First Horizon Partnership Report
February 2025 Recap
This Winter at DPAC
February
Attendance: 32,110
Performances: 13
Sold Out Performances: 11
Season to Date
Attendance: 311,678
Performances: 132
Sold Out Performances: 79
We started the month of February with an extraordinary feat. For the first time in DPAC history, we welcomed a comedian, Jim Gaffigan , for five consecutive shows. Then, Durham Public Schools hosted An Evening to Shine , showcasing local performing art students and raising money for college scholarships.
Emmy & Grammy nominated artist, Kevin Hart , brought his comedy to the DPAC stage for three hilarious sold-out shows. We hosted Nashville Songwriters for the seventh year, where songwriters of some of the greatest country music hits performed on stage for fans to enjoy.
Later in the month, America’s favorite dancers graced the stage for an amazing performance during Dancing with the Stars: Live! 2025. Award-winning actor, director, writer and comedian, Aziz Ansari , had a great comedy show and the whole family came out to see their favorite characters in Blippi: Join the Band Tour.
We have an incredible new Broadway season awaiting us in 2025 / 2026, and we hope to see you at a DPAC show soon. Thank you for your support in bringing the greatest of live entertainment to the DPAC stage.
Katy Shepperson Corporate Partnerships Manager
Josette Roten Director of Marketing & Sales
“Jim Gaffigan was funny and clean. His opening act was also good.”
— Guest
An Evening to Shine (SOLDOUT)
Durham Public Schools (DPS) and the Durham Public Schools Foundation co-hosted An Evening to Shine at DPAC to showcase performing arts students and raise money for college scholarships.
“Kevin Hart is HILARIOUS. A great performer!”
— Guest
“The Nashville Songwriters is an excellent exhibition of raw talent and real-life events that culminate into some of the best storytelling put to music that I have ever heard.”
— Guest
Dancing with the Stars: Live! 2025 (SOLDOUT)
“Dancing with the Stars live tour was AMAZING! The music was fantastic and really brought the show to life.”
— Guest
“Enjoyed all three comics! Judging by the laughter around me...so did everyone else.”
— Guest
“Really enjoyed! High energy, great show!”
— Guest
DPAC By the Numbers
2,975,588 Impressions 53,063 Engagements
118,725 Followers
Attendance
February 32,110
2024 / 2025 Season 311,678
Performances
February 13
2024 / 2025 Season 132
2024 / 2025 Sellouts 79
Website Views
February 290,254
2024 / 2025 Season 2,657,162
Social Media
Audience (Followers) 207,600
Total Impressions 3,641,044
Total Engagement 63,727
653,616 Impressions 10,484 Engagements 45,150 Followers
X (formerly Twitter) 11,840 Impressions 180 Engagements 43,725 Followers
DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF BROADWAY 2025 / 2026 SEASON
We are excited to announce Broadway at DPAC’s 2025 / 2026 season featuring eight brand new shows, including the season’s must-see show, Harry Potter and The Cursed Child, and Disney’s newest blockbuster, Beauty and the Beast .
DPAC presented by First Horizon
DPAC’s dedication to excellence and First Horizon’s focus on community investment come together in this dynamic new partnership, ensuring a bright and vibrant future for live entertainment in Durham and beyond.
“We are excited to collaborate with First Horizon Bank, a community partner that shares our passion for bringing spectacular touring Broadway productions, high-profile concerts and comedy events, family shows and special events of all kinds to the Triangle,” said Bob Klaus, General Manager of DPAC. “This partnership will allow us to further our commitment to providing legendary red carpet customer service and creating one-of-a-kind experiences that resonate across the region.”
Coming Soon
March 29
April 6
April 2
April 8 - 13
