness at Wicked. This production has become almost as popular as the original, and that’s saying a lot because who’s never heard of The Wizard of Oz? Gossip, friendship and some of the top musical numbers that Broadway has ever seen are a part of this story. It’s actually the stage setup, though, that wraps everything together. Theater junkies will know that the top plays are the ones that are able to bring you into their world from the moment the curtains open up. Wicked makes sure the audience knows that they are not in Kansas anymore, but, in fact, in the land of OZ.

How the play navigates around the events of the original Wizard of OZ story is incredible. You’re getting a perspective that you would have never considered, especially from the original children’s book that started it all. The light and the darkness converge by the two witches, and of course, this battle between them as part of a complex dynamic is what drives the Wicked narrative! Definitely, not the kid’s show that the Wizard of OZ intended to be. Crowds couldn’t be more thrilled that this adaptation is not afraid to tackle darker themes. After all this is a story about two witches. They should have their sketchy sides, even the one that’s closer to the light! The musical that captivated Broadway for years is now on the road, and this is your opportunity to experience it live in Des Moines, Iowa

The Des Moines Civic Center is an excellent venue to enjoy a show like this. You can guarantee that the production team will be able to craft the World of OZ on this stage and make it palpable to everyone inside the theater. Naturally, not every seat is created equal. As is the case for most of these theatrical productions, you may be trying to find a spot toward the middle of the venue, a few rows back from the stage. From here, you’ll have the ideal view from which to witness Wicked. Hit that get tickets button now to be a part of the fun on Wednesday 2nd September 2026. Tickets are starting at only $95!