DPAC in Durham, North Carolina, has been nominated for the Theater of the Year Award by the International Entertainment Buyers Association, underscoring its status as a premier venue for live entertainment. This recognition was announced on the day of its new season opening, highlighting DPAC's commitment to providing exceptional experiences to its guests. Notably, DPAC is among six esteemed venues vying for this honor, including Kings Theatre and the Orpheum Theatre. Brad Saks, the Director of Programming, remarked on the team’s dedication to delivering outstanding performances as a key element in receiving this nomination.
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News About DPAC at Durham Performing Arts Center
Nimesh Patel Comes To Durham Performing Arts Center Saturday, September 30
June 12, 2023 Comedian and Emmy-nominated writer Nimesh Patel announced his Fast & Loose Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the massive 37-city tour kicks off on September 1 at Hackney Empire in London, UK, and then will make its way across the U.S. including DPAC on Saturday, September 30, 2023.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Presents DPAC'S TRIANGLE RISING STARS
April 10, 2023 DPAC has announced that Triangle Rising Stars, central North Carolina's High School Musical Theatre Awards will take place on May 18th, 2023 at 7:30 PM with host, Clay Aiken and special guest Tony Award Winner, Beth Leavel. Triangle Rising Stars is presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina.
THE LION KING, MJ THE MUSICAL, and More Announced For Truist Broadway's 23/24 Season
February 19, 2023 Truist Broadway's new season will bring the hottest productions direct from New York and brand-new national tours to the Triangle. The new season features seven incredible productions, including the show of a lifetime – Disney's THE LION KING and the most electrifying new musical direct from New York, MJ THE MUSICAL.
NEXT STOP BROADWAY Returns To DPAC, July 17- 21
January 31, 2023 DPAC has announced that one of the most anticipated community events of the year, Next Stop BROADWAY, will return July 17 – 21, 2023.
DPAC's Triangle Rising Stars Opens Applications For Regional High School Musical Theatre Awards
November 07, 2022 DPAC has announced that Triangle Rising Stars, central North Carolina's High School Musical Theatre Awards has opened registration and applications for the 2022 / 2023 school year.
John Mellencamp To Hit The stage Live And In Person At Durham Performing Arts Center In 2023
October 03, 2022 Live from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame opening of his new permanent exhibition on September 29, 2022, John Mellencamp confirmed a North American tour “Live and In Person 2023” set to kick off in February. Presented by longtime promoter AEG Presents and sponsored by Turner Classic Movies, the tour will see 76 shows across North America including a stop at DPAC on Saturday May 20, 2023.
Harry Connick, Jr. Comes To Durham Performing Arts Center, November 22- 23
September 13, 2022 HARRY CONNICK, JR. invites you to DPAC for two shows, November 22 and 23 to celebrate the holidays with him and his band as 2022 draws to a close. One of the most beloved artists performing holiday music, Harry has been thrilling audiences around the world for decades with his definitive take on Christmas classics, as well as his own originals and fan favorites like “(It Must've Been Ol') Santa Claus” and “When My Heart Finds Christmas.”
Ira David Wood III's A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To DPAC, December 14-18
August 22, 2022 Ira David Wood III's beloved musical comedy, A Christmas Carol, returns to DPAC for six performances on December 14 – 18, 2022.
DPAC Will Present ELF The Musical This Holiday Season
July 12, 2022 NETworks Presentations, Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures, and Unique Features, bring the hit Broadway musical ELF to DPAC November 29 – December 4, 2022, as part of WRAL’s Greatest Hits of Broadway.
SIX, FROZEN, 1776 & More Announced for Truist Broadway at DPAC 2022-2023 Season
July 06, 2022 Direct from New York, Nederlander will present Truist Broadway at DPAC’s, 2022 / 2023 Season. Truist Broadway’s new season features the family musical of the year – FROZEN, Tony Award-Winning Best Musical – MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL, and the hottest ticket of the season, SIX, and more.
Lyle Lovett And His Large Band Return To DPAC On August 2022
March 16, 2022 Four-time Grammy-winning singer, composer, and actor Lyle Lovett has confirmed a 2022 tour with his Large Band and will be returning to DPAC on August 15, 2022.About the Theatre
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