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About Durham Performing Arts Center
Welcome to the Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC), a premier venue for Broadway tours, major concerts, and comedy in Durham, North Carolina. With 2,712 seats across three levels—Orchestra, Grand Tier, and Balcony—DPAC offers an excellent mix of intimate sightlines and robust acoustics. This page provides essential information to help you secure your seats with ease, including seating details, parking options, transit access, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations from our trusted affiliate partners.
Located at 123 Vivian Street, DPAC is conveniently positioned for guests arriving by car, bus, or train. We’ve got you covered with practical tips to simplify your visit, plus insider recommendations to make the most of your Durham stay around an exciting show.
DPAC hosts a diverse lineup—from Broadway favorites like Les Misérables and Disney's Beauty and the Beast to popular concerts and comedy shows. For the best experience, consider pairing your visit with nearby lodging from official DPAC partners such as 21c Museum Hotel, Aloft Durham Downtown, SpringHill Suites, and Unscripted Durham. Whether you’re planning a quick trip or a longer Durham stay, we’ve got you covered with reliable details, accessible parking, and straightforward ticketing guidance. Secure your seats today and enjoy a seamless night out in Durham.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 2,712 seats across three levels (Orchestra, Grand Tier, Balcony).
- Address: 123 Vivian Street, Durham, NC 27701.
- Venue type: Performing arts center / theater.
- Seating chart: Orchestra (Sections 1–4), Grand Tier (Sections 5–7), Balcony (Sections 8–10). Interactive seat map available on DPAC site.
- Parking: multiple decks within 0.1–0.3 miles (e.g., North Deck and East Deck); DPAC shuttle for accessible parking; avoid certain garages during peak events.
- Transit: served by GoDurham/GoTriangle buses; near Durham Station; Bull City Connector free shuttle; close to Amtrak’s Durham Station.
- Nearby hotels: official DPAC partners include 21c Museum Hotel, Aloft Durham Downtown, SpringHill Suites, and Unscripted Durham.
- Notable events hosted: Broadway tours, major concerts, comedy; 2025–2026 season examples include Les Misérables, The Wiz, RuPaul's Drag Race, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, among others.
- Renamed/demolished: There is no renovation, demolition, or renaming noted; DPAC remains the Durham Performing Arts Center.