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Jacksonville is home to a large number of top notch performance places, theaters and concert halls. With cutting edge acoustics, cutting edge facilities and facilities as well as beautiful design and aesthetics drawing from historic roots, most theaters in Jacksonville are buildings which have been revived and rebuilt from their architectural origins between 1919 and the 1930's. If you are a fan of theaters or just curious enough to visit some live performances places, take a look at some of the best theaters in Jacksonville right below.
Times Union Performing Arts Center
Located in central Jacksonville, the Times Union Performing Arts Center is one of the largest and most high visibility of the Jacksonville theaters promoting arts, culture and performance. Up to date offerings includes Ron White, Kelly Clarkson, Wicked and the Jacksonville Symphony. The TUPAC hosts diverse events in it's multi location facility, including the Terry Theatre, the Moran Theater which seats 3,000 guests, the Jacoby Symphony Hall, and the Veterans Memorial Arena.
The Vets Memorial Arena hosts Jacksonville College Basketball and huge name acts like JImmy Buffet and Lady Antebellum. The Prime F. Osborn III Convention center is host to Expos, shows and other events in its 265,000 sq. feet of space. The Convention Center was once a railroad station before its conversion and retains its historical architecture. Whichever locale visitors experience, TUPAC is the premiere location to examine for big name acts in all of its Jacksonville theaters, as well as music, comedy, celebrity, sports and events.
The Florida Theatre
With 200 entertainment and cultural events annually, The Florida Theatre hosts jazz, rock, blues, pop and more. Found in central along the St. Johns Brook, The Florida Theatre hosts 250,000 guests annually and is recognized as amongst the best concert venues in Florida and the Southeast, and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Performers at this theatre built in 1927 have included Gordon Lightfoot, Greg Allman and "A John Waters Christmas", in addition to being the performance location for the Florida Ballet. The locale itself has excellent acoustics and is decorated in a chic and opulent style befitting its roots and its latest position as one of the premiere concert halls in Jacksonville. This is a great place to stop by and take a little time to enjoy some music.
Theatre Jacksonville
Beginning in 1919, Theatre Jacksonville is one of, if not the longest running community theaters in Jacksonville. Together with performances, the theatre offers acting and theatre classes for every age and interests. Past performances have included The Tempest, Hamlet, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, An Inspector Calls, Over the Brook and Through the Woods, Seussical, Hi Dolly and more.
Performers and artists concerned in Theatre Jacksonville are volunteers with a high level of expertise and data that put their hearts and time into the quality performances at the theatre. Theatre Jacksonville can accommodate a good sized audience, but is an ideal sized fit for a theatre experience that involves more close contact than a bigger, more high visibility locale.
Jacksonville Theatre Guild
Offering productions the whole family can enjoy, the Jacksonville Theatre Guild performs out of the Studio Theatre with comedies, musicals and fanciful feel really good theatre. Past and current productions include Lend Me a Tenor and quirky offerings like "Drac's Back", centered on the way in which the night unfolds when students on a field trip take sanctuary from a thunderstorm in the castle of Dexter Drackman, who is actually Dracula in disguise.
Jacoby Symphony Hall at Times Union Performing Arts Center
Found at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Humanities, Jacoby Symphony Hall is among the few concert halls in the nation dedicated only to a symphony orchestra, the Jackson Symphony Orchestra. The Hall's capacity seats 1,800 guests and was designed by globally acclaimed acousticians Kirkegaard & Associates and KBJ Architects and Rothman, Rothman & Heineman architects.
Metropolitan Park
An out of doors location with a canopied 2,400 square foot stage, Metropolitan Park plays host to several events and out of doors concerts including the Spring Music Festival, World of Nations Party and annual Jacksonville Jazz Festival. Past performers have included James Taylor, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Jackson Brown and the Beach Boys. Events at the concerthall at Metropolitan Park offer a fantastic experience along the St. John's stream with covered picnic shelters, children's play area, a 27-acre park and event related facilities to make any visit notable.
UNF Fine Arts Center.
Made up of The Exhibition Hall, the Lazzara Performance Hall, and the Andrew A. Robinson Jr. Theater, the UNF Fine Arts Center serves both the College and Jacksonville residents. UNF places host a mix of entertainers, musicians and performances as well as offering lectures, training seminars, receptions, social events and workshops. Recent performances at UNF have included Chamber Music, Flute Day, piano recitals and jazz like the Ravi Coltrane Quartet. "Movies on the House" offers more non-traditional films every other Thursday at 7pm on a large screen at the Robinson Theater, with complimentary popcorn and prizes. The purpose of "Movies on the House", known around campus as MOTH, is to screen films spectators and fans wouldn't routinely be well placed to see on the big-screen, and to foster an environment of community within the audience.
