Fairfield Arts & Convention Center

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale - Closed Captions
2025-10-13 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
PG ‧ 2025 ‧ Romance ‧ 2h 3m

Showtimes:
Monday, 10/13 | 7:00 PM (this screening includes closed captions)
Tuesday, 10/14 | 7:00 PM

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, the cinematic return of the global phenomenon, follows the Crawley family and their staff as they enter the 1930s. When Mary finds herself at the center of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the entire household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawleys must embrace change as the staff prepares for a new chapter with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future.

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale
2025-10-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States

Broadway's Next Hit Musical!
2025-10-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
“Whose Line Is It Anyway” meets The Tony Awards…
Every song is fresh. Every scene is new. Every night is different. It’s all improvised and it’s all funny.
The New York Times calls Broadway’s Next Hit Musical “Hilarious!” Time Out NY says “At last! A musical of, for, and by the people.”
Have you heard of the TONY awards? Well, Broadway’s Next Hit Musical is…The PHONY Awards! Audience members write down made up song titles and our master improvisers gather these suggestions and present them as “nominated songs” for this coveted award. We create spontaneous scenes and songs filled with great dancing, catchy melodies, and tons of laughter. The audience votes for their favorite song and watches as the cast turns that song into a full-blown improvised musical – complete with memorable characters, witty dialogue, and plot twists galore.
Don’t miss the next great American musical – it could be written by YOU!
Call our Box Office at (641) 472-2787 for discounted group rates and youth tickets!

Fairfield Concert Association: Southeast Iowa Band
2025-10-19 15:30 - 17:00 | 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.
FREE ADMISSION
The Southeast Iowa Band (SEIB) is a limited size 50-piece regional wind/percussion ensemble sponsored by Iowa Wesleyan University (IWU). We prepare a program with a variety of music—classical, pops, show tunes, marches, and folk music—presented in an entertaining fashion.
The band is an outlet for regional musicians seeking to maintain their skills at the highest level, and for qualified IWU and high school performers. Most programs are put together in a series of 5 Sunday night rehearsals.
Many of the SEIB members perform and teach professionally throughout the region. Much of the group includes adults who travel long distance because they are dedicated to performing in a band of the highest quality.
The SEIB is under the direction of Robert McConnell who first started working with the group in the fall of 1982 and Dr. Michael Knight on the music faculty of Iowa Wesleyan. The directors give the audience some dialogue and occasional musical demonstrations that enhance the program.

Wisdom of Happiness
2025-10-26 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-10-26 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-10-27 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-10-28 19:00 - 20:30 | 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.

Community Business Workshop: Generative AI Presentation
2025-10-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Cambridge and Smith Meeting Rooms, 200 N Main St, Fairfield, 52556, United States
Join Chris Porter and Chris Snider for engaging and practical generative AI session at Fairfield Arts and Convention Center (in-person), which will give you the knowledge needed to supercharge your productivity at work with generative AI tools.
You will leave this workshop with:

A strong understanding of the tools available and how to use them
The ability to write better prompts for better results
An understanding of legal and ethical concerns with gen AI tools
A plan for implementing generative AI in your job and at your workplace
A sense of where generative AI is headed in the months/years to come

This will be a hands-on workshop tailored to help meet your specific needs in generative AI. Whether you are brand new to these tools or you have attended one of our workshops before, you won’t want to miss this one.
Who Should Attend: Educators, entrepreneurs, content creators, marketers, technologists, HR and anyone curious about integrating AI tools into their workflow.
This workshop will be led by the director of Drake University’s Artificial Intelligence major, Chris Porter, and digital media professor Chris Snider.
It is taught in a classroom set up, so bring your charged up laptop!
Location: Fairfield Arts & Convention Center—Cambridge & Smith Meeting Rooms
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 28th, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Tickets: $42 (Discounts available for members)

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

Invincible: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson
2025-11-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
Relive the magic. Reignite the music. Rejoice in the legacy.
Hailed as the #1 MJ tribute show by none other than Jackson Family patriarch Joe Jackson, INVINCIBLE – A GLORIOUS TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL JACKSON is a mesmerizing journey through the unparalleled and enduring musical legacy of the King of Pop.
Incorporating state-of-the-art visuals, dynamic choreography, and, INVINCIBLE is a thrilling journey through the decades. From the gravity-defying moonwalk to the signature sequined glove, every detail is brought to life with authenticity and flair, creating an unforgettable experience for fans of all ages as they relive the magic of Michael Jackson’s unparalleled career.
INVINCIBLE invites audiences to immerse themselves in the electrifying world of Michael Jackson’s legendary artistry, where every step, every beat, and every note resonates with the essence of his iconic presence. With precision and passion, this extraordinary production captures the heart and soul of Michael’s greatest hits and most iconic dance moves, meticulously crafted for this powerhouse cast of talented performers under the masterful choreography of Jackson’s longtime collaborator, Lavelle Smith Jr.
Feel the energy, embrace the charisma, and surrender to the sheer brilliance in an evening of pure entertainment and nostalgia that made Michael Jackson the undisputed King of Pop.
Call our Box Office at (641) 472-2787 for discounted group rates and youth tickets!

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!

Keith Anderson: Pickin' Wildflowers 20th Anniversary Tour
2025-11-22 19:30 - 21:00 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
**WITH SPECIAL GUEST BLAKE JACK!**
Keith Anderson is coming to Fairfield with the swagger, heart, and high-octane energy that made him one of country music’s breakout stars. With a career that includes Grammy and ACM nominations, chart-topping singles like “Pickin’ Wildflowers” and “Every Time I Hear Your Name,” and songwriting credits for some of Nashville’s biggest hits, Anderson brings an unforgettable mix of raw vocals, rock-driven twang, and genuine country soul.
Whether you know him from his own radio anthems or as the co-writer behind hits like “Lost in This Moment” (Big & Rich) and “Beer Run” (Garth Brooks & George Jones), this is your chance to see Keith Anderson live in an up-close, full-throttle concert experience. Country fans — saddle up for a night of feel-good music and electrifying entertainment.
Call our Box Office at (641) 472-2787 for discounted group rates and youth tickets!

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!

The Nutcracker Ballet
2025-12-05 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-12-06 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, 200 North Main St, Fairfield, IA, 52556, United States
Ballet Des Moines’ The Nutcracker returns to Fairfield to make this holiday season more magical than ever! This dazzling production blends stunning choreography, lavish costumes, and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score to bring Clara’s enchanted journey to life. From the epic battle with the Mouse King to the glittering Land of Sweets, The Nutcracker is a holiday tradition for the whole family.
Whether you’re making new memories or continuing a cherished tradition, don’t miss your chance to experience the wonder, beauty, and joy of The Nutcracker on the Fairfield stage.
Call our Box Office at (641) 472-2787 for discounted group rates and youth tickets!
Friday, December 5 & Saturday, December 6 at 7:30 PMMatinee: Saturday, December 6 at 1:00 PM

Fairfield Youth Performing Arts Presents: The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood
2025-12-11 19:00 - 21:00 | 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.
