Performing Arts Showstoppers at DPAC
Announcing Soon: 2026 / 2027 Performing Arts Showstoppers
This September, DPAC will introduce sixty of our area's most friendly and outgoing high school students selected to volunteer as Showstoppers during the 2026 / 2027 season. The inspiration for this program comes from the Durham Wayfinders 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. Performing Arts Showstoppers at DPAC welcome guests as they arrive at Broadway and other select events all season long, and in exchange, they are invited to stay and enjoy the performance from fabulous Orchestra-level seats.
The deadline for applications was Monday, August 3 at 11:59 PM, and in-person interviews were conducted between August 10 and August 14, 2026. DPAC is currently reviewing applications, and all applicants will be contacted by August 24, 2026 with results. This program offers great flexibility scheduling-wise, but any interested candidates should note that selected students will be asked to attend a mandatory Training & Orientation event on the evening of September 8, 2026.
About
Following the model of the Durham Wayfinders at DPAC, this community program is for area high school students who both love smiling and saying hello AND seeing DPAC’s biggest shows. Throughout the season, Showstoppers gain real-world customer experience while welcoming guests with genuine and kind greetings as they arrive at DPAC for the very biggest shows on tour.
The Showstopper program offers students the following:
- Volunteer service hours for college bound applications and resumes.
- Excellent customer service experience at one of the top-five performing arts centers in America.
- Access to experience Broadway at DPAC’s hit shows and many other incredible events.
- Plus, peer social gatherings with likeminded fans of the performing arts.
Questions?
Please email DPAC's Community Engagement Coordinator, AvA Laney, at alaney@dpacnc.com with any questions about the Performing Arts Showstoppers at DPAC program.
