Stebens Children's Theatre 2025/2026 Season
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Oct. 9-12, 15-19, 2025 7pm & Oct. 11-12, 18-19, 2025 2pm*
Generously Sponsored by Sandeep Bhangoo & Solomon Ondoma From Neurosurgery of North Iowa
Heartwarming Disney Musical
​​Do you want to build a snowman? You’ll love this fanciful and heartwarming stage adaptation of the top-grossing animated film of all time! Join Anna, Elsa, and all of your favorite characters as they embark on an epic, ice-filled journey of self-discovery, camaraderie, and the real meaning of true love. Featuring your favorite songs “Do You Want to Build a Snowman”, “Love is an Open Door”, and of course “Let It Go”, this show of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!
Credits: ​Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Robert Lopez. Book by Jennifer Lee. Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee and directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee. The original Broadway production of Frozen was directed by Michael Grandage and produced by Disney Theatrical Productions.
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Dec. 12-14, 2025 7pm, Dec. 13-14, 2025 2pm*
Sponsor This Enchanting Comedy
When the aging king of a Magical Kingdom (England) decides to split his empire between his three daughters, Cinderella, Belle, and the Snow Queen (who in no way resembles a copyrighted character), terrible tragedy ensues. Terrible, hilarious tragedy. Combining the gut-wrenching plot twists of Game of Thrones, and the soul-numbing despair of Shakespearean tragedy, this adaptation of King Lear will leave you dying with laughter as the body count mounts. When you play the Game of Tiaras, you win or you die. The story of Game of Tiaras is a comedy that contains some mature humor, comedic violence, and may not be suitable for all ages.
Credits: ​Script by Don Zolidis
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Feb. 25-28, 2026 7pm & Feb. 28, 2025 2pm*
Generously Sponsored First Citizens Bank
Murder Mystery Comedy
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A group of villains—including the Evil Queen, Wicked Stepmother, and the Big Bad Wolf—and some familiar faces with dubious morals— like Little Red Riding Hood and Pinocchio—are locked in a mansion on a dark and stormy night. Their only means of escape is helping their host out. When the storm knocks out the power in the mansion, and in a twist, some of the guests get knocked out, too. Will anyone be left to crack the mystery and escape? Or will a parade of surprise guests only make matters worse as even more beloved characters become victims to the unknown assailant? With three endings to choose from, the mystery is yours to solve!
Credits: ​Script by Tracy Wells
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April 16-18, 21-24,26, 2026 7pm & April 18,25-26 2026 2pm*
Generously Sponsored by Alpha-Orthodontics
Jolly Disney Musical
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All of London is shouting from the rooftops about this exciting stage adaptation of the classic tales of Mary Poppins. Join the Banks family as they encounter adventure after fun-filled adventure with their curious new nanny, Mary Poppins. This musical includes favorite Sherman brothers songs such as “A Spoonful of Sugar,” “Feed the Birds,” and “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious”.
Credits: Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman & Robert B. Sherman. Book by Julian Fellowes. New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by Anthony Drewe & George Stiles. Co-created by Cameron Mackintosh. A Musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film. ​Cameron Mackintosh and Disney’s Mary Poppins Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
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June 10-13, 2026 7pm & June 13-14, 2026 2pm*
Generously Sponsored by Clear Lake Bank and Trust
Fast paced Tongue-in-Cheek Comedy
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It’s hard being a girl! Especially in a fairy-tale land where everyone expects you to be a damsel in distress. Well, these four young ladies are just not having it! Seeking excitement, the foursome journey on a comical adventure through a fairy-tale land of magic and monsters, royal fanfare and fairies, as they prove they can ably find their own way through the world, strong and independent. Along the way, they encounter angry villagers, arrogant princes, mischievous fairies, and even a dragon or two! A fast-paced and tongue-in-cheek comedy!
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Credits: Script by Kenneth Waseman through special arrangement through Pioneer Drama.
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Our Annual Fundraising Event
For the Love of Stebens!
March 2026*
This traditional event generally entertains between 150-250 well-heeled theater patrons with a celebration that features music, trivia, food, drink; as well as a live and silent auction. Our patrons love this party and you will too! Your sponsorship will be advertised all year round and includes a table/party of eight.
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*Dates Subject to Change*
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