Attending your first Brevard Symphony performance? We know that you may have questions about what to expect so we have provided answers to the most commonly asked questions. If you don’t see your question below, give us a call at the BSO office at 321.345.5052. You can also email us or post your question on our Facebook page.
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Children are welcome at all symphony performances. However, For the enjoyment of everyone, we respectfully ask that you give serious consideration to the type of music being performed and your child’s age and attention span before purchasing a ticket for your child. We also suggest to introduce the little ones to the symphony through our FREE 4th of July Concert and our Annual FREE Family Concert. These concerts are great for kids to get to know the symphony.
All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket to enter the theater. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian and must have a ticket for a seat adjacent to the adult.
Contrary to what many people think, formal attire—such as tuxedos and evening gowns—is not required at orchestra concerts. Most of our patrons dress as if they are going out to a nice dinner or to church. We do ask that you please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne out of consideration for your fellow concert-goers who are allergic.
We recommend that you arrive at least 30 minutes before the concert start time. By arriving early, you can avoid the parking lot rush and long lines at the ticket window. You’ll also have time to use the restroom, pick up a program, and purchase refreshments. If you arrive 40 minutes before a Signature concert, you’ll have the opportunity to attend a pre-concert talk with the Maestro, where they will talk about the program. Main floor seating will be open at that time, so feel free to sit up front and ask questions. The talk lasts approximately 20 minutes, so you’ll have plenty of time to get to your seat and read over your program.
Most concerts last approximately 2 hours, including a 15 minute intermission. Any significant exceptions to this will be noted on the individual concert page on our web site. Each performance is divided into two parts with an intermission in the middle.
Generally, you clap only after a piece is finished. For example, if you’re listening to Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5, which has four movements, it is generally considered appropriate to only clap after the last movement. You can look at your program book to find out how many movements a piece has. Usually, there is a short pause between movements although sometimes there is no discernible gap. If you’re unsure, you’ll know the piece is over when Maestro Confessore turns around to face the audience. However, even though the norm is to remain quiet between movements, if you are moved to clap after a particularly exciting movement, feel free to clap away!
There are a number of restaurants on Wickham Road near the King Center, ranging from fast food to sushi. Snacks and drinks, including a full bar, are available for purchase at the King Center prior to, and during intermission, of all our performances. The King Center is now fully cashless.
First…Don’t panic! We have two options available to make sure you get to the performance on time:
If you’ve purchased tickets and are no longer able to go, or find a friend to give them to, please make sure to let us know by donating them back to us! Although, we can’t issue a refund, we can mail you a letter acknowledging your tax-deductible contribution. We will be happy to find a local student or other person in the community to give them to on your behalf!
Tickets should be turned in anytime up to 24 hours in advance of your concert. We will be unable to accept any tickets for tax deduction purposes after the concert has begun or passed. Questions? Call us at (321) 345.5052.
Please note that ticket donations must be made through the BSO office and not the King Center.
The King Center offers a variety of accommodations for guests with disabilities and impairments. You can visit their website or call the Box Office at (321) 242-2219 for more information.
The BSO has a no-refund policy; therefore, all sales are final. If you purchased tickets to a concert you can no longer attend, you may exchange your tickets for any other concert within the same BSO concert season up to 48 hours before the scheduled performance. Simply call the BSO office at (321) 345-5052 to make your exchange.
The BSO office sells subscription packages and add-ons only. If you are not a BSO subscriber and are wanting to purchase concert tickets, please contact the King Center at (321) 242-2219
Doors to the King Center open 1 hour before the scheduled performance time. Doors to the theater seating open approximately 30 minutes before the scheduled performance time.
No! Parking at the King Center is free! Availability is on a first-come-first-served basis, so plan on arriving early if you would like a spot close to the venue. You may purchase priority parking if you so desire by calling the King Center at (321) 242-2219.
