MARCH 24
The Lumineers
Grammy-nominated American folk group The Lumineers, best known for
their hit single “Ho Hey,” makes a stop at Wells Fargo Arena, with
special guests Kaleo and Susto. Their music has been heard in “The
Walking Dead” and “Mockingjay,” when founding members Wesley Schultz and
Jeremiah Fraites wrote the music for “The Hanging Tree.” In 2016, The
Lumineers released their second album, Cleopatra. 7 p.m. 730 Third St.
Tickets are $29.50$59.50 at HyVeeTix.com.
MARCH 25
Vintage in the City
Shop-hop to 11 Des Moines vintage shops during the 5th Annual Vintage
in the City event. Score unique finds and enjoy specials and
refreshments at West End Architectural Salvage, Found Things, Vintage
No. 35, Hinge, Preservation, Funky Finds, CJ Design Co., Hank’s Fuzzy
Guitars, Reclaimed, Porch Light and Raccoon River Fork Trading Co. Visit
the Vintage in the City Facebook page for a map of the businesses. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
MARCH 27
An Evening with Billy Collins and Clint Smith
Two renowned poets with very different styles will co-deliver the 38th
installment of the Martin Bucksbaum Distinguished Lecture Series at
Drake University. Billy Collins is a former U.S. Poet Laureate
(2001-2003) whose work has seen critical acclaim and popular appeal; his
last three collections have broken sales records for poetry. Clint
Smith is a 2014 National Poetry Slam Champion whose two TED Talks, “The
Danger of Silence” and “How to Raise a Black
Son in America,” collectively have been viewed more than 5 million
times. 7 p.m., The Knapp Center, 2601 Forest Ave. Free. More
information at www.drake.edu/ bucksbaum.
MARCH 28
‘Beauty and the Beast’
This dance interpretation of the story of “Beauty and the Beast”
explores the symbolism and lessons found throughout the fairy tale.
Performed by Malandain Ballet Biarritz, it features aesthetic movement,
celebrating sensuality and humanity. Come an hour early for a pre-dance
talk and learn more about the dance company, and stay late
for a question-and-answer session with the dancers. 7:30 p.m. Des
Moines Civic Center, 221 Walnut St. Tickets are $15-$61 at desmoines performingarts.org.
George Thorogood and the Destroyers
Classic rocker and icon George Thorogood and his longtime band the
Destroyers have released 16 studio albums, crashing into the rock
scene with their self-titled 1977 Gold Album. Just try not to sing
along with songs like “One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer,” “Get a
Haircut” and “Bad to the Bone.” 7:30 p.m. Hoyt Sherman Place, 1501
Woodland Ave.
Tickets are $36-$76 at hoyt sherman.org. For every ticket sold, $1 will be donated to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
‘Shakuntala’
StageWest Theatre Company welcomes Gateway Dance Theatre to their
Scriptease series at the First Unitarian Church with its production of
the beloved, classic tale. Be swept away and transported on a magical
journey to the land of India and a tale of love and beauty. 7 p.m., 1800
Bell Ave.
Admission is free and open to the public (suggested donation of $5).
MARCH 29
Kris Kristofferson
Beginning his career as a country songwriter, Kris Kristofferson
penned such hits as “Me and Bobby McGee” and “Help Me Make It Through
the Night,” before embarking on his own musical career. The three-time
Grammy Award winner has released 29 albums, including as a member of The
Highwaymen with Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings. Hear
him in a live acoustic performance at Hoyt Sherman Place, 1501 Woodland
Ave. 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are $45-$75 at hoyt sherman.org.
MARCH 30
Las Cafeteras
All children of immigrants, the L.A.-born Las Cafeteras have
wowed audiences with their live performances and unique blend of punk,
hip-hop, beat music, cumbia and rock. Their goal since starting the band
in 2008 has been to document histories of their neighborhoods through
music. Experience them live at the Temple Theater, Tenth and Locust St.
7:30 p.m. Tickets are $26-$36 at desmoines performingarts.org.
MARCH 31
Kansas
Kansas is one of the most iconic rock bands in history, with more than
30 million records sold worldwide and more than 200 weeks on the
Billboard charts in the 1970s and ’80s. See them perform live, including
their 1 million-selling singles, “Carry on My Wayward Son” and “Dust in
the Wind,” when they make a stop at Hoyt Sherman Place, 1501 Woodland
Ave. 8 p.m.
