Special Offers
Looking for added savings on DPAC events?
Our best savings can be found for many of the spectacular Broadway shows that we host at DPAC. For most Broadway performances, there are a variety of ways to save from 10% to 65% on select seats.
DPAC for All
DPAC For All, founded in 2018, is an initiative designed to make the arts accessible to the Durham community and beyond.
DPAC For All offers reserved 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 first-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
See a hit Broadway show direct from New York, one of your favorite bands live, a superstar comedian, or a world-class special event. The possibilities are endless with DPAC For All.
To learn more about this program and to purchase tickets to upcoming events, visit our DPAC For All page.
DPAC Digital Lottery
A limited number of discounted tickets will be sold for most Broadway performances via DPAC's official digital lottery.
- Lottery Discounted Pricing: Varies per show
- Savings can range from 70% to 90%.
- Ticket Limit: Two (2) per winner.
- Seat Locations: Locations vary per performance. Discounted seats available via this online lottery will include some pairs of seats, but most will be individual seats not located adjacent to each other. In some cases, seats may be labeled limited view which means there may be limited view of some parts of stage.
- Registration begins: The day before the performance at 9:00 AM.
- Entries Close: The day before the performance at 2:00 PM.
- Drawing Time: The lottery closes the day prior to the registered performance, and at that time, entrants will be notified via email within minutes as to whether they have won or not.
- Winner Purchase Deadline: If you are selected as a winner, you have 60 minutes to pay for your tickets. Seats are assigned at the discretion of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina - Ticket Center at DPAC and cannot be transferred to other people or performances.
Student Rush
Following a long held tradition in New York, DPAC is bringing back specially priced Student Rush tickets for many of the hit Broadway shows in our 2025 / 2026 season.
Usually priced at $30 (plus tax), Student Rush tickets are released the morning of each participating Broadway show and are available for that day’s performance only.
Student Rush tickets are available for purchase in-person only at the Blue Cross NC - Ticket Center at DPAC.
- Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM, open Sundays 11:00 AM through 6:30 PM.
- Seating locations vary, first-come, first-serve.
- Purchase limited to two (2) tickets per valid Student ID.
- Cash, debit, & credit cards accepted.
Groups
- Bringing a group of 10 or more?
- Group Services at DPAC is your connection to savings of 10% to 15% for most Broadway performances.
- A Broadway show at DPAC is the ultimate experience for any group – students, seniors, tour groups, and more. 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.
- Seeing a performance with a group is not only fun, but 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.
- For more information on Group seating for Broadway events at DPAC, click here.
