Wisdom of Happiness
2025-10-26 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-10-27 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-10-28 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
2024 ‧ Documentary ‧ 1h 30m

Showtimes:
Sunday, 10/26 | 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM
Monday, 10/27 | 7:00 PM (closed captions are unavailable for this film)
Tuesday, 10/28 | 7:00 PM

WISDOM OF HAPPINESS shows us a timeless truth: happiness is still possible, even in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. This powerful message of hope is delivered as a personal audience with one of the greatest living thinkers, Nobel Peace Prize winner Tenzin Gyatso, known to billions around the world as the Dalai Lama. Speaking as a member of our single global community, he shares practical wisdom for finding peace, compassion, and hope in the midst of chaos. With disarming clarity and deep humanity, he invites us to imagine — and help create — a world where compassion is activated as our strongest force for change, and happiness is within reach for everyone.

Kiss of the Spider Woman
2025-10-30 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-31 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-01 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
R ‧ 2025 ‧ Musical/Thriller ‧ 2h 8m

Showtimes:
Thursday, 10/30 | 7:00 PM
Friday, 10/31 | 7:00 PM
Saturday, 11/1 | 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM

DREAMGIRLS and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST director Bill Condon returns to the movie musical in this dazzling Technicolor-hued fantasy. Valentín (Diego Luna), a political prisoner, shares a cell with Molina (Tonatiuh), a window dresser convicted of public indecency. The two form an unlikely bond as Molina recounts the plot of a Hollywood musical starring his favorite silver screen diva, Ingrid Luna (Jennifer Lopez). Based on the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical hit.

Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra Presents: KidSymphony in Costume!
2025-11-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
Experience Kidsymphony: A John Williams Halloween
SEISO’s costume concert returns with Superman, E.T., and Star Wars! Look up in the sky… It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s….Maestro Bob McConnell! Treat your little ones to an afternoon of enchanting movie music by none other than the amazing John Williams! This 45 minute concert is perfect for kids of all ages and will feature selections from Superman, E.T., and Star Wars.
Join the orchestra as we celebrate Halloween in your own halloween costume! Take photos at our costume photo booth, enjoy some delicious treats, and make memories that last a lifetime. After the concert, everyone can explore the magic of music by meeting the instruments and their musicians up close on stage. This is the perfect event to spark your child’s imagination and enjoy a fun, festive day out!
November 1, 2025 • 11:00 AM • Bridge View Center, Ottumwa
November 1, 2025 • 2:00 PM • Chapel Auditorium, Mt. Pleasant
November 1, 2025 • 4:30 PM • Capitol Theater, Burlington
November 2, 2025 • 2:00 PM • Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, Fairfield
November 2, 2025 • 4:30 PM • Washington High School, Washington
For more information, visit www.seiso.us
This concert series is sponsored by the Mary Ann Baker Foundation, Marcia and Dan Wiedemeier, the Burlington Kiwanis Club, the Cambridge Foundation, the Ottumwa Oktoberfest Committee, the Jefferson County Foundation, Community 1st Credit Union, and Federation Bank. Thank you!

Frankenstein
2025-11-02 19:00 - 21:30, 2025-11-04 19:00 - 21:30 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
R ‧ 2025 ‧ Horror/Sci-fi ‧ 2h 29m

Showtimes:
Sunday, 11/2 | 7:00 PM
Monday, 11/3 | 7:00 PM (this screening includes closed captions)
Tuesday, 11/4 | 7:00 PM

A brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a monstrous creature to life in a daring experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation.

Frankenstein - Closed Captions
2025-11-03 19:00 - 21:30 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States

Fairfield Concert Association: Piano Potpourri – Nate Hance
2025-11-07 19:30 - 21:00 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
This performance is presented by Fairfield Concert Association and is not part of the Fairfield Arts & Convention Center’s 2025-26 Season. Learn more about Fairfield Concert Association.

