APRIL 25
Drake University Hosts Public Debate Series
The National Speech & Debate Association's
next installment of Podius Debates will be held at Drake University.
The topic: Is civil disobedience in a democracy morally justified? CNN
political commentator and former South Carolina State Representative
Bakari Sellers will debate this contentious topic with CNN analyst,
columnist, and former FOX News contributor Kayleigh McEnany. The
90-minute debate will be led and moderated by Iowa Public Radio
political reporter and Morning Edition host Clay Masters. The audience
will be given the chance to vote on the debate, as well as participate
in a Q& A session with the debaters and moderator.
Free admission. Doors open at 7 p.m.
APRIL 25-MAY 14
The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron?
In this one-man show, Robert Dubac takes on five hysterical personas in
the quest to find the answer to the age-old question: What do women
want? 7:30 p.m. Tuesday- Friday, 5 and 8 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m.
Sunday. The Temple Theater, Tenth and Locust Streets. Tickets are $25
and $43 at desmoinesperformingarts.org.
APRIL 27
Ballet Jazz of Montreal
Ballet Jazz of Montreal creates experiences that are uplifting and reflective of the world at large through powerful music, mass movements and allowing the dancers to fully express their identity. 7:30 p.m. Des Moines Civic Center, 221 Walnut St.
Tickets are $15-$57 at desmoines performingarts.org or the Civic Center ticket office.
APRIL 28
Brantley Gilbert
Hard-rocking country singer Brantley Gilbert makes a stop at Wells
Fargo Arena on his 'The Devil Don’t Sleep Tour,' promising an intense
night of his music, which not only makes people want to party but also
speaks to the lives of his fans. With two platinum albums under his belt
and the release of his new record, Gilbert is proving to be a force in
post-Outlaw country music. 7:30 p.m. 730 Third St. Tickets start at
$34.75 at HyVee-Tix.com.
APRIL 29
Coffee & Donut Festival
If you’re a fan of the doughnut or coffee aficionado, you won’t want to
miss the First Coffee & Donut Festival, where doughnuts and coffee
come together for one delicious day of celebration. Get your photo
taken with Mr. Donut DSM, enter the doughnut-eating contest or maybe
even get crowned Donut Queen. The kids will have their own doughnut fun. 8 a.m.
7 Flags Event Center, 2100 N.W. 100th St., Clive. Learn more and
purchase tickets by visiting the Coffee & Donut Festival Des Moines
Facebook page.
Savor Des Moines
Sample appetizers and
signature drinks from the best restaurants, bars, wineries and breweries
in Des Moines and vote on your favorites. Win prizes and socialize with
friends, with all proceeds benefiting Variety — The Children’s Charity.
6 p.m.
State Historical Building, 600 E. Locust St. Purchase tickets for $40 in advance at varietyiowa.com, or pay $50 at the door. Must be at least 21 to attend.
'The Grapes of Wrath'
The National Players bring
to life John Steinbeck’s story about a family that ventures west,
leaving the Dust Bowl behind in search of a better life. 7:30 p.m.
Fisher Theater, Scheman Building, 1805 Center Drive #102, Ames. Tickets
are $25 at center.iastate.edu.
Gross Domestic Product music festival
The 12th annual Gross
Domestic Product (GDP) music festival, hosted by the Des Moines Music
Coalition, will be held in downtown Des Moines. GDP 2017 will feature 16
acts including Ames’ Neon & Nude (Leslie Hall & Kate Kennedy)
and Iowa City’s Halfloves to headline. Performances will take place at
Vaudeville Mews and 4th Street Theatre from 2 p.m. to 1 a.m., with
pop-up shows on April 22 in stores around the East Village. iowagdp.com
