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5,000 years of art history
On behalf of the City of Durham, I would like to welcome you to DPAC! Like so many Durham residents, I recognize the jewel that DPAC is to Durham and the Triangle region.
I’m thrilled to say that DPAC, after more than a decade, continues to showcase the energy, passion and great entertainment with a list of performances that people will travel from miles around to see.
This season will feature some of Broadway’s biggest hits, concerts, comedy shows and special events to ever take the DPAC stage. I’m also excited to see so many DPAC fan-favorites and rst-time performers take the stage throughout the upcoming season.
And as usual, all the special touches that come with seeing a Broadway show or concert at DPAC still await you, starting with the beauty of the theater and DPAC’s legendary customer service. A visit to DPAC is an open invitation to experience Durham. It’s as easy as parking and walking to downtown restaurants, or taking a short drive to nearby malls, museums, or historical sites.
As your Mayor, I’m so excited that one of my duties is to o cially welcome you to one of the greatest theaters in the world!
But don't take my word for it – DPAC is a Pollstar favorite, consistently ranking among the top theaters in the country. Thank you for choosing DPAC and Durham. Now settle into your seats to enjoy your DPAC experience and an unforgettable show.
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"Welcome to DPAC!"
For seventeen years, I’ve had the privilege of being part of the team that says, “Welcome to DPAC!”
From our inaugural season in 2008 where we only had a few thousand Broadway at DPAC members to this season where we are proud to be welcoming nearly 18,000 season members and be ranked as one of the top- ve theatres in the country, it has been an exceptional journey.
On behalf of everyone on Team DPAC, we thank you for this chance to host you at this incredible Broadway performance.
For some of you in the audience, this may be your rst time visiting, while others may have joined us for countless great shows over the past decade. Whether this is your rst visit or your hundredth, please know that every single guest at DPAC is important to us.
We are always here to listen and to help. Your feedback helps us stay on track to deliver unforgettable, moving, emotional, fun, and all-around great experiences.
We invite you to Discover the Magic of Broadway this season…we’re glad you are here.
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OUR VISION – We believe in great entertainment experiences. We want to be our guests’ favorite place for live events.
OUR MISSION – To present one-of-a-kind, live entertainment events. From Broadway to concerts, comedy to family shows – ‘there is something for everyone’ at DPAC.
OUR VALUES – Quality, safety, and service. We deliver these values with warmth, friendliness and an attention to detail that is the hallmark of the legendary DPAC experience.
OUR PROMISE – DPAC welcomes all guests, performers, and events in an open, friendly and respectful setting. We stand committed against all forms of discrimination.
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DPAC is honored to be regionally and nationally recognized as one of the top theaters in the nation. We continue to be humbled by and proud of all our accomplishments, but what really drives us each day are the smiles and applause we see and hear at the end of every performance. Enjoy this experience of a lifetime.
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Campbell University invests in each student. We prepare each one to make a life, to make a living and to make a difference. Our students are welcomed into an inclusive community of family, and mentored to become leaders who will impact the world. Inspired by our faith, we encourage each student to grow academically, spiritually and socially through the world of opportunities that surround them. Your career, your calling.
DPAC is proud to be operated under the direction of Nederlander and PFM.
The Nederlander Organization
If you’ve ever attended a Broadway show in New York, chances are you may have been to one of DPAC’s sister theaters operated by its parent company, The Nederlander Organization. With nine of the largest venues in New York’s theater district, Nederlander theaters host Broadway’s biggest productions.
Under the leadership of President James L. Nederlander, the Nederlanders have built a national network of theatres including:
• The Gershwin Theatre – New York, NY
• The Lena Horne Theatre – New York, NY
• The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre – New York, NY
• The Marquis Theatre – New York, NY
• The Minsko Theatre – New York, NY
• The Nederlander Theatre – New York, NY
• The Neil Simon Theatre – New York, NY
• The Palace Theatre – New York, NY
• The Richard Rodgers Theatre – New York, NY
• Broadway In Chicago at The CIBC Theatre, The James M. Nederlander Theatre, The Cadillac Palace Theatre, The Roosevelt University Auditorium Theatre and The Broadway Playhouse – Chicago, IL
• DPAC – Durham Performing Arts Center – Durham, NC
• Broadway at The Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts – Greensboro, NC
• The Hollywood Pantages Theatre – Los Angeles, CA
• Broadway San Diego at The Civic and Balboa Theatres – San Diego, CA
• Broadway in Tucson at Centennial Hall – Tucson, AZ
• OKC Broadway at The Oklahoma City Civic Center Music Hall – Oklahoma City, OK
• Broadway San Jose at The San Jose Center for the Performing Arts – San Jose, CA
• Broadway at The National at The National Theatre – Washington, DC
• Best of Broadway at The North Charleston Coliseum Performing Arts Center – North Charleston, SC
• Broadway in El Paso at The Plaza Theatre – El Paso, TX
• Broadway in Richmond at The Altria Theatre – Richmond, VA
• Broadway in Norfolk at Chrysler Hall – Norfolk, VA
• Broadway Comes to Reno at The Pioneer Center – Reno, NV
• The Aldwych Theatre, The Adelphi Theatre and The Dominion Theatre in the U.K. – London, England
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PFM is a wholly-owned for-profit subsidiary of Providence Performing Arts Center, incorporated in 1988 in response to a growing need for objective evaluation and management of small- to medium-sized performing arts facilities in geographically diverse locations. One of the first companies of its kind, PFM’s business is focused on what we know and do best – performing arts “product.” Our corporate mission – to bring a wide variety of programming to the broadest audience while maintaining financial responsibility and sensitivity to local constituency needs – has guided PFM to past successes and promises future growth. PFM is governed by a Board of Directors who contribute successful business experience, entrepreneurial spirit, and a bottom-line focus.
Presently, PFM holds management/booking contracts in nine facilities located in five states.
• Providence Performing Arts Center and Veterans Memorial Auditorium – Providence, RI
• Barbara B . Mann Performing Arts Hall – Fort Myers, FL
• Coral Springs Center for the Arts – Coral Springs, FL
• DPAC – Durham Performing Arts Center – Durham, NC
• The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts – Worcester, MA
• Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center – Sandy Springs, GA
• Sarasota Performing Arts Center at The Bay – Sarasota, FL
• The Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts – Greensboro, NC
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The Performing Arts Showstoppers at DPAC program is for area high school students who both love smiling and saying hello AND seeing DPAC’s biggest shows.