Nate Hance possesses a unique blend of technical skill, emotional depth, and engaging showmanship. He has the ability to connect with audiences of all ages, particularly older listeners, ensuring a memorable and heartfelt experience.
His repertoire, which includes timeless classics and original compositions, offers something for everyone, making his concerts a delightful journey through music.
With his warm presence and exceptional talent, Nate Hance promises to enhance any concert series and make a lasting impression on all attendees. You can watch Nate Hance perform on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram.
“Nate plays old songs in new ways and connects with audiences of all ages.”
Sample Program

Broadway Favorites
Movie Favorites
Super Mario Brothers meets Canon in D and other Wedding Marches
Classical Favorites from Bach and Beethoven
Disney Classics (Little Mermaid, Encanto, Frozen)
Musical Mashup Puzzle
Greatest Hits for the 70s/80s/90s/00s/10s/20s Rock n Roll, Pop and Classics

PIEOWA: A PIECE OF AMERICA
2025-11-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
2025 ‧ Documentary ‧ 1h 26m

Showtimes:
Friday, 11/14 | 7:00 PM

Pie is not only an iconic American dessert, it is a nonpartisan symbol kindness, comfort, generosity, unity, and love—all the things we need more of right now. To convey how something as simple as a homemade pie can make the world a better place, filmmaker, author, and piemaker Beth M. Howard aims her lens at her native Iowa, where pie is woven into the state’s cultural fabric. From church fundraisers to old diners, farmers markets, myriad pie shops, international flavors, Iowa State Fair competitions, the next generation of piemakers, and a 500-mile bike ride across the state where people come from all over the world just to eat pie. We learn how pie, an immigrant that can be traced back to ancient Egypt, is as diverse as America’s population. Wholesome, heartfelt, and hopeful, PIEOWA: A PIECE OF AMERICA, is as satisfying as a slice of warm apple pie.
This screening will feature a special introduction, followed by a post-film Q&A with the Director, Producer, and Writer, Beth M. Howard. And be sure to stick around after the screening for fresh pie!

BETH M. HOWARD is the author of four books, including Making Piece: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Pie; the cookbook, Ms. American Pie; and her latest release, World Piece: A Pie Baker’s Global Quest for Peace, Love, and Understanding. She has written for The New York Times, Real Simple, and Country Living, among many other publications. She has given a TEDx Talk on the healing powers of pie, and is a regular commentator for her local NPR affiliate in Macomb, Illinois. From 2010 to 2014, she lived in the iconic American Gothic House in Eldon, Iowa, where she ran the Pitchfork Pie Stand. In 2015, she embarked on a round-the-world journey teaching pie classes in nine countries to promote world peace. As a widow who understands grief and the importance of building community, Howard responded to the Sandy Hook Shooting in 2012 by organizing 60 volunteers to bake 250 pies for the residents of Newtown, Connecticut. Her story has been featured on CBS This Morning, CNN’s Anderson Cooper 360, BBC, NPR, the Hallmark Channel, the History Channel, in the Los Angeles Times, Forbes, Reader’s Digest, and more. She divides her time between an Iowa farm and Los Angeles, and continues to write, bake pie, and advocate for a better, kinder world. Her latest project, a documentary film called Pieowa: A Piece of America, was released in 2025. Her website is theworldneedsmorepie.com.

Piano Gala 2025
2025-11-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music! The Fairfield Arts & Convention Center will come alive with the extraordinary talents of five local pianists showcasing an eclectic mix of musical styles.
Join pianists Werner Elmker, Steve Hillis, Ed Kelenyi, Katie Ward, and Geoff Shaffer as they perform a dynamic program of classical, jazz, pop, patriotic, religious, and original compositions.
Admission is free, but your generous donations are welcome to support the maintenance of our cherished Steinway grand piano and Barhydt pipe organ.
Don’t miss this exciting celebration of local talent—it’s a night of music you’ll want to be a part of!

Good Fortune
2025-11-23 16:00 - 17:45, 2025-11-23 19:00 - 20:45 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
R ‧ 2025 ‧ Comedy/Action ‧ 1h 38m

Showtimes:
Sunday, 11/23 | 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM
Monday, 11/24 | 7:00 PM (closed captions if available)

In GOOD FORTUNE, a well-meaning but rather inept angel named Gabriel (Keanu Reeves) meddles in the lives of a struggling gig worker (Aziz Ansari) and a wealthy venture capitalist (Seth Rogen).

