The Herdman children appear to be the worst kids ever. They lie, they steal, and they curse. When the Herdmans hear the neighborhood church serves treats, they show up and volunteer for the lead roles in this year’s pageant. Ultimately everyone is reminded of the true meaning of Christmas.

Suggested reading: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson

NEW Sensory-friendly performance: The 4:00 PM, Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, performance will be modified to be more accessible and comfortable for audience members who might find the traditional theatre environment overwhelming. The Playhouse can provide for those who have the need for ASL translations or descriptive services, with advance notice. Please contact the ticket office at 515.277.6261 as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be made for all requests. Click here to learn more about sensory-friendly performances at The Playhouse.

Season tickets are now on sale. Individual tickets will go on sale in mid-September.

If ticket prices are keeping you away from this show, please call the ticket office at 515.277.6261, Noon-5:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. We have supporters who want to make sure everyone gets a chance to see this production.

Performance Times:

7:00 PM Fridays; 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM Saturdays & Sundays; ADDED SHOWS 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM, Friday, Nov. 28, & Saturday, Nov. 29

School Matinees:

9:30 AM & Noon, Tuesdays, Nov. 11 & 18, 2025

Theatre:

Kate Goldman Family Series in the Studio Theatre

Run Time:

TBD

Content Advisory:

Playhouse family theatre productions are intended for ages 5 and up.