Showstoppers will welcome guests at DPAC’s entry doors all season long. Their genuine and kind greetings provide an upbeat entry experience for DPAC’s guests as they arrive at the very biggest shows on tour.
The Showstopper program o ers students the following:
• Volunteer service hours for college-bound applications and resumes.
• Excellent customer service experience at one of the top- ve performing arts centers in America.
• Opportunities to experience DPAC’s hit shows.
• Plus, peer social gatherings with like-minded fans of live entertainment and theatre.
The inspiration for this program comes from the Durham Way nders at DPAC, a City of Durham volunteer program where members share their time and talents in the spirit of helping everyone feel welcome at DPAC.
For more information, visit DPACnc.com/community/performing-artsshowstoppers
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Expanded Youth & Family programs like Camp Shelanu, School’s Out Camp, and AfterCrew
Academic Excellence: Nurturing young learners from six weeks through 5th grade at our Early Childhood Learning Center and The Lerner School
Supporting Our Community: Social and clinical services through our Helping Department
Get Moving: Fitness and aquatics in our state-of-the-art Health & Wellness Center
Celebrating Jewish Life: Film & Book Festivals, lectures, and community holiday events
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e invite you to join the DPAC President’s Club, where members enjoy the very best seats and VIP amenities for every one of the Broadway hits that is part of Broadway at DPAC.
DPAC President’s Club members also play an important role in helping maintain DPAC’s excellence. With member support, DPAC is able not only to be self-sustaining, but also to sponsor over 50 Community Engagement programs that touch the lives of so many throughout Durham and the entire Triangle region each year.
Exclusive membership bene ts:
•Center Orchestra Seating – Guaranteed seats in the rst 12 rows of the Orchestra and the rst row of the Grand Tier for each of the Broadway at DPAC shows.
•Priority Ticket Purchases – DPAC President’s Club members have direct access for additional ticket purchases, exchanges, and special arrangements. Opportunity to purchase added orchestra seats before the public for almost 150 added performances, including Concerts, Comedy, and Special Events, plus Holiday performances and Greatest Hits of Broadway.
•Extended Payment Plans – Budgeting for your DPAC President’s Club membership is easier than ever. There’s no interest, and you can pay in monthly installments.
•Members-Only Hospitality Area
•Private hospitality area with members-only entrance.
•Open 60 minutes before events and at intermission.
•Complimentary snacks and beverages, including soft drinks and bottled water.
•Plus, a members-only gift card pre-loaded for snack and beverage purchases at DPAC events.
•First Access – Receive rst access to exchange seats prior to the start of public sales.
•Complimentary Parking – Exclusive parking directly adjacent to DPAC.
• PLUS! Elevated membership levels provide even more extraordinary bene ts, including advertising in show programs distributed at all Broadway events and bonus tickets to select shows, and access to priority seats for Nederlander theatrical and concert events in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago.
For more information on member bene ts and seating availability, email us at PresidentsClub@DPACnc.com. See members list on the following pages
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Book by
Music by Lyrics by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin Matthew Sklar Chad Beguelin
Based on the New Line Cinema film written by David Berrenbaum Starring
Jack Ducat Felicia Martis Jeff Brooks
Yara Martin Ryan Duck Camden Kwok Andrew Hendrick Katelyn Lauria Darius J. Manuel With
Connor Barton Calista Case Derick Donato Adam Furgal Kabir Gandhi Tanner Gleeson
Patrick Johnson Vanessa Mitchell Clark Anton Rulon Emma Sucato Mikayla Thrasher
Alysia Varstardis Annie Wogisch Keila Sue Wong
Scenic & Costume Design Lighting Design
Sound Design Video Design Adapted from the Original by Patrick Woodruffe Gareth Owen Ian William Galloway Tim Goodchild & Mesmer Studios
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Music Director
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Choreography Recreated by Dave Solomon Richard J. Hinds
Musical Supervisor, Additonal Arrangements & Orchestrations Alan Williams
Choreography by Liam Steel
Directed by
Philip Wm. McKinley
Originally Produced by Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures in association with Unique Features
Elf The Musical is produced by special arrangement with MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL, New York, NY. mtishows.com
Charlotte Dennon .......................................................................................... MIKAYLA THRASHER
Ensemble CONNOR BARTON, CALISTA CASE, DERICK DONATO, ADAM FURGAL, KABIR GANDHI, TANNER GLEESON, PATRICK JOHNSON, VANESSA MITCHELL, EMMA SUCATO, MIKAYLA THRASHER, ALYSIA VARSTARDIS, KEILA SUE WONG
UNDERSTUDIES
Understudies are in alphabetical order and never substitute for the listed performers unless a specific announcement is made at the time of the appearance.
For Santa/Mr. Greenway—CONNOR BARTON, DARIUS J. MANUEL; for Buddy—TANNER GLEESON, PATRICK JOHNSON; for Store Manager/Hot Dog Vendor—KABIR GANDHI, PATRICK JOHNSON; for Walter—ADAM FURGAL, ANDREW HENDRICK; for Emily—KATELYN LAURIA, MIKAYLA THRASHER; for Deb—VANESSA MITCHELL, EMMA SUCATO; for Jovie—CALISTA CASE, ALYSIA VASTARDIS
SWINGS
DERICK DONATO, VANESSA MITCHELL, CLARK ANTON RULON, ANNIE WOGISCH
Dance Captain—ANNIE WOGISCH
Assistant Dance Captain—CLARK ANTON RULON
The use of any recording device, either audio or video, and the taking of photographs, either with or without flash, is strictly prohibited. Please turn off all electronic devices such as cellular phones, beepers and watches
CAST
CONNOR BARTON CALISTA CASE
DERICK DONATO
ADAM FURGAL
KABIR GANDHI
MIKAYLA THRASHER
ALYSIA VARSTARDIS
ANNIE WOGISCH
KEILA SUE WONG
TANNER GLEESON PATRICK JOHNSON
VANESSA MITCHELL
CLARK ANTON RULON EMMA SUCATO
JACK DUCAT
FELICIA MARTIS
JEFF BROOKS
YARA MARTIN
RYAN DUCK
CAMDEN KWOK
ANDREW HENDRICK KATELYN LAURIA
DARIUS J. MANUEL
MUSICAL NUMBERS
ACT I
Overture ......................................................................................................................... The Orchestra
“Happy All the Time” Santa, Buddy and Company
“World’s Greatest Dad” Buddy
“In the Way”.....................................................................
