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BEAT: Belew/Vai/Levin/Bozzio Performing the Music of KING CRIMSON

Date: Tue, Nov 17, 2026

Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Venue: DPAC, Durham Performing Arts Center, Durham

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Category: Arts

Following more than 100 acclaimed performances across North and South America, Europe, and Japan, BEAT returns this fall for the last North American tour. Former King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin are joined by guitar virtuoso Steve Vai and legendary drummer Terry Bozzio to perform the music of the three landmark 1980s King Crimson albums—Discipline, Beat, and Three of a Perfect Pair.Rather than attempting to recreate the original recordings, BEAT brings this extraordinary music to life with the spirit, precision, and adventurousness that made it so enduring. Whether you've lived with these albums for decades or are discovering them for the first time, this is the final opportunity to experience one of progressive music's most celebrated catalogs performed by four of the best musicians on the planet.

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BEAT: Belew/Vai/Levin/Bozzio Performing the Music of KING CRIMSON

“Bring high-quality ear protection for your teens, as DPAC shows can get loud.”

When
Nov 17
Tue, Nov 17, 2026
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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BEAT: Belew/Vai/Levin/Bozzio Performing the Music of KING CRIMSON is a live concert tribute featuring former band members and legendary instrumentalists performing tracks from three classic 1980s albums. This performance brings the complex, avant-garde rock of Discipline, Beat, and Three of a Perfect Pair to the stage for one final North American tour. If you plan to attend, keep in mind that this show is best suited for adults and older teenagers who can sit through a two-hour performance of intricate instrumental music. Ticket prices vary by seating tier, and you will want to budget extra for parking in the nearby downtown Durham decks. Because DPAC has strict security guidelines, leave large bags at home and arrive at least thirty minutes before the 7:30 PM start time to get through the lines. This concert makes an excellent date night or an outing with your music-loving teens. It is a rare chance to see world-class musicianship in a venue known for its superb acoustics and comfortable seating.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this concert appropriate for young children?
Due to the volume levels, complex musical style, and two-hour duration, this performance is best suited for teenagers and adults rather than young children.
Where should I park for the show at DPAC?
You can park in the East Regional Garage or the Tyler Side Garage, both of which are a short walk from the theater and charge a flat event rate.

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BEAT: Belew/Vai/Levin/Bozzio Performing the Music of KING CRIMSON runs Tue, Nov 17, 2026, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM.

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DPAC, Durham Performing Arts Center is at 123 William V Bill Bell Way, Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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