Steve Peters, CEO of VenuWorks, announced the appointment of Daniel Kays as the new Executive Director of the Topeka (KS) Performing Arts Center (TPAC), effective Oct. 7.
“We are thrilled to welcome Daniel Kays to lead TPAC’s dedicated team. With his proven expertise in executive venue management, marketing, booking, and operations, we are confident he will be a transformative leader, driving TPAC and the Topeka community toward new creative heights,” Peters said.
Prior to this, Kays led the Bowlus Fine Arts Center in Iola, KS, for five seasons. His tenure at Bowlus was marked by resilience and innovation, notably during the COVID-19 pandemic, when he ensured the continuation of live concerts while many other venues were silent.
Expressing his enthusiasm for his new role, Kays said, “My family and I are looking forward to moving into this incredible community and absorbing the rich history of Topeka. I’m honored to be chosen to lead TPAC and to join the incredible team that is in place.” He particularly noted the major campaign, GO TOPEKA, and downtown revitalization efforts as an enticement.
The Topeka Performing Arts Center (TPAC) is a private, independent not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization, and contributes generously to organizations throughout Northeast Kansas.