“Just Like Him” .......................................................................................... Buddy, Deb and Company
“A Christmas Song” .................................................................................. Buddy, Jovie and Company
“World’s Greatest Dad” (Reprise) Buddy and Company
ACT II
Entr’acte The Orchestra
“Nobody Cares About Santa” ................................ Fake Santas, Store Manager, Waitress and Buddy
“Never Fall in Love” .....................................................................................................................Jovie
“There Is a Santa Claus” Michael and Emily
“The Story of Buddy the Elf” Buddy, Michael, Walter, Mr. Greenway, Emily, Deb and Company
“Nobody Cares About Santa” (Reprise) ...................................................................................... Santa
“A Christmas Song” (Reprise) Jovie, Buddy, Emily, Michael, Walter and Company
Finale Full Company
THERE WILL BE ONE 15-MINUTE INTERMISSION. PERFORMANCE TIME IS APPROXIMATELY 2 HOURS & 30 MINUTES.
MUSICIANS
Conductor—CHARLIE YOKOM
Assistant Conductor/Keyboards—CALEB MIDDLETON Trumpet—TODD DOUGLAS ANDERSON Saxophone—MEGAN TRACH Trombone—THOMAS DAVID WOYTKO
Bass—SARAH KLEIN
Drums/Percussion—AVION WRIGHT
Music Coordinator—TALITHA FEHR
Music Technology—PHIJ ADAMS
WHO’S WHO in the CAST
JACK DUCAT (Buddy) is beyond excited to be making his national tour debut! Select regional: Texas Shakespeare Festival, Eclipse Theatre, San Antonio Broadway Theatre and Short North Stage. Jack would like to thank his family, Grey Henson and HCKR. B.F.A. Carnegie Mellon University.
FELICIA MARTIS (Jovie) is thrilled to be spreading Christmas cheer this holiday season! National tours: Ain’t Too Proud. Regional: Hairspray (Dynamite), Escape to Margaritaville (Rachel), Beautiful (Little Eva). Thank you to her family, friends and her amazing agent at FSE! feliciamartis.com. @fmartis.
JEFF BROOKS (Walter Hobbs). National tours: Dear Evan Hansen (Larry), Chicago (Billy Flynn), A Bronx Tale (Sonny), Fiddler on the Roof, The Sound of Music, Beauty and the Beast (Gaston), Oklahoma!, Bullets Over Broadway (Cheech). Guest star on Netlix’s “The Watcher.” “Thanks to ATB and my family, especially Lauren.”
YARA MARTIN ( Emily Hobbs ). Regional: Sally Bowles in Cabaret , Natalie in All Shook Up, Heathers, Carrie, Grease, The Buddy Holly Story. TV: “Found,” “Murdaugh Murders.” Yara studied at Circle in the Square Theatre School. “Thanks to my husband and my dog. Gleðileg jól!” @yaramartinofficial.
RYAN DUCK ( Michael Hobbs/Little Boy ) is thrilled to make his Broadway tour debut! Ten regional credits, most recently Anything Goes (Billy Crocker). Thanks to the Elf team, Arc Casting, Landrum Arts, Antonia, Taylor, Gabe, NTPA, Mommy, Daddy, Mackenzie, family and friends! IG: @ryanduck.official.
CAMDEN KWOK (Michael Hobbs/Little Boy). NYC native, age 9, excited for his second Broadway national tour! Previous stage roles include Peter Pan (Michael Darling) and film/TV appearances in “Good Sex,” “Only Murders…” and more. Grateful to Maxed Management, family and friends! IG: @camdenkwok.
ANDREW HENDRICK ( Santa Claus/Mr. Greenway). Credits: Come From Away, Fiddler on the Roof, Kinky Boots, Bullets Over Broadway, Jekyll & Hyde. Andrew is a co-producer of the hit musical Be More Chill (Broadway and West End). “For mom, my biggest fan.” Insta: @andrewbhendrick.
KATELYN LAURIA ( Deb) is thrilled to make her national tour debut. Favorite stage credits include Come From Away (Bonnie), Frozen (Olaf u/s), Escape to Margaritaville (Tammy), Mamma Mia! (Rosie) and Sister Act (Sister Mary Patrick). She thanks her family and friends for their support. @klauria15.
DARIUS J. MANUEL (Store Manager/Hot Dog Vendor ). [he/they]. Revolution-driven creative. National tours: Hadestown, Tina The Musical, Elf (2016). Regional favorites: Sister Act (Curtis), S4NW (Man 1), Memphis (Gator), Tarzan (Terk). Remy Award and NSAL Award-winner in Drama. B.F.A. musical theater (UArts). Thanks to HKA. grow. @legallydarius.
CALISTA CASE (Ensemble) is a Kentucky-born actor and recent graduate of NYU Tisch. Credits: Laurey in Oklahoma! (Playhouse Stage), Meg in Damn Yankees, Judy in Balm in Gilead (NYU). Endless thanks to Casting By Arc, Gregory Osborne and her incredible support system.
CONNOR BARTON ( Ensemble ) [he/they]. National tour debut! Regional highlights: A Chorus Line (TBTS), Footloose (Engeman), Tootsie (NSMT) and Tuacahn. B.F.A., Nazareth University. Major thanks to Ricky, Take 3 Talent and ARC. Endless love to Mom, Dad, Claire, Chloe and KARR. @connor.barton.
DERICK DONATO (Onstage Swing). National tour debut! Favorite credits include On Your Feet! (Male Swing) and The Little Mermaid (Prince Eric). B.F.A., Elon University. Many thanks to the creative team, producers, ARC Casting and his team at FSE. Endless love to his family and friends! @derickgdonato.
ADAM FURGAL ( Ensemble ) is thrilled to be making his national tour debut! B.F.A. MT from Montclair State University. Endless thanks to his family, friends and mentors for their support. @adamfurgal.
KABIR GANDHI (Ensemble) is excited to spread some holiday cheer! National tour: Mean Girls (Kevin G). Select regional: Rock of Ages (Franz, MTW), The Little Mermaid (Chef Louis, Sierra Rep). Endlessly grateful for Pantera/Murphy the Agency, IUMT, Mom, Dad and Juju! @kabir.gandhi.
