A dazzling celebration of the legendary songwriting team of John Kander and Fred Ebb, The World Goes ‘Round is a high-energy musical revue that brings together some of Broadway’s most iconic numbers alongside hidden gems, all reimagined in fresh, electrifying ways. From showstopping favorites like Cabaret, All That Jazz, and Kiss of the Spider Woman to heartfelt ballads like How Lucky Can You Get, this dynamic production captures the full emotional spectrum of Kander and Ebb’s unforgettable catalog.
Witty, poignant, and bursting with personality, The World Goes ‘Round weaves together songs of love, ambition, heartbreak, and triumph, reminding us that life’s ups and downs are all part of the ride. With inventive staging, seamless transitions, and a vibrant theatrical energy, the show delivers a joyful, crowd-pleasing experience filled with timeless musical magic.
Featuring five outstanding Iowa performers and a live 7-piece orchestra comprised of Central Iowa’s finest musicians, this production promises a rich, full-bodied sound and an intimate yet exhilarating performance. Under the direction of Erin Degner, with music direction by Brenton Brown, The World Goes ‘Round is a must-see celebration of Broadway brilliance that will leave audiences humming long after the final note.
CAST:
Erin Degner (Director/Choreographer) is an Associate Professor of Theatre at Drake University. Select directing credits: Cabaret, Wings (a world-premiere production), Pippin, and Singin’ in the Rain. Enjoy Ingersoll Dinner Theatre’s production of The World Goes ’Round!
Madison Green (she/they) (Woman 1) is a Texas-born performer now based in Iowa and a 2026 Drake Musical Theatre graduate! Credits include Marmee in Little Women, Jamie in Athena, and Natalie in Next to Normal. "Anything you do, let it come from you." Instagram: @madiogreen
Ella Appelbaum (Woman 2/Co-Choreographer) is a fresh grad from Drake University with her BFA in Musical Theatre. She couldn’t be more excited to be taking the world by storm and diving into her performance career!
Emily Devick (Woman 3) is a recent Drake Graduate. She appeared in Frozen as Anna and Dawn in Waitress at the Des Moines Playhouse. She also played Sally Bowles in Cabaret at Drake. They want to thank their family for supporting them!
Gabe Borken (Man 1) is a rising senior at Drake University pursuing a Musical Theatre BFA and Directing minor. When not performing, he’s writing plays, making music, or video editing!
Griffin Snow (Man 2) is so excited to be performing in his first professional musical. As a graduate of Drake University, he’s looking forward to coming back to Des Moines. Enjoy the show!
Your ticket includes our house greens salad with choice of dressing, basket of dinner rolls with butter, and a selection of entrée options, along with coffee, tea, and water. All other drinks such as alcohol, soda, starters, entrée upgrades and desserts are available for purchase during your Ingersoll dining experience.
Explore our complete menu and upgrade options HERE. Dining begins two hours before showtime.