Traditionally, audiences tend to applaud once all movements or sections of a piece are completed. In some pieces of music, the orchestra will pause briefly for about 10-15 seconds between movements. The audience usually holds their applause during these short breaks in the music out of consideration for the performer’s concentration. The conductor will signal when a piece is finished by putting his or her arms down and turning to the audience. You can check your program before or during the performance so you'll know how many movements to expect.
Photographing and making video and audio recordings of Memphis Symphony Orchestra concerts are strictly prohibited. No recording devices or cameras are permitted without special authorization from the MSO.
While performance length can vary, a typical performance runs approximately two hours with a 20-minute intermission.
Children, ages six and up, are welcome to attend Memphis Symphony Orchestra performances. All children must have a ticket for admission.
There is no dress code. Anything that makes you feel comfortable is the best option. Many people wear business clothes or slightly dressy casual clothes, but you’ll see everything from khakis to cocktail dresses. In the interest of other patrons, please be considerate of those in the audience who may have allergies and refrain from wearing scented products such as cologne or perfume.
Only subscribers have the benefit of exchanging their season tickets. There is no exchange fee, however all subscription ticket exchanges are subject to availability. Ticket exchanges must be made up to three days before the date of the performance. Visit our
Season Subscription page for more information.
If you arrive late, an usher will seat you at their discretion, generally at an appropriate break in music.
Please call the Box Office at (901) 537-2525, and we will reprint your tickets.
Gift certificates to the Memphis Symphony Orchestra may be purchased in any denomination. Please call the Box Office at (901) 537-2525 for details.
If you are unable to attend a performance at the last minute, your unused tickets may be donated to the Memphis Symphony Orchestra as a tax-deductible contribution. Ticket donations will be accepted by phone and fax up to three days prior to the concert. You must provide the Box Office with your name, address, phone, concert date and seat location. Night of concert, ticket donations will be accepted in person at the Box Office before the performance.
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Cellular phones, pagers and alarm watches should be turned off while in the hall. Patrons should ask for the House Manager to report an emergency during a concert, or to make special arrangements to receive emergency phone calls during a concert.
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Yes. Parking and accessible seating is available at all venues. Please notify the Box Office of your special needs upon ticket purchase.
Special rates are available for groups of 10 or more.
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