HOPE DARST is a Hit Christian Worship Artist and Songwriter, whose 2020 debut radio single “Peace Be Still” soared to #1 on the iTunes Christian and Gospel album charts and was a Christian radio hit! Her singles, “Peace Be Still” and "Promise Keeper," also garnered her three GMA Dove Nominations in 2021. These included Worship […]
This amazing band, anchored by brothers Billy, Matthew and Ryan McGuigan perform as themselves and leave the song choices completely in the hands of the audience. This is done through request cards that audience members fill out prior to the show. On the cards audience members only need to fill out three things: their name, […]
Don't be fooled by the strange band name. The Pork Tornadoes are one of the most well-known and loved cover bands of the Midwest. They are known for putting a unique spin on all of your favorite songs, spanning 5 decades and 4 different genres. Led by singer Mason Greve, who was a finalist on […]
The Opera House’s Great Hall is transformed into Maria Scholte’s living room for this unique experience. The Reluctant Pioneer is a must-see! A thoroughly enjoyable one-woman live production by Beverly Graves, bringing to life Pella's "first lady.” Catch an exciting glimpse of this important figure from Pella's pioneer days. Tickets to The Reluctant Pioneer - […]
Delight to the sounds of the Barton Theatre Organ brought to life in a 30-minute program of music! Performed by Pella’s very own Davis Folkerts, an accomplished organist and Professor Emeritus from the Music Department of Central College.Tiptoe Thru The Tulips is a general admission show in our Historic Theatre during Tulip Time. There will […]
Singer and songwriter Jara Johnson returns to the Pella Opera House with the songs you love and the songs she’s written. Jara's musical journey has taken her out of Iowa to Texas to Nashville and back to Iowa where she now resides in Pella with her family. Music still is a large part of her […]
Join us for bourbon tasting and pairing with heavy hors d'oeuvres. Led by a whiskey expert, you'll learn more about bourbon enjoy sampling several different drinks at this fun and fundraising […]
Not Quite Brothers is Central Iowa’s fastest growing cover band. Formed in 2018, the band quickly became known for their huge sound, eclectic setlist and ability to enhance any party. […]
Hear the hits from Kenny Chesney, Jason Aldean, Rascal Flatts, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Lee Brice, Trace Adkins, Tim McGraw, Chris Stapleton, Garth Brooks and more by the songwriters who wrote […]
THE LEGACY LIVES ON!Linda Ronstadt, 11-time Grammy winner who sold over 100 million albums in country, rock, Latin, Motown, and even Broadway music, is no longer performing publicly. Yet millions […]
Visit the 2024 Festival of Trees and experience the sights and sounds of the holidays! There's always something special for the children, and everyone will enjoy seeing the beautiful trees, lights, wreaths, and decorations in our Great Hall as well as enjoy our annual kids scavenger hunt during this time too. Our Christmas Boutique will […]
Kick off the holiday season with an annual favorite–a performance on the Barton Theatre Organ along with vocalists and instrumentalists singing along with you to many Yuletide favorites. All seats are $25. With our intimate theatre space, there’s not a bad seat in the house! The Pella Opera House is proud to provide quality arts entertainment […]
