‘TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE… is Cirque du Soleil’s first holiday show, based on the classic poem “A Visit from Saint Nicolas” by Clement Clarke Moore. Memorable lines from this cherished classic inspired Cirque’s story about a jaded young girl who rediscovers the magic of the holidays. A festive flurry of love and cheer created especially for […]
Disney’s “The Lion King” is roaring into Durham this week! More than 100 million people around the world have experienced the phenomenon of Disney’s THE LION KING, and now you can, too, when the Triangle’s best-loved musical returns to DPAC. Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, this landmark musical event brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on […]
Remember the story of “The Wizard of Oz?” Well, you only knew part of it. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the […]
DPAC continues to change the face of entertainment in the Triangle. Interns will have the opportunity to dive in head first and get a tangible experience of what goes into DPAC being consistently ranked as one of the best theaters in America. Internships at DPAC provide hands-on experience for college students interested in a career in working […]
Sorry, we won’t “let it go!” Disney’s Broadway adaptation of the hit film Frozen is coming to Durham! Fans of the hit film are in for a treat when the musical hits Truant Broadway at the Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) from September 14 through October 2. Foxy’s Karen Clark talks to Dominic Dorset, who plays […]
DPAC guests age 12 and older are required to provide documentation of full COVID-19 vaccination status or as an alternative, a recent negative COVID-19 test. Read More Here. These requirements will be in full effect no later than Monday, October 4, 2021. This date was chosen specifically to allow time for any eligible unvaccinated ticketholders […]
One-night only engagement with voting rights activist and NY Times bestselling author DPAC is pleased to announce a one-night only engagement with political leader, voting rights activist, entrepreneur, and NYTimes bestselling author, Stacey Abrams. The speaking tour – A Conversation with Stacey Abrams –November 18, 2021. Join Stacey for an evening of candid conversation and insights on politics, […]
Triangle Rising Stars (TRS) is a program designed to celebrate outstanding achievement in high school musical theater. The program focuses attention on the meaningful work being done both on and off stage by dedicated teachers and students. The TRS program is a member of The National High School Musical Theater Awards (NHSMTA), a national program […]
DPAC in Downtown Durham seeks Marketing and Public Relation Interns to assist the Marketing Managers for Broadway and Concerts/Comedy as integral parts of the marketing team. Please note this will be a semester long internship. Interns will get a hands on look into what goes into making DPAC consistently ranked among the top ten most […]
DPAC is proud to announce that Next Stop BROADWAY®, a week-long performing arts program consisting of classes, workshops, and rehearsals focused on classic Broadway shows, will return this summer, following a successful, sold-out inaugural engagement in 2019. A staff of esteemed Broadway professionals, headed by Broadway veteran Tony Parise, will teach participants ages 10 – […]
DPAC is proud to announce the return of its Performing Arts Ambassadors, a program for high school students passionate about live entertainment and the performing arts. DPAC is currently seeking 20 high school students from across the Triangle for this unique opportunity. The Performing Arts Ambassadors program will expose students to the diversity offered by DPAC and allow […]
Did you miss Hamilton when it came to the DPAC last fall? Now you have another shot!! The hit show will be returning for the 2020/2021 season! Facebook: The Karen Clark Instagram: @TheKarenClark Twitter/Snapchat: @The_KarenClark
