DES MOINES — Des Moines Performing Arts recently announced the lineup for the 2026-27 Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield Family Series, bringing five imaginative productions to DMPA stages. This season also introduces a new way to buy tickets: Families can now choose any two or more shows to build a custom package and save up to 10%, replacing the traditional set-package model.

“The Wellmark Family Series returns with a fantastic lineup and more flexibility than ever,” said Karoline Myers, director of education at DMPA. “Every family is unique, and the memories they make together should be too. Our new Flex Package gives families the freedom to build an experience that’s right for them while celebrating something every family values – the chance to be together in a safe, joyful environment.”

The 2026-27 season includes exciting titles and characters like:

2026-27 Wellmark Family Series Lineup:

• Velveteen, A New Musical, Oct. 17, Civic Center

The magical Velveteen, A New Musical places a modern-day spin on The Velveteen Rabbit.

• Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE, Nov. 6, Civic Center

Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE is the first-ever live touring show starring the beloved Fraggles.

• The Cat in the Hat – Live on Stage!, Feb. 16, 2027, Civic Center

Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat Live on Stage! brings laughs, surprises and a bit of delightful disorder.

• Tales of the Sun and Moon, March 6, 2027, Temple Theater

Tales of the Sun and Moon is a world premiere from Honolulu Theatre for Youth, featuring celestial myths and legends from cultures around the world.

• What Do You Do With a Problem?

Saturday, April 10, 2027, Civic Center

What Do You Do With a Problem? is a dance theatre adaptation of the bestselling children’s book of the same name.

For the first time, the Wellmark Family Series offers flexible packages — families can choose the shows and dates that work best for them and save up to 10%.

With the new custom family series model, families have the ability to select a different number of seats per performance. They aren’t required to buy the same number of seats for each show they select. DMPA wants families to have the flexibility of selecting the number of tickets that best match their needs and schedules.

Exclusive Family Series Flex Pack benefits include:

• The best seats at the best prices

• Substitution and exchange opportunities

• Early access to tickets for recently announced shows

• Access to discounted tickets across other DMPA series

Building a Flex Pack is easy:

Pick the shows — Select two or more productions and save up to 10%.

Pick the seats — Choose the exact seats or let DMPA select the best available.

Check out — Review the order and complete purchase.

Additional shows and tickets can be added to a Flex Pack at any time throughout the season.

Flex Pack packages are on sale now at DMPA.org or by calling 515-246-2300. Single tickets will go on sale later this summer.