PATRICK JOHNSON (Ensemble) is ecstatic to be making his national tour debut! A recent graduate of Chicago College of Performing Arts, Patrick is proud to call Chicago home. Most recently, Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid at Drury Lane. XOXO to all! @patrickj.johnson.
WHO’S WHO in the CAST
VANESSA MITCHELL (Onstage Swing). Tours: We Will Rock You, 42nd Street, Monty Python’s Spamalot. Regional theater: The Gateway Playhouse, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, Ogunquit Playhouse. Film: Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman, Hallmark’s A Winter Getaway. Proud AMDA NY alum! IG: @vanessamitchell_7.
CLARK ANTON RULON (Swing).National tour debut! Regional: The Rev, The Little Theatre on the Square. Cruises: Hairspray, Grease (Royal Caribbean). Endless love to his incredible parents and Sophie for being his biggest supporters. Proud IAMT alum. Enjoy the show!
EMMA SUCATO (Ensemble) is overjoyed to make her national tour debut! Syracuse University alum. Regional: Syracuse Stage, Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival and Glimmerglass Festival. Endless thanks to her mentors, ARC and the Elf team. All her love to family and friends. Happy holidays! @emmasucato.
MIKAYLA THRASHER (Ensemble). Regional: My Best Friend’s Wedding (world premiere, Ogunquit Playhouse), The Marvelous Wonderettes (St. Vincent Theatre), The Hunchback of Notre Dame (McCoy Rigby Entertainment). Select: Steel Magnolias (Shelby), Cabaret (Helga). Proud Wagner College theater alum! “Grateful to my family and ATB Talent.” @mikaylathrasher.
TANNER GLEESON (Ensemble) is ecstatic to be making his national tour debut! Recent credits: Footloose at The Engeman (Ren), Saturday Night Fever at Timberlake Playhouse (Tony) and Frozen aboard Disney Cruise Line (Hans). He thanks everyone for their unwavering support everyday! @tannergleeson. tannergleesonactor.com.
ALYSIA VASTARDIS (Ensemble) is excited to spread cheer for the third time after doing Elf national tour 2024 and Ogunquit Playhouse! Recent credits: High Society (Ogunquit), Barbara in Beetlejuice (NCL) and NSMT. B.F.A. MT PPU. Thank you to ARC, MTA, her family, friends and Matt!
ANNIE WOGISCH (Swing). National tour debut! Originally from N.J., Annie is excited to spread Christmas cheer across the U.S. this holiday season! “Biggest thanks to my Mom, Dad, family, friends, agents at ATB, ARC Casting, Crossroads Live and the entire Elf team!” @anniewogisch.
KEILA SUE WONG (Ensemble). National tour debut! Credits include Rita in White Christmas, Ethel in 42nd Street (The Gateway) and the best summer ever at the Arrow Rock Lyceum. TU B.F.A. MT. <3 to her family and friends—おかげさまで. @keilalaalaaa.
THOMAS MEEHAN (1929–2017) ( Book ). Three-time Tony Award-winning book writer for the Broadway musicals Annie, The Producers and Hairspray. He collaborated on many Broadway musicals, including I Remember Mama; Ain’t Broadway Grand: Bombay Dreams; Cry-Baby; Young Frankenstein; Chaplin: Rocky; Dave, The Musical; and the Off-Broadway musicals Annie Warbucks, Death Takes a Holiday and The Lady Eve. He was a long-time contributor of humor pieces to The New Yorker. He co-authored the libretto of the opera 1984 and was an Emmy Award-winning TV comedy writer and collaborator on screenplays, including Mel Brooks’ Spaceballs, To Be or Not to Be, The Producers and One Magic Christmas. He was a member of the Council of the Dramatists Guild.
BOB MARTIN ( Book ) works as a writer, performer and producer in theater, television and film internationally. He is co-creator of the beloved musicals The Drowsy Chaperone, Elf and The Prom, which have garnered critical acclaim and perennial productions worldwide. Mr. Martin has won a number of awards for his work, including a Theatre World Award, Drama Desk and a Tony. Next year his musical blockbusters Boop! and Smash will open on Broadway and Millions will premiere at the Alliance Theatre. Mr. Martin is co-creator of cult favorite television series “Slings & Arrows” and more.
MATTHEW SKLAR (Music). Two-time Tony and Emmy award-nominated composer of The Prom (Tony nomination for Best Original Score; winner of the Dramatists Guild Frederick Loewe Award for Dramatic Composition; winner of the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical), Elf The Musical and The Wedding Singer (Tony nomination for Best Original Score). Select film/TV: The Prom (Golden Globe nomination for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy), “Elf: Buddy’s Musical Christmas” (Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Music Direction), “Sesame Street,” “American Masters.” Honors include the ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award, the Gilman/ Gonzalez-Falla Theatre Award and the Jonathan Larson Award.
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CHAD BEGUELIN (Lyrics) is a six-time Tony Award nominee. His Broadway works include The Prom (Tony Award nomination for Best Book and Best Original Score, Drama Desk Award nomination for Best Book and Outstanding Lyrics), Disney’s Aladdin (Tony Award nomination for Best Book and Best Original Score, Drama Desk Award nomination for Best Book and Outstanding Lyrics) and The Wedding Singer (Tony Award nomination for Best Book and Best Original Score, Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Lyrics). His debut novel Showmance is available wherever books are sold. Much love to his husband Tom.
PHILIP WM. MCKINLEY ( Director ). New York: Elf The Musical; The Boy From Oz with Hugh Jackman; Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark; The Most Happy Fella (NYCO); Ella, a biographical musical with Anna Deavere Smith (workshop). London: Elf The Musical (2022, 2023, 2025), Ben Hur Live (02 Arena). Off-Broadway: Zombie Prom, THWAK. Salzburg Music Festival: West Side Story with Cecilia Bartoli and Gustavo Dudamel conducting. Tokyo: The Three Musketeers; Mozart, l’opéra rock; The Boy From Oz; Chanel. Edinburgh Fringe Festival: That Woman! Wallis Simpson Duchess of Windsor (Pick of the Fringe). Development: The Elaborate Truth, a verbal-sparring dramedy with NY Times international best-selling author Gregg Hurwitz.
LIAM STEEL ( Choreographer ) is a British director and choreographer whose productions have earned three Olivier Awards and three additional nominations, including one for Best Choreographer for Company , the recent Broadway transfer of which won five Tonys, including Best Musical Revival. Prestigious collaborations include the RSC, National Theatre, Royal Court, Royal Opera House, Shakespeare’s Globe and 12 productions for Regents Park Open Air Theatre. He also created all the musical staging for the Oscar-winning film musical Les Misérables.