Good Fortune - Closed Captions
2025-11-24 19:00 - 20:45 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States

Holiday Sing-Along
2025-11-29 15:00 - 16:00 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
The most wonderful time of the year is here—and we’re bringing the joy back to the theatre for our beloved annual Holiday Sing-Along! Join us for an afternoon of festive music featuring the incredible talents of Dee Sandquist, Doug Daller, and this year’s special guests, The Cherub Society, a youth choral ensemble from Fairfield Youth Performing Arts.
Lift your voice in celebration as we sing both cherished Christmas hymns and favorite contemporary holiday classics. Dee Sandquist will accompany on the magnificent Barhydt Chapel organ, while Doug Daller fills the theatre with the rich tones of our Steinway grand piano. The FYPA Cherub Society will add their bright, heartwarming harmonies to make this year’s event truly unforgettable.
Lyrics will be projected onto the silver screen, so everyone can join in the music and merriment.
Gather your friends, family, and neighbors for this joyful community tradition—it’s the perfect way to celebrate the season together through the universal language of song.
FREE ADMISSION
Come share the spirit, the laughter, and the music. We can’t wait to sing with you!

Fairfield Youth Performing Arts Presents: The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood
2025-12-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
Join Robin Hood and his hilariously hapless band in The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood, a fast-paced comedy that delights audiences from kids to grandparents. This zany retelling blends slapstick humor, clever wordplay, and cheeky fourth wall breaks into a laugh-out-loud adventure through Sherwood Forest. Whether you’re a fan of classic tales or modern parody, the show’s playful spirit and over-the-top antics offer something for everyone. FYPA’s production promises a joyfully silly experience that’s perfect for family outings and community fun.
This performance is not associated with the Fairfield Arts & Convention Center’s 2025-2026 Season.

Holiday Trade Fair
2025-12-12 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 09:00 - 18:00 | Expo Hall
Fairfield First Friday’s Annual Holiday Trade Fair
Get ready shoppers, it’s that time of year again! The 16th Annual Holiday Trade Fair, one of the largest holiday gift, art and craft show in SE Iowa, will be held December 12th and 13th at the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center.

The Holiday Trade Fair is a one-stop holiday shopping event with over 80 local and regional craftspeople, artisans, importers, and artists offering unique gifts and creations. Shoppers will find a great selection of unique handcrafted and imported products to select from including the best in beautiful handmade crafts, handmade, vintage and stylish jewelry and clothes, children’s toys, specialty food items, and much more. The selections include everything imaginable. Plan to meet your friends for an incredible shopping experience.
The Holiday Trade fair is an exciting event to polish off that shopping list. Bring the whole family to the trade fair, Friday night, December 12th from 5pm to 9 pm and come back again on Saturday, December 13th from 9am to 6pm at the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center.
For more information: email Fairfieldartwalk@gmail.com .

Fairfield Municipal and Jazz Band Winter Concert
2025-12-21 15:00 - 16:30 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
Experience an enchanting evening of music as the Fairfield Municipal Band and Jazz Band take the stage for their annual Winter Concert! This special performance will feature a mix of holiday classics, jazzy tunes, and timeless favorites that are sure to delight audiences of all ages.

Admission is FREE, so bring your friends and family to celebrate the season with the magic of live music.

The Librarians
2026-01-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
2025 ‧ Documentary ‧ 1h 28m

Showtimes:
Tuesday, 1/6 | 7:00 PM (This showing features closed captions)

In Texas, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQia+ stories – triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. As tensions escalate, librarians connect the dots from heated school and library board meetings nationwide to lay bare the underpinnings of extremism fueling the censorship efforts. Despite facing harassment, threats, and laws aimed at criminalizing their work – the librarians’ rallying cry for freedom to read is a chilling cautionary tale.
Panel discussion with talkback immediately following the screening.

Wicked: For Good
2026-01-08 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-01-09 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-01-10 15:00 - 17:30, 2026-01-10 19:00 - 21:30 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
PG ‧ 2025 ‧ Musical/Fantasy ‧ 2h 18m

Showtimes:
Thursday, 1/8 | 7:00 PM
Friday, 1/9 | 7:00 PM
Saturday, 1/10 | 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM
Sunday, 1/11 | 3:00 PM, 7:00 PM
Monday, 1/12 | 7:00 PM (closed captions)
Tuesday, 1/13 | 7:00 PM
Wednesday, 1/14 | 7:00 PM

Now demonized as the Wicked Witch of the West, Elphaba lives in exile in the Ozian forest, while Glinda resides at the palace in Emerald City, reveling in the perks of fame and popularity. As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, she’ll need to reunite with Glinda to transform herself, and all of Oz, for good.
