The national tour of “Hadestown” swings through Iowa in early 2025. (Photo: T. Charles Erickson)
Classes are winding down at Iowa’s three state universities, but two have already announced their performing arts seasons for 2024-2025. It’s not too early to book season tickets, especially if you’re looking for a fun gift for Mother’s or Father’s Day, a birthday or an anniversary.
In Ames, the lineup at Stephens Auditorium includes a visit from the writer David Sedaris (Oct. 24) and the national tours of “Tina: The Tina Turner Musical” (Nov. 11), “Dear Evan Hansen” (Dec. 5) and “The Book of Mormon” (April 30, 2025).
In Iowa City, Hancher Auditorium will host several of the same tours, including “Dear Evan Hansen” (Dec. 6-8) and “Tina” (May 30-June 1, 2025), plus “Hadestown” (Jan. 24-26, 2025) and “Mean Girls” (March 7-9).
In Cedar Falls, a $14.9 million renovation and expansion are underway at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, where a grand reopening is planned for 2024-2025 season.
