The September 2025 grand opening of the Jack C. Taylor Music Center marks the beginning of the SLSO’s 146th season and the centennial of Powell Hall. After a two-year renovation and expansion, our beloved venue has been transformed into a state-of-the-art home for music, offering an enriched experience for audiences and artists alike. Join us to celebrate the music center’s seamless blend of historic grandeur and the best of today’s comfort and style.
You’ll enjoy a more relaxing and immersive experience, with upgraded amenities, including:
Spacious seating: More legroom with new, more comfortable seats
Enhanced ambience: Improved acoustics, lighting, and sound resistance
Expanded amenities: More restrooms, elevators, and concessions located closer to your seat
New gathering areas: New spaces include a multi-story lobby, a coat check, an outdoor plaza, and an upgraded donor lounge on the Dress Circle level
Improved accessibility and safety: Multiple ADA-compliant entrances, enhanced security, more ADA seating options, handrails, a softer auditorium slope, and a new viewing room for guests with sensory sensitivities.
We are working to make parking as convenient as possible. The SLSO will operate its own parking lot immediately east of Powell Hall, accessible from Delmar Blvd. and Samuel Shepard Dr.
Prepaid parking in the SLSO lot is available for most concerts.
Accessibility is improved with 20 ADA spots and enhanced security and lighting.
Donors will continue to receive parking and valet benefits according to giving levels.
Drop-off/pick-up will be easier with a guest drop-off location at the main entrance via a forecourt accessible from Samuel Shepard Dr.
Rideshare options, like Uber and Lyft, have a specific drop-off location on the north side of Powell Hall along Delmar Blvd.
Shuttle service is available for many concerts from Plaza Frontenac.
Nearby parking options are numerous in Grand Center.
Curated and compose-your-own subscriptions are on sale now. Subscription packages start at four concerts. Single tickets for all concerts are also on sale.
Online via the SLSO’s website is the most convenient way to secure your tickets. View our concert calendar or learn more about subscriptions. (Note: You must create an account or log in to purchase tickets via our website.)
View the Powell Hall seat map and pricing for subscribers for all concerts here. On each ticket purchase page, you are also able to see the view from your selected seat.
The Jack C. Taylor Music Center, with Powell Hall at its heart, will have an array of concession areas, offering a full bar and light snacks at all performances.
Yes, Powell Hall at the Jack C. Taylor Music Center hosts other events, including the St. Louis Speaker Series and other rental events. We also host private events throughout the year. Interested in having your event at the Jack C. Taylor Music Center? Learn more here.
Most concerts will take place in our expanded and renovated home, Powell Hall at the Jack C. Taylor Music Center. We will still share music throughout the community, including chamber music at the Pulitzer Arts Foundation and The Sheldon. We also perform free events throughout the region.
Host an Event at Powell Hall
Located in the heart of St. Louis, Powell Hall at the Jack C. Taylor Music Center offers a stunning setting for your next private event. Learn more about how our team can craft an unforgettable experience tailored to your vision.