DAVE SOLOMON (Restager). Director: Tootsie (U.S. national tour and Japan), Pump Up the Volume (L.A.). Upcoming: Already Perfect (London). Associate director/Broadway: Elf, Tootsie, Side Show, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, 9 to 5, Pal Joey, Sunday in the Park with George, The Ritz, Curtains. Film/TV: Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Mr. Holmes,“A Christmas Story Live.” Also a writer/ filmmaker/producer/educator: dave-solomon.com.
RICHARD J. HINDS (Associate Choreographer). Broadway/West End credits: Titanique, Elf, Company, Come From Away, Disney’s Newsies, Jekyll & Hyde and Il Divo: A Musical Affair National/international tours: 9 to 5 and Disney’s High School Musical. Regional credits include The Muny, Ogunquit Playhouse, The REV Theatre Company, Flat Rock Playhouse, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Pittsburgh CLO, La Mirada Theatre and North Shore Music Theatre. @richardjhinds.
ELYN COLLIER (Assistant Director). Regional associate: Come From Away (Ogunquit, La Mirada), Tootsie (NSMT), Mary Poppins (Berkshire Theatre Group), eight shows at (Pittsburgh CLO). Regional choreography: Little Shop of Horrors (Art Farm); Something Rotten!, Spamalot (both BWW Best Dance Production). Film: The Hiding Place. Faculty Steps on Broadway and Broadway Dance Center. elyncollier.com. @elyncollier.
ALEC MANN ( Assistant Choreographer ) was most recently the resort-wide choreographer for SkyWorlds Theme Park at Resorts World Genting, Malaysia. He has been the choreographer for Cirque d’Hiver Bouglione in Paris for the past three seasons. Other notable credits include Disneyland Paris, Rabanne, Huda Beauty, Kylie Minogue, Wereldkerst Circus and Printemps Haussmann.
TIM GOODCHILD (Original Scenic and Costume Design). International award-winning designer for stage, television, film and opera. Having designed over 135 productions for London’s West End. He is the recipient of three Laurence Olivier awards and three nominees. He designed “A Simple Man” for BBC2 which won a BAFTA. Queen’s We Will Rock You, The Nutcracker and The Little Prince film are but a few.
PATRICK WOODROFFE ( Lighting Design ). For over 40 years, Patrick Woodroffe has created the lighting for musical theater, concerts, operas, ballet, architecture and special events. Artists include ABBA, Adele, Elton John, Bob Dylan, Donna Summer, Lady Gaga, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson and the Rolling Stones. In musical theater, he has lit productions of Bat Out of Hell, West Side Story, Mamma Mia! The Party, Jesus Christ Superstar, Les Misérables and The Phantom of the Opera. He lit the Opening and Closing Ceremonies for the Olympic Games in London.
WHO’S WHO in the CAST
GARETH OWEN ( Sound Design ). Broadway highlights: Hell’s Kitchen (Tony nom.), Back to the Future, & Juliet (Tony nom.), MJ (Tony win), Bad Cinderella, Diana, Summer, Come From Away, A Bronx Tale, End of the Rainbow (Tony nom.), A Little Night Music (Tony nom.). West End highlights: Starlight Express, MJ, Back to the Future (Olivier nom.), Prince of Egypt, Come From Away (Olivier win), Bat Out of Hell (Olivier nom.), Memphis (Olivier win), Top Hat (Olivier nom.), Merrily We Roll Along (Olivier win). garethowensound.com. @garethowensound.
SAM COX (Hair and Wig Design). Theater includes Cabaret; Six the Musical; Sister Act; Kiss Me, Kate; The Baker’s Wife; Mrs. Doubtfire; Moulin Rouge!; Bedknobs and Broomsticks; Evita; The Cher Show; The Osmonds; White Christmas; and Curtains (Broadway, West End, U.K. tours). Film and television include The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, Wicked, Paddington in Peru, Snow White, Wicked Little Letters, “Loki,” “Dr. Who,” “Downton Abbey,” James Bond: No Time to Die, Death on the Nile and Cruella
ALAN WILLIAMS (Music Supervisor, Additional Arrangements & Orchestrations ). Olivier and Whatsonstage award-winner. Broadway: Sunset Blvd., Funny Girl. London/UK: Sunset Boulevard, Crazy for You, Elf, Hairspray, Evita, The Boy in the Dress, Big Fish, Aladdin, Funny Girl, A Damsel in Distress, Assassins, Urinetown, The Commitments, A Chorus Line, Shrek, …Spelling Bee, Passion, Spamalot. Albums: Sunset Boulevard, The Boy in the Dress, Funny Girl and Sister Act. alanwilliamsmd.com.
DOUG BESTERMAN ( Orchestration ). Threetime Tony Award-winner. Broadway: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Anastasia, A Bronx Tale, It Shoulda Been You, Bullets Over Broadway, Rocky, On a Clear Day, Sister Act, How to Succeed…, Young Frankenstein, Tarzan, Dracula, Thoroughly Modern Millie, The Producers, Seussical, The Music Man, Fosse, Big, Damn Yankees. Film/TV: “Schmigadoon,” Mary Poppins Returns, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, Mulan, Chicago.
DAVID CHASE ( Dance Arrangements ). Music director, supervisor and/or arranger for 40-plus Broadway musicals. TV includes “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “Schmigadoon,” “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” “The Sound of Music Live!” and “Étoile.” Also: Boston Pops, Radio City, choral music for Judith Clurman/Hal Leonard. Nominated for two Emmys, a Grammy and an Olivier.
NATE PATTEN (Associate Music Supervision). In addition to Elf, Nate has conducted two other Sklar/ Beguelin scores: The Prom (OBC) and The Wedding Singer (first national tour). Select Broadway: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Be More Chill, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical . Tours: Flashdance, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Other conducting credits: The Kennedy Center and MSG. Nate is also an accomplished director and writer. Thank you to Matthew Sklar. @natepatten.
ALLIED GLOBAL MARKETING ( Tour
Marketing & Press) is a full-service integrated marketing agency working with the world’s largest entertainment, consumer, and lifestyle brands, including 85+ Broadway shows over three decades. Current tours: Back to the Future, Beetlejuice, The Book of Mormon, Hadestown, Kinky Boots, Mamma Mia!, Mrs. Doubtfire, The Notebook, The Outsiders, Some Like It Hot, Suffs, The Twenty-Sided Tavern. Upcoming tours: The Great Gatsby, Operation Mincemeat, Riverdance.
