Wilson Performing Arts Center

10/14/2026

ALL SEASON 18 SHOWS ON SALE NOW! 🎭✨

We have an absolutely incredible lineup waiting for you this year! From high-energy, family-friendly concerts and beautiful music to funny shows that will keep you laughing to gripping dramas that hold your attention, and inspiring community theatre, as well as fun shows for the kids, there truly is something for everyone!

Want to catch all the action and get the absolute best deal? Grab a Season Pass for just $250! Get all 14 spectacular shows and save over 40% off the box office price.
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💪 Looking for a bit more flexibility? We also have a 4-pack ticket deal for only $100. Choose any 4 shows or split the tickets up any way you like and save $$$!

Check out this incredible lineup and you'll see there's always something special happening at The Wilson!

By joining us this year, you aren't just buying a ticket---you are directly supporting the arts right here in Southwest Iowa. Together, we keep local entertainment and culture vibrant, creative, and accessible to everyone! ❤️🌾

What are you waiting for? Secure your seats today. Let’s make this season unforgettable while keeping the arts alive in our community!

Tickets are available NOW at www.WilsonArtsCenter.org or call 712-623-3183

10/14/2026

Auditions are officially open for The Wilson’s upcoming production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Proof by David Auburn!

Co-directed by Deb Spencer & Shelby Spencer, this incredible show will take the stage January 29-31. We are looking for talented actors to bring this powerful story to life. Whether you plan to audition in person or submit a digital video, we want to see you!

Here is everything you need to know to get involved:

🎭 Audition Details:
In-Person Auditions: Join us on Sunday, November 15 at 6:00 pm or Monday, November 16 at 6:00 pm.

Where, you ask?
The Wilson Performing Arts Center
300 Commerce Dr., Red Oak, IA 51566

Callbacks: Scheduled for Wednesday, November 18 at 6:00 pm.

Digital Auditions: Video submissions will be accepted until November 14. Please email your audition video to [email protected]. Note: If submitting digitally, you must still be available for in-person callbacks on November 18.

🎟️ Showtimes & Tickets
Mark your calendars for the performance weekend! All seating is reserved.

Friday, January 29 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, January 30 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, January 31 at 2:30 pm

Ticket Price: $20

ON SALE NOW!!!
Get your tickets now at: www.wilsonartscenter.org or call 712-623-3183

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Credit: Dorothy Law Nolte

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10/13/2026

Get ready to laugh your habit off this holiday season! 🎄🎭

We're absolutely thrilled to announce the incredibly talented cast and crew for our upcoming holiday community theatre production of Nuncrackers: The Nunsense Christmas Musical at The Wilson!

This isn't your average silent night. We're talking about a sleigh-full of absolute belly laughs, holly-jolly (holy-joly?) mishaps, and a secret recipe for fruitcake that might just blow the roof off the theater. This Christmas musical comedy spectacular is packed with non-stop hilarity, festive mischief, and unforgettable musical numbers which are sure to get stuck in your head! Plus, we've assembled a powerhouse team of local talent who are ready to deliver a performance so funny, it's practically a holiday miracle.

From the hilarious antics of the sisters to the stellar creative team working behind the scenes, you are in for an absolute treat!

Don't wait until it's too late. Grab your tickets today and get ready for the funniest Christmas party in town! 🎅

🎟️ Performance & Ticket Information ⛪

$10 - $30 (Reserved Seating)

Showtimes:
Sat., 12/5 @ 7:30pm
Sun., 12/6 @ 2:30pm
Sat., 12/12 @ 7:30pm
Sun., 12/13 @ 2:30pm

🎁 Give the gift of pure joy this holiday season! Don't wait until the pews are completely packed because ticket sales are bound to fly faster than Santa's sleigh on Christmas Eve! 🛷✨

Don't be a Scrooge! Get in your sleigh and swing by The Wilson's box office at 300 Commerce Drive, Red Oak Iowa.

Or, better yet, save your gas money and get your tickets online at www.wilsonartscenter.org or by calling 712-623-3183.

Thank you so much to our wonderful sponsor, Houghton State Bank, for making this show possible and for spreading the holiday spirit by making the arts accessible to everyone!

Check out the AWESOME full cast and crew! 👇

10/13/2026

🎶 We're absolutely thrilled to celebrate the 5th Annual Rock 4 Vets benefit concert at The Wilson on Saturday, November 7!

This is the ultimate night of live music, high energy, and community spirit, all packed into one incredible evening honoring all those who have served. 🫡

Saturday, November 7th at 7:30 PM
(Doors open at 6:30 PM)

🎸 What to Expect:
Incredible performances by Veterans, local artists, & Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Famers, including Skinny Webb, Matt Cox , John Shirley, Janice Hill, Jill Elizabeth, 2 Dollar Pistols, The Mercurys, Ridin' High, Barb Anderson Rogers & our friends from Hero's Encore... and so much more! Plus a Live Auction, a 50/50 raffle, and lots of chances to win cash and prizes! 💰

Organized and hosted by our very own local legends and Iowa Rock 'n Roll Hall of Famers Rick Hillyard and Dan Crouse!

🎟️ Ticket Information:
$35 in advance ($40 at the door)
Veterans: Get in FREE! (Limited quantities available)

🤘 This amazing event sells out every single year, so grab your tickets right now before they are completely gone!

Get your tickets now at www.WilsonArtsCenter.org or call 712-623-3183

While you're ordering your tickets, you will have the opportunity to preorder the official Rock 4 Vets commemorative T-shirt, as well.

This event is sponsored by Mark Jackson's Hardware Hank & Hallmark Gold Crown & Furniture Stores.

10/13/2026

Don't miss your chance to see the phenomenonal cast of Pump Boys and Dinettes in action at The Wilson!

Just 2 performances left!
Saturday at 7:30pm &
Sunday at 2:30pm

Get your tickets now at www.WilsonArtsCenter.org or by calling 712-623-3183.

10/12/2026

🎸 PUMP BOYS & DINETTES, the hottest show in town, opened this past weekend at The Wilson and it was absolutely AWESOME!

If you didn't get to see it yet, you still have one more weekend!! Get your tickets before they're gone! We promise you don't want to miss this sensational musical comedy with incredible music and a stellar cast & crew!!!

📅 Showtimes:
Saturday, Oct 17 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, Oct 18 @ 2:30pm

Price: $10 - $30 (Reserved seating)

Directed & Music Directed by the truly spectacular Tim & Terra Marsden!!!

Thank you to our amazing sponsor Malvern Bank for making this show possible and for supporting the arts right here in Southwest Iowa!

Get your tickets NOW at www.wilsonartscenter.org or call 712-623-3183

10/11/2026

Opening night of Pump Boys and Dinettes at The Wilson was an absolute gas! ⛽️🎸 The pumps were pumping, the pies were flying, and the crew at the Double Cupp Diner blew us away!

We had the best time rocking out with everyone tonight, and we are just getting started. If you missed the premiere, don't worry---the garage doors will be open again soon and the coffee is brewing for three more phenomenal shows. Come pass the time with us!

Sunday, 10/11 at 2:30pm
Saturday, 10/17 at 7:30pm
Sunday, 10/18 at 2:30pm.

🎟️ Grab your tickets at www.WilsonArtsCenter.org or call 712-623-3183.

10/11/2026

It’s opening night at The Wilson for Pump Boys and Dinette’s. We are so honored to have our Opening Night Apples provided by Red Oak Fareway. Thank you for supporting the arts is South West Iowa.