Shows
We’re Back for Tulip Time 2021!
Live shows return to the Pella Opera House for Tulip Time 2021!
Join us May 6, 7 and 8 for performances in our Great Hall and Historic Theatre.
We look forward to Carpenters Once More and the amazing music of Karen Carpenter in the Theatre on Thursday and Friday, May 6 and 7. The Central College Flying Pans Steel Band take the stage on Saturday afternoon, May 8.
Or if you’re interested in hearing our 1928 Barton Theatre Organ, Dr. Davis Folkerts will be playing on Saturday morning. Bev Graves returns with her portrayal of Maria Scholte in The Reluctant Pioneer. This wonderful piece of Pella history is only available at the Pella Opera House. Tickets are available for purchase through the Event Tickets tab in the upper right corner.
Resurrection: The Music of Journey
Gordy and Debbie: Country Legends
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The Reluctant Pioneer—The Story of Maria Scholte *Tulip Time
The Reluctant Pioneer—The Story of Maria Scholte *Tulip Time
New this year, the Opera House’s Great Hall will be 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, Beverly Graves, brings to life Pella's "first lady," Maria Scholte. Catch an exciting glimpse of this important figure from Pella's pioneer days.Great Hall […]
Carpenters Once More
Carpenters Once More
Celebrate one unforgettable voice and one unforgettable duo with the sounds of The Carpenters Once More, Branson Show Awards 2016 Tribute Show of the Year, and starring vocalist, Diana Lynn. From the birth of this dynamic duo to the last of their public performances, this heartwarming show highlights hits like "Close To You," "Postman," "Ticket […]
2 events,
The Reluctant Pioneer—The Story of Maria Scholte *Tulip Time
The Reluctant Pioneer—The Story of Maria Scholte *Tulip Time
New this year, the Opera House’s Great Hall will be 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, Beverly Graves, brings to life Pella's "first lady," Maria Scholte. Catch an exciting glimpse of this important figure from Pella's pioneer days.Great Hall […]
Carpenters Once More
Carpenters Once More
Celebrate one unforgettable voice and one unforgettable duo with the sounds of The Carpenters Once More, Branson Show Awards 2016 Tribute Show of the Year, and starring vocalist, Diana Lynn. From the birth of this dynamic duo to the last of their public performances, this heartwarming show highlights hits like "Close To You," "Postman," "Ticket […]
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Tiptoe Through the Tulips with Davis Folkerts on the Barton Theatre Organ
Tiptoe Through the Tulips with Davis Folkerts on the Barton Theatre Organ
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.Great Hall shows at the Opera House during Tulip Time will be a general admission price of $5.00 […]
The Reluctant Pioneer—The Story of Maria Scholte *Tulip Time
The Reluctant Pioneer—The Story of Maria Scholte *Tulip Time
New this year, the Opera House’s Great Hall will be 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, Beverly Graves, brings to life Pella's "first lady," Maria Scholte. Catch an exciting glimpse of this important figure from Pella's pioneer days.Great Hall […]
Central College Flying Pans Steel Band
Central College Flying Pans Steel Band
The Flying Pans will perform energetic and soothing sounds of the steel drum featuring calypso, soca, Latin, jazz, and rock. Don’t miss the return of this upbeat musical group to the Opera House!Admission for Flying Pans is $15 adults and $12 students. With our intimate theatre space, there’s not a bad seat in the house!