BOND THEATRICAL ( Tour Booking ) is an independently owned theatrical booking, marketing and publicity company representing award-winning Broadway shows and live entertainment properties. Bond connects artists and audiences by forming strategic, authentic and profitable partnerships between producers and presenters across North America. For a complete list of current projects, please visit bondtheatrical.com.
ARC (Casting). 150+ productions across the globe and 13 Artios Awards for Casting. Broadway/NY past and credits include Othello, Real Women Have Curves, A Wonderful World, Life of Pi, Chicago the Musical, Disney’s The Lion King and Beauty and the Beast, Hadestown, Lost in Yonkers, The Great Comet of 1812, Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, The 39 Steps, Pippin, La Cage aux Folles. TV/film: Netflix, 20th Century Fox, NBC, Lionsgate, Disney Channel. West End/U.K.: Hadestown, Thriller Live, Menier Chocolate Factory. Tours: 1776, Hairspray, Waitress, Urinetown, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Finding Neverland, Into the Woods, We Will Rock You. Regional: A.R.T., Berkeley Rep, Alley, Bay Street, Goodspeed, Hollywood Bowl, McCarter, Signature. ARC. Part of RWS Global. castingbyarc.com. IG: @castingbyarc.
CHARLIE YOKOM (Music Director) is thrilled to return to Christmastown! Recent: Music director for World’s Greatest Lover at the Edinburgh Fringe. Touring credits include Elf, The Sound of Music, Hairspray and Waitress . Many thanks to Nate, Dave, Ricky, Marissa and the wonderful cast, band and crew! charlieyokom.com.
JESS LEVINE (Production Stage Manager) ) is so excited to be spreading Christmas cheer across the country with the company of Elf for the second time! Originally from Pittsburgh and a proud graduate of Penn State, favorite credits include the Hairspray national tour; Plano and The Cherry Orchard (Quantum Theatre); and Shantytown (Pittsburgh Playwrights). Many thanks to family and friends for their continued support!
KELSEY HARLOW (Assistant Stage Manager) is very excited to be on her first tour! A recent graduate from Carnegie Mellon University, Kelsey completed her master’s degree in stage and production management in May. Some of her favorite shows that she has worked on are Titanic (Carnegie Mellon), Million Dollar Quartet (Berkshire Theatre Group) and Cats (Utah Festival Opera). Happy Holidays!
KATHY CRAWFORD-HAWKINS ( Company Manager) is very excited to be part of the Crossroads team again! Incredibly grateful to her husband and family for their love and support. Thanks to all the folks and shows (Stomp, Walking with Dinosaurs, The Illusionists, Tootsie, Grinch, AMCC, GOAT) that have given her the opportunity to do what she so enjoys!
EMILY MIU (Assistant Company Manager) is usually spending her time as an associate general manager with Crossroads Live North America. Emily is excited to embark on her first national tour. Previous credits include work with Olney Theatre Center and Detroit Public Theatre. Emily is a proud graduate of the University of Michigan.
TEMPLE LIVE NORTH AMERICA (Producer). is a producer and promoter of exceptional live events and experiences across multiple entertainment genres, including comedy, exhibitions and classical music. TLE has historically produced a variety of theatrical musicals in the UK and internationally, including Elf The Musical in the West End, on Broadway and on tour; Mamma Mia! The Party in London and Stockholm; the 20th Anniversary tour of Rent The Musical in London and the UK; and The Phantom of the Opera and Cats in Monte Carlo. TLE is part of the Eventim Live International promoter network, which comprises over 30 partners in 15 countries. temple-live.com.
CROSSROADS LIVE NORTH AMERICA (Producer ) brings together some of the world’s top producers of live entertainment, now all under one banner. With offices in London, New York, Washington, D.C., Sydney and Melbourne, its global platform ensures the best-loved titles from Broadway and the West End can be embraced by audiences around the world. Crossroads Live North America, under the leadership of Angela Rowles, is an innovative, full-service theatrical production company delivering the Broadway experience to audiences in North America and beyond. Its 2025–2026 season: Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical, Elf The Musical, Kinky Boots, The Phantom of the Opera (Asia), Tina: The Tina Turner Musical. xroadslive.com/team/na.
INGRID SUTEJ ( Producer for Temple Live Entertainment ). Producer and pro- moter of hit musicals, classical tours and immersive exhibitions across a three-decade career. Musical theatre credits include Elf the Musical (West End, 2015, 2022, 2023), The Phantom of the Opera (Monte Carlo, 2023), Rent the Musical (U.K. tour, 2016-17), White Christmas (West End, 2014), Jesus Christ Superstar in Concert (London The O2, 2012), Les Misérable in Concert (London The O2, 2010). Co-producer of Mamma Mia! The Party (Stockholm 2017, London 2019) with Björn Ulvaeus of ABBA. Ingrid has also toured the world’s top classical artists for many years, including Cecilia Bartoli, Angela Gheorghiu, Pretty Yende, Anna Netrebko, Rolando Villazón, Bryn Terfel and Lise Davidsen. Founder and CEO of Temple Live Entertainment (temple-live.com).
MIGUEL ESTEBAN ( Associate Producer for Temple Live Entertainment ) has been associate producer of Elf (West End, 2015, 2022, 2023) and Mamma Mia! The Party (London, 2019), and producer of Rent (London and U.K. tour, 2016-17) and the opera Norma (European tour, 2016-17). He is general manager of soprano Anna Netrebko and co-founder of the Verbier Festival in Switzerland. Raised in Glendale, CA, by Cuban parents, he is a graduate of the University of Southern California.
SUZI ARKLEY ( Commercial & Marketing Director for Temple Live Entertainment) oversees all worldwide commercial, marketing and communication aspects of Temple Entertainment Live. She has over two decades of experience working across the live entertainment sector, including most recently on Elf the Musical (West End 2022-23), The Phantom of the Opera (Monte Carlo 2023) and Mamma Mia! The Party
(Stockholm 2017 and London 2019). Originally from Cape Town, South Africa, Suzi lives in London with her husband and two daughters.
