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For tickets, visit ticketmaster.com or stop by the Stephens Auditorium Ticket Office, located at the north entrance.
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Credit cards - we will NEVER ask you for a CC # through a Facebook post or DM. Be aware of scammers impersonating our page. Stephens Auditorium is a 2,602-seat hall, hosting a dazzling array of international performances of music, theater and dance, as well as world-class orchestras, popular Broadway musicals, and explosive country and rock concerts.

10/20/2026

❤ It's almost Cyclone Family Weekend! 💛
If you're looking for campus activities to do this weekend, then head down to Stephens Auditorium on Saturday for ISU's Collage of Choirs.

Support the Cyclone community and enjoy the arts with a special choral performance by the Iowa State Singers, Iowa Statesmen, Cantamus, and Lyrica.

🗓 October 24 at 5:30 PM
🎟 GA Tickets are $15; ISU students and youth under 18 are free. Tickets are available at the Stephens Auditorium Ticket Office or Ticketmaster.com until showtime.

10/18/2026

TONIGHT ONLY--Comedian Brad Williams performs on the Stephens Stage 🎤

Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs with Brad Williams, the acclaimed comedian known for his high-energy performances, unapologetic humor, and hit specials on Showtime and Netflix. Experience great stand-up comedy live! Please note: This performance contains adult/explicit content and language and is intended for mature audiences.

All doors open at 6 PM.
Show starts at 7 PM.
It's not too late to grab tickets! The box office is open from 5:30 PM until showtime, so if you're up for spontaneous Sunday night plans, grab your friends and head down to Stephens Auditorium.

10/17/2026

Brad Williams comes to town THIS SUNDAY!

Here's what you need to know before the show:
😂 Doors open at 6 pm. Show starts at 7 pm.
😂 Opening act is JB Ball and Sarah Keller
😂 There will be a Meet & Greet after the show with Brad Williams for photos and autographs

Still need tickets? Tickets are available at the Stephens ticket office or through https://tinyurl.com/BradWilliamsAmes.

10/16/2026

🚨 SECOND SHOW ADDED! 🚨
Due to overwhelming demand, a second show for Matt Mathews: Not What I Ordered World Tour has been added at Stephens Auditorium on April 29 at 10:15 PM. Tickets go on sale at 11 AM today!

Tickets are available on Ticketmaster.com or at the Stephens ticket office starting at 11 AM.

10/15/2026

Since it's Oct. 15, it's time for another Doo W*p shout-out! ❤

The Doo W*p Project is celebrating its 15th Anniversary this year, and they're coming to Ames this December. After 15 years, their mission remains the same: Honor the past. Keep doo w*p alive. Bring it to the next generation.

Come celebrate this milestone with us and see The DooW*p Project LIVE on December 3 at Stephens Auditorium. It's a special holiday show packed with your favorite hits in a classic doo w*p fashion, and it's sure to get you in the holiday spirit.

Tickets are available now at the Stephens ticket office or through https://tinyurl.com/DooW*pProjectAmes.

10/13/2026

Attention Nutcracker Participants: We have a new Nutcracker Rehearsal Schedule for THIS WEEKEND!

Check the participant portal for the updated Nutcracker rehearsal schedule for this Saturday and Sunday. We will always update the schedule on the portal when revisions are made, so make sure to keep checking it for any changes.

10/12/2026

EASE ON DOWN--The Wiz is TONIGHT at Stephens Auditorium 💛🎶

Whether you're a longtime Broadway fan or first-timer, check The Wiz off your must-see list!

North Doors open at 6:30 pm. SE and SW Tower Doors open at 7 PM.
You can still secure your seats! Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.com or in-person at the ticket office until showtime!

The Wiz Broadway

10/11/2026

The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back.

The Wiz Broadway comes to the Stephens stage TOMORROW night! This dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice! 💛

Here's what you need to know before coming to the show.
Haven't grabbed tickets yet? You still can through Ticketmaster.com.
https://tinyurl.com/TheWizAmes

10/10/2026

TONIGHT ONLY--MANIA: The ABBA Tribute ✨🎤

Get ready to dance, sing, and relive the magic of ABBA with MANIA: The ABBA Tribute, bringing iconic hits and unforgettable disco vibes to the Stephens Auditorium stage! 🪩

All doors open at 6:30 pm.
It's not too late to grab tickets... The ticket office is open from 6 PM until showtime, so grab your seats and get ready for an ABBA-solutely fabulous time 😉!

10/09/2026

Brad Williams brings hilarious stand-up comedy to the Stephens stage in one week!

Prepare yourselves for audience interaction, gut-busting laughter, and thrilling entertainment ALL NIGHT LONG. Please note that this show contains adult content and language.

🗓 Sunday, Oct. 18 at 7 PM
📍 Stephens Auditorium
Love comedy? Grab tickets while you can! Tickets are available at the Stephens ticket office or through https://tinyurl.com/BradWilliamsAmes

Address

1900 Center Drive
Ames, IA
50011

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11am - 4pm
Wednesday	11am - 4pm
Thursday	11am - 4pm
Friday	11am - 4pm

Website

http://center.iastate.edu/

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