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  • Sep
    13 Fri
    Reggie Rice

    Reggie Rice

    Rocky Mount, NC
    United States
    Show at 7:30 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
    Magic and laughter is in the air and Reggie Rice’s show is full of them both! Fool of Illusions is like nothing you’ve seen before. A family-friendly show filled with hilarious comedy, innovative illusions, and audience participation that will have you on the edge of your seat wanting more. With his foolish antics & lovable personality Reggie Rice is guaranteed to have everyone bursting into laughter with pure fun and excitement. So brace yourself and buckle up, because we are going to take you on a magical ride into Reggie’s wild imagination in a show you will never forget.

    Not On Sale
  • Sep
    21 Sat
    The Story Ship…. A Saturday Family Day at The Dunn Center

    The Story Ship…. A Saturday Family Day at The Dunn Center

    Rocky Mount, NC
    United States
    Show at 1:00 PM
    TICKET PRICES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
    GENERAL ADMISSION:
    Ticket Price: $15.00
    Fees: $0.43
    Order fees: $0.00


    TICKET SALE DATES
    GENERAL ADMISSION Public Onsale: May 9, 2024 1:04 PM to September 21, 2024 1:00 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION

    On Saturday, September 21st The Dunn Center will be presenting two shows that will teach children about science (Diggery’s Dino Adventure) and Steam subjects (Aliens Alive Space Show).


    This show will use puppets, interactive animation, and music to cover these very important subjects in a fun and creative way. 


    There will be a food truck available after the first session and after the break the audience will return to the Minges Auditorium for the second session.  Both shows cater to children in elementary school.


    *** this show will be featured in the season brochure but is not included in the season ticket package.



  • Sep
    27 Fri
    Departure

    Departure

    Rocky Mount, NC
    United States
    Show at 7:30 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
    In their 16th year together, Departure is the most respected Journey tribute band in the nation, replicating the look, sound and feel of the original 80’s rock super group. These veteran musicians love what they do and pride themselves on giving their audience an incredible high-energy stage show from start to finish. Performing over one hundred shows nationally per year and playing all the hit songs that everyone knows and loves, Departure brings the very best of Journey to audiences of all ages.

    Sponsored by: Horizon Medical

    Not On Sale
  • Oct
    3 Thu
    The Ultimate Elvis Concert

    The Ultimate Elvis Concert

    Rocky Mount, NC
    United States
    Show at 7:30 PM
    TICKET PRICES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
    INDIVIDUAL:
    Ticket Price: $65.00
    Fees: $1.94
    Order fees: $0.00

    Ticket Price: $55.00
    Fees: $1.63
    Order fees: $0.00

    Ticket Price: $45.00
    Fees: $1.33
    Order fees: $0.00

    Ticket Price: $35.00
    Fees: $1.03
    Order fees: $0.00

    Ticket Price: $25.00
    Fees: $0.73
    Order fees: $0.00


    TICKET SALE DATES
    INDIVIDUAL Public Onsale: May 20, 2024 1:17 PM to October 3, 2024 7:30 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
    The Ultimate Elvis Concert is an unrivaled multimedia production of The King of Rock n Roll's Career! It Stars Internationally Acclaimed World Champion Elvis Tribute Artist Cote Deonath and is backed by The Infinit E Tribute Band. The concert will Take You back to key points of Presley's musical career.

    *there is a small credit card fee when purchasing tickets on line

    $25.00 - $65.00
  • Oct
    11 Fri
    John Floyd

    John Floyd

    Rocky Mount, NC
    United States
    Show at 7:30 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
    Experience the down-home wit and inspirational wisdom of John Floyd, a comedian, author, and proud native of Rocky Mount. Launching his stand-up career at just eight years old during a school talent show, John has since taken the stage over 5,000 times, performing for more than two million people. His career has taken him to all 50 states, over two dozen countries, and given him the chance to work with Oscar, Emmy and Grammy Award winners. John says the men in his family have always been funny and great story tellers. He’s just the first one to do it on a stage instead of a front porch.

    Not On Sale
  • Oct
    18 Fri
    Nirvani

    Nirvani

    Rocky Mount, NC
    United States
    Show at 7:30 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
    For Nirvani - A Nirvana Tribute Experience, it’s much more than simply being a tribute band. It’s about paying homage to a golden era in music and the unique atmosphere Nirvana contributed to that era. Nirvani embodies Cobain, Novoselic, and Grohl in their talent and authenticity. Each band member is dedicated to portraying both the appearance and playing styles of their Nirvana counterparts. This combined with their use of authentic vintage instruments makes Nirvani a live tribute concert experience that leaves audiences simultaneously satisfied and longing for more.

    Not On Sale
  • Oct
    25 Fri
    Larry & Joe

    Larry & Joe

    Rocky Mount, NC
    United States
    Show at 7:30 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
    Larry & Joe were destined to make music together. Currently based in the Triangle of North Carolina, both men are versatile multi-instrumentalists and singer-songwriters
    on a mission to show that music has no borders. As a duo they perform a fusion of Venezuelan and Appalachian folk music on harp, banjo, cuatro, fiddle, maracas, guitar, upright bass, and whatever else they decide to throw in the van. The program they offer features a distinct blend of their musical inheritances and traditions as well as storytelling about the ways that music and social movements coalesce.

    Not On Sale
  • Nov
    1 Fri
    Damn Tall Buildings

    Damn Tall Buildings

    Rocky Mount, NC
    United States
    Show at 7:30 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
    While their instrumentation is that of bluegrass, Damn Tall Buildings is not bound to it. This roots/americana band from Brooklyn, NY pulls inspiration from a wide range of influences including swing, ragtime, jazz, and even a hint of contemporary. With lyrical storytelling and foot-stomping grooves, their songs about love and ramblin’ help to forget the everyday troubles. With members from all around the United States, Damn Tall Buildings is a truthful combination of people branding their influences into a single sound.

    Sponsored by: Boone, Hill, Allen & Ricks

    Not On Sale
  • Feb
    7 Fri
    Purple Xperience

    Purple Xperience

    Rocky Mount, NC
    United States
    Show at 7:30 PM

    PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
    The Purple Xperience is a five-piece group hailing from Prince’s birthplace, Minneapolis, MN. Touring around the country since it’s inception in 2011 by Dr. Fink and frontman Marshall Charloff – their vision was to deliver the greatest and most authentic production of Prince and The Revolution, played live and untracked by skilled musicians, to audiences of all generations. Since 2011 Purple Xperience has entertained well over 300 thousand fans and has shared the bill with The Time, Cameo, Fetty Wap, Gin Blossoms, Atlanta Rhythm section, and Cheap Trick.

    Sponsored by: Horizon Medical

    Not On Sale

3400 N. Wesleyan Blvd
Rocky Mount, NC
United States
VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE
The only legitimate places to purchase tickets to The Dunn Center performances are our website, www.dunncenter.com, our ticketing company, www.etix.com, by phone at (252) 985-5197 or in person at the Dunn Center Box Office at 3400 N. Wesleyan Blvd. Rocky Mount, NC 27804.

Many ticket-sellers you find on the internet are third-party brokers, also known as scalpers, seeking to make a profit from your ticket purchase with additional costs added to the original ticket price. Some of these brokers sell fake tickets, which leads to disappointed patrons who are denied entry to a performance after discovering their tickets are invalid.

Please only purchase your tickets from the above sources. If you purchase any other way, we cannot guarantee the validity of the tickets or if you will receive the tickets at all.