KORI PRIOR ( Executive Producer ) is an accomplished executive with more than 20 years of experience in the global theater and entertainment industry. She has served as the executive producer of The Phantom of the Opera international tour as well as multiple Broadway tours, including popular titles such as Annie, Tootsie, The Color Purple and My Fair Lady She was an executive producer for Elf The Musical on Broadway and spent more than two decades producing and supervising productions around the world for Blue Man Group, where she was instrumental in the development and expansion of the brand on five continents.
ANDREW TERLIZZI (General Manager) has spent almost two decades touring productions worldwide before joining Crossroads Live as senior general manager. Highlights of his career include Kinky Boots, Bodyguard The Musical, Priscilla Queen of the Desert and West Side Story. He is a proud graduate of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts.
GREGG DAMANTI (Production Manager) has been lucky enough to spend the past 25 years working in theater. He got his start as a production stage manager at Busch Gardens and later served as production manager for Blue Man Group in New York City. Since joining Crossroads Live in 2018, he’s helped bring shows like On Your Feet! (first national), Cats, Lincoln Center’s My Fair Lady (first national), Pretty Woman, Dear Evan Hansen, Kinky Boots and now Elf to the road. All the love to Jen and Ripley—his support system and favorite people to come home to after every tour.
STAFF FOR ELF THE MUSICAL
For Crossroads Live North America
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Kori Prior
GENERAL MANAGER
Andrew Terlizzi
Associate General Manager Emily Miu
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Gregg Damanti
Assistant Production Manager Suzayn MacKenzie-Roy
COMPANY MANAGER
Kathy Crawford-Hawkins
Assistant Company Manager Emily Miu
TOUR MARKETING & PRESS
ALLIED GLOBAL MARKETING
Andrew Damer
Jennifer Gallagher Scott Praefke
Jessica Cary Davis Anne Waisanen
Adina Hsu Emily Toppen
Maria Bonucchi Amenkha Sembenu Kate Wyman
TOUR BOOKING DIRECTION
BOND THEATRICAL bondtheatrical.com
Temah Higgins Mollie Mann DJ Martin
Marc Viscardi Wendy Roberts
Jenny Bates
BOOKING & OPERATIONS
Mary K. Witte Madison St. Amour Laura Rizzo
Jesse Daniels Kolten Bell Jordan Ivezaj
CASTING
Casting by ARC
Duncan Stewart, CSA, Mark Brandon, CSA Kyle Coker, Patrick Maravilla, Jarrett Reiche Devi Peot, Jaron Cole Ryan Stana, CEO RWS Global Ryan Saab, EVP RWS Global
PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER ............ JESS LEVINE
Assistant Stage Manager Kelsey Harlow
Dance Captain Annie Wogisch
Assistant Dance Captain ........................ Clark Anton Rulon
Associate Costume Designer Abigail Hahn
Assistant Costume Designers Haley Silver, David Hyman, Courtney Irizarry
Production Accounting Manager .................... Sheila Lewis
Production Accountant Travis Huebel
Staff Accountant Electra Walker
Tour Project Manager ........................ Wendy Joy Beckwith
Learn more about Crossroads Live North America and its team: xroadslive.com
CREDITS
Scenery by Great Lakes Studios, Cigar Box Studios, PRG, and TTS Studios. Lighting & video equipment from PRG. Sound equipment by Sound Associates. Rigging by Phoenix Lighting and Rigging. Rehearsal Studio: Gibney Studios, NYC. Trucking by Clark Transfer. Touring Company Lobby Signage by Express Signs in Frederick, MD. Tailoring by Taylor Harrison, Kaitlin Turek, Kaileen Langstone, and Kimberley Wilkes. Buddy executed by Eric Winterling, Inc. Select Jovie costumes executed by Arel Studio, Inc. Jovie’s shirt executed by Cego Custom Shirt Maker. Millinery executed by Arnold S. Levine, Inc. North Pole Elves and FP Finale Jackets executed by Bethany Joy Costumes, Inc. NP Elf Legs executed by Randy Carfagno Productions. Mrs Hobbs’ Robe and Finale and Deb Finale executed by Vedette Costumes. Santa executed by Fritz Masten. Select Macy’s Elves and Velvet Leggings by SoHarlem, Inc. Select Macy’s Elves executed by Threaded Pine. MP Finale Costumes executed by Siam Costumes International LTD. Custom Belts executed by Sherry Accessories, inc. Ice-skate blades by Mio Design NYC.
SPECIAL THANKS
Thank you Tom and Kelli for keeping it to a dull roar next door in studio rehearsal. Also, thank you to Luna, our emotional support dog during technical rehearsals.
Rehearsed at Gibney Center
Technical Venue:
Clark State Performing Arts Center 300 S Fountain Ave. Springfield, OH 45506
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The Director and Choreographer are members of the Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers, Inc., an independent national labor union.
Backstage and Front of the House Employees are represented by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (or I.A.T.S.E.).
United Scenic Artists represents the designers and scenic painters for the American Theatre.
The producers wish to thank the Ohio Department of Development for their support in the creation of this production.
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DPAC’s Local Hero Spotlight recognizes those doing great things in service to their communities or families. Local Heroes receive a VIP night out at DPAC, and in many cases, this night out provides an opportunity for those who have never been to DPAC to have their rst-ever live theater experience.
DPAC rolls out the red carpet for Local Heroes by providing a VIP experience, which includes premium seating to a select show, complimentary parking and admission to the President’s Club hospitality area. DPAC also shines a spotlight on the great work being done by all Local Heroes by featuring them on social media and on our website.
Want to nominate someone? Visit DPACnc.com, and you can nd this program listed under the Community tab.
Congratulations to all our Local Heroes
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Bringing a group of 10 or more? Make DPAC your group destination
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ABroadway show at DPAC is the ultimate experience for any group. The universal stories of friendship, ambition, and love are perfect for all ages and interests, with stunning stagecraft and unforgettable songs that speak to everyone.
Group Services at DPAC is your connection to savings of 10% to 15% for most Broadway performances. Seeing a performance with a group is not only fun – it’s also economical.
You just need 10 or more people who want to get together for both a great outing and a great deal on Broadway shows at DPAC.
Any group can take advantage of our special group pricing, including:
• Corporate outings
• Coworkers
• Faith groups
• Families and friends
• Fundraising organizations
• Girls’ night out
• Meet-up groups
• Schools
• Scouts, Y-Guides
• Social organizations, clubs and more!
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At DPAC, we’re committed to Guest Courtesy. Please remember to be a good neighbor to those seated around you.
