Most Frequently Asked Questions

 

#1  What do I wear to The Jackson Symphony?

You see a little bit of everything at the Symphony! But here are some tips:

 

Ideas for what to wear to a Classical Concert

Men: collard shirt or jacket if you prefer

Women: dress pants, skirt, or dress

Classical Concerts this Season include Appalachian Spring, On The Fringe, and The Chase.

Special note: On The Fringe is a "themed" classical concert and if you want to experience the roaring 1920s in your best flapper style, go for it!

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Ideas for what to wear to a Pops Concert

Anything you would wear to a classical concert is fine, but depending on the theme, you might wear a                costume, jeans, or even sequins! 

Pops Concerts this Season include Disney's Hocus Pocus, Holiday Pops and Holiday Pops Family                Matinee, Shaken & Stirred, and TCG's The Music of Led Zeppelin.

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The most important thing is to wear what’s comfortable for YOU and to enjoy the concert. 

 

#2  Where do I park?

The Symphony plays at two amazing venues:

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The Ned R. McWherter Performing Arts Center

314 E. Main St | Jackson, Tennessee

Street and adjacent off street parking is available all around The Ned. Free parking may also be found in the following locations when available: 1) Municipal parking lot at the corner of South Church and East Baltimore and 2) the parking lot adjacent to First United Methodist Church off East Baltimore

 

The Carl Perkins Civic Center

400 S. Highland Ave | Jackson Tennessee

Ample free parking is available in the lot adjacent to the Carl Perkins Civic Center.

 

Security will be on site for all concerts for your safety and convenience. If you need assistance getting to your car after a concert, don’t hesitate to ask.

 

#3  Will food and drinks be available at the concerts?

Yes! This is something new for the 2024-25 Season, and we are pleased to offer a variety of concessions for purchase in the lobby at our Civic Center concerts. Tables and chairs will be set up in the lobby for the convenience of our balcony guests.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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#4  Is there a “wrong” time to clap at a concert?

No, but there are times when it can be confusing. 

The best visual clue that it's time to clap is after the music ends and the conductor turns to the audience to bow. This signals the piece is finished and not paused between movements. But the most important thing is to enjoy the concert, and if at any point you feel moved to express appreciation for a job well done, feel free!

 

#5  When should I arrive and how long does the concert last?

It’s recommended you arrive at least 30 minutes before a performance begins to have time for parking, finding your seat, and visiting concessions or restrooms. If you plan to purchase a meal from one of our food vendors, you may want to arrive even earlier. Ushers won’t seat latecomers once the music begins—if you arrive late, you can enjoy extra time in the concession area until intermission. Concert length varies and is always printed in the program

           

Additional tips for enjoying your night at The Jackson Symphony:

 

• Please enter through the front doors of The Ned or the Carl Perkins Civic Center and have your ticket or e-ticket ready to show a Symphony Ambassador upon entering the venue.  

• If you need assistance with parking due to a disability, please contact The Jackson Symphony office for alternative arrangements at 731.427.6440.  

• If you need to leave the building at intermission, you must do so through the front doors of The Ned or the Carl Perkins Civic Center and re-enter through the lobby.  

• If you need to enter or leave the auditorium while the orchestra is performing, please quietly close the door behind you as you exit or re-enter.

• Please refrain from loud conversation while the orchestra is playing so you won’t disturb those seated around you. 

• Please silence your cell phone during the concert.  

• Reminder--all ticket purchases are final and non-refundable.

• Please contact us with any questions regarding seating or anything else you need as you prepare for this Saturday’s performance.  

 

Thank you for being our special guest and welcome to YOUR Jackson Symphony!