Under the Big Top - Central Iowa Wind Ensemble

DATE

Sunday, October 11, 2026

3:00 pm

VENUE

Staplin Performing Arts Center, Valley High School

Performance Details

UNDER THE BIG TOP

A Spectacular Circus Celebration

Step right up! The Central Iowa Wind Ensemble kicks off the season with a colorful musical journey into the exciting world of the circus. Under the Big Top features a collection of spirited, playful, and delightfully zany works that capture the wonder, laughter, and larger-than-life energy of the greatest show on earth.

From dazzling fanfares and high-flying melodies to musical surprises around every corner, this family-friendly concert promises thrills for audience members of all ages. Whether you’re young or simply young at heart, you’ll find yourself transported to a place where imagination reigns and anything is possible.

Program

TBA

Featuring

Dr. Christian Carichner

artistic director & conductor

Community Partners

Staplin Performing Arts Center
3650 Woodland Avenue
West Des Moines, Iowa

Staplin Performing Arts Center, Valley High School

Staplin PAC has earned a reputation as one of central Iowa’s best performance venues. Designed with both audiences and performers in mind, this world class venue features a modern layout, large stage, great sightlines, superb acoustics, and the latest technology. Patrons will enjoy the central location, close and plentiful parking, and easy accessibility. The facility is in constant use by student groups from the West Des Moines Community School District and frequently hosts performances from local professionals as well as renowned touring artists.

Staplin PAC is on the east side of Valley High School - on the southwest corner of Valley West Drive and Woodland Avenue in West Des Moines.

There is plenty of parking in the east parking lot and handicap accessible parking is located directly across from the main entrance.

Enter the building through the glass lobby on the East side of the school.