After the Performance Yes, the lobby gets busy and the parking lots can be tricky, but please remain at your seats until the house lights come up.
As a courtesy to the performers and other audience members, DPAC asks that you do not rush for the exits prematurely at the end of the performance.
Entering and Exiting the Seating Area Please time your exits and reentry to the seating area to occur only at intermission or breaks between songs. This is a courtesy to other guests around you who will appreciate you keeping these disruptions to a minimum.
Kids at DPAC Please note that all guests require a ticket, regardless of age. Children under the age of 6 are not allowed at most DPAC performances, including Broadway, Concerts and Comedy shows.
For some shows, DPAC will make recommendations on the appropriate minimum age based on the content and the length of the event. Parental discretion is always advised, and judgment of the appropriateness of the content for each show should be made on an individual basis prior to purchase.
Children must be able to sit quietly in their own seat without disturbing other guests. As a further courtesy to our guests, DPAC recommends one parent or chaperone for every one child in attendance.
It Can Wait
Please save texting until AFTER the show. The light from phones is distracting to others throughout the theater. Please keep them turned o .
It’s Superstar Entertainment, Not a Food Fest Small snacks and drinks are welcome in the seating area, but as a courtesy to those around you, eat and drink as quietly as possible. Please know that odors and noisy wrappers can disturb others. We also ask that you nish sandwiches or other large food items before entering the seating area.
Photography / Video Recording Using Mobile Phones
At DPAC, each event that we host determines their own policy on photography and video recording using mobile phones. We enforce these policies at their direction.
Please note that GoPros, tablets, and cameras of any kind are prohibited at all DPAC events. Photography and video recording using mobile phones is not permitted at all Broadway shows.
Quiet Please Once the show starts, please let the stage be the center of attention. We ask that you turn o all cell phones and limit conversation. If children are attending this performance with you, please exit the theater immediately if they become restless or talkative.
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Help local students and seniors experience their rst ever Broadway show
Can’t use one or more of your season tickets for an upcoming show? Consider donating them to DPAC’s Discover Broadway program. As a Broadway at DPAC Member, you have the option to donate tickets you cannot use, preventing valuable seats from going to waste. Your generosity allows area youth and seniors the opportunity to experience their rst Broadway show and discover the magic of live entertainment.
This season, donated tickets are distributed to Durham Public Schools and the Durham Housing Authority.
It’s easy to help:
• If you know in advance that you cannot attend a show, or even if one member of your party will not be joining you, simply contact DPAC at DiscoverBroadway@dpacnc.com.
• You will receive an acknowledgement from DPAC that your unused tickets will be transferred to an area student or senior.
• DPAC will handle all other details and provide instructions to the recipient on how to access their tickets.
PLEASE NOTE: Ticket donations must be made at least 72 hours prior to your scheduled performance date. Discover Broadway donations do not provide tax donation receipts.
The best of high school musical theater talent in our region
The DPAC Rising Star Awards celebrates the performing arts in our schools by recognizing outstanding achievements in high school musical theater throughout central North Carolina. The program focuses attention on the meaningful work being done both on and o stage by dedicated teachers and students. As the regional qualifying event for The National High School Musical Theatre Awards™ (NHSMTA), also known as The Jimmy Awards®, The DPAC Rising Star Awards brings together high school musical theater students from Durham, the Triangle and the surrounding region to perform and compete for a chance to represent DPAC in the national nals in New York City.
To learn more about how to register your school’s theater program for The DPAC Rising Star Awards, please visit DPACnc.com/community/dpacrising-star-awards.
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This past spring, DPAC named Carmen Sophia Dubon (Weaver Academy) and Josiah Jennings (Hillside High School) The DPAC Rising Star Awards’ Best Actress and Best Actor winners. Carmen and Josiah then went on to compete nationally at the Jimmy Awards® in New York City, which included a total of 110 nominees representing 55 Regional Awards Programs from across the country.
Carmen and Josiah worked with Broadway professionals and made their Broadway debuts on Nederlander’s Minsko Theatre stage, where Disney’s The Lion King performs to sold out audiences nightly. Josiah was one of ve recipients who received the Outstanding Performance in an Ensemble Award, which came with a $2,500 scholarship.
Additionally, KoKo Thornton (Enloe High School) represented The DPAC Rising Star Awards on the national level this past spring. Nominated by DPAC's 2024 Best Actor winner Conor Kruger, she was one of two teachers from across the country to receive the Inspiring Teacher Award during the Jimmy Awards® in 2025.
KoKo, Carmen and Josiah represented DPAC and central North Carolina exceptionally and we could not be prouder of the great talent that exists in our region.
More information on NHSMTA™ and the Jimmy Awards® can be found at jimmyawards.com and by these valuable community partnerships and sponsors
The DPAC Rising Star Awards are made possible by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
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Each fall, DPAC selects 30 high school students from across Central North Carolina who are passionate about live entertainment to serve as Performing Arts Ambassadors throughout the school year.
As part of the team at DPAC, Ambassadors shadow sta across multiple departments and attend a wide variety of DPAC events, including Broadway, Concert, Comedy and Special Events. With an emphasis on content creation, Ambassadors receive media training and report on their experiences via videos, online blogs, and social media posts. Ambassadors also receive exclusive opportunities to go behind the scenes at DPAC's biggest events.
These unique, memorable, and impactful experiences o er the chance to learn about the importance of media and live entertainment, while also preparing students for future careers in the performing arts industry.
Keep up with our Ambassadors this season by following @DPACHeartoftheArts on Instagram or by visiting DPACnc.com.
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In addition, DPAC’s mobile app o ers other great features including updates on all upcoming shows and key tips to help you plan for your visit.
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Whether you like, share, or post, DPAC invites you to become part of our social community. We hope you’ll share your memories and experiences with us, and in return, we’ll take you backstage and share announcements, special o ers and other great entertainment news.
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Special Savings
For City of Durham Residents, Military and Students
Inspired by Durham’s great community leader MaryAnn Black, DPAC has reserved select seating exclusively for Durham residents, military and students to most Broadway shows and select special events.
This program provides an opportunity for many to experience their rst-ever live performance at a savings of 20% to 75%
DPAC For All tickets may be purchased online, via phone or in person at the Blue Cross NC - Ticket Center at DPAC, located at 123 Vivian Street / William V. "Bill" Bell Way.
For a complete list of available performances, please visit DPACnc.com.
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