Freebird Live
Well known commonly as a Jacksonville spot for live music, the Freebird Cafe books both nationally known artists as well as area and local music, making it the perfect spot to see what music in Jacksonville is really like. Freebird Live's performance space accommodates 700 guests standing room only , and offers perspectives from the floor and a railed balcony that overlooks the stage.
The location has an exterior smoking balcony and two full bars with a upper level balcony area for 21+ visitors; other areas are appointed as all ages. Freebird Live showcases typically rock artists, like up to date performers Anberlin, Diplo and Attack Attack! Right across the Sea Walk Pavilion you will find the Freebird Live.
Times Union Performing Arts Center
Located in central Jacksonville, the Times Union Performing Arts Center is one of the largest and most high visibility of the Jacksonville theaters promoting arts, culture and performance. Up to date offerings includes Ron White, Kelly Clarkson, Wicked and the Jacksonville Symphony. The TUPAC hosts diverse events in it's multi location facility, including the Terry Theatre, the Moran Theater which seats 3,000 guests, the Jacoby Symphony Hall, and the Veterans Memorial Arena.
The Vets Memorial Arena hosts Jacksonville College Basketball and huge name acts like JImmy Buffet and Lady Antebellum. The Prime F. Osborn III Convention center is host to Expos, shows and other events in its 265,000 sq. feet of space. The Convention Center was once a railroad station before its conversion and retains its historical architecture. Whichever locale visitors experience, TUPAC is the premiere location to examine for big name acts in all of its Jacksonville theaters, as well as music, comedy, celebrity, sports and events.
The Florida Theatre
With 200 entertainment and cultural events annually, The Florida Theatre hosts jazz, rock, blues, pop and more. Found in central along the St. Johns Brook, The Florida Theatre hosts 250,000 guests annually and is recognized as amongst the best concert venues in Florida and the Southeast, and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Performers at this theatre built in 1927 have included Gordon Lightfoot, Greg Allman and "A John Waters Christmas", in addition to being the performance location for the Florida Ballet. The locale itself has excellent acoustics and is decorated in a chic and opulent style befitting its roots and its latest position as one of the premiere concert halls in Jacksonville. This is a great place to stop by and take a little time to enjoy some music.
Theatre Jacksonville
Beginning in 1919, Theatre Jacksonville is one of, if not the longest running community theaters in Jacksonville. Together with performances, the theatre offers acting and theatre classes for every age and interests. Past performances have included The Tempest, Hamlet, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, An Inspector Calls, Over the Brook and Through the Woods, Seussical, Hi Dolly and more.
Performers and artists concerned in Theatre Jacksonville are volunteers with a high level of expertise and data that put their hearts and time into the quality performances at the theatre. Theatre Jacksonville can accommodate a good sized audience, but is an ideal sized fit for a theatre experience that involves more close contact than a bigger, more high visibility locale.
Jacksonville Theatre Guild
Offering productions the whole family can enjoy, the Jacksonville Theatre Guild performs out of the Studio Theatre with comedies, musicals and fanciful feel really good theatre. Past and current productions include Lend Me a Tenor and quirky offerings like "Drac's Back", centered on the way in which the night unfolds when students on a field trip take sanctuary from a thunderstorm in the castle of Dexter Drackman, who is actually Dracula in disguise.
Jacoby Symphony Hall at Times Union Performing Arts Center
Found at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Humanities, Jacoby Symphony Hall is among the few concert halls in the nation dedicated only to a symphony orchestra, the Jackson Symphony Orchestra. The Hall's capacity seats 1,800 guests and was designed by globally acclaimed acousticians Kirkegaard & Associates and KBJ Architects and Rothman, Rothman & Heineman architects.
Metropolitan Park
An out of doors location with a canopied 2,400 square foot stage, Metropolitan Park plays host to several events and out of doors concerts including the Spring Music Festival, World of Nations Party and annual Jacksonville Jazz Festival. Past performers have included James Taylor, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Jackson Brown and the Beach Boys. Events at the concerthall at Metropolitan Park offer a fantastic experience along the St. John's stream with covered picnic shelters, children's play area, a 27-acre park and event related facilities to make any visit notable.
UNF Fine Arts Center.
Made up of The Exhibition Hall, the Lazzara Performance Hall, and the Andrew A. Robinson Jr. Theater, the UNF Fine Arts Center serves both the College and Jacksonville residents. UNF places host a mix of entertainers, musicians and performances as well as offering lectures, training seminars, receptions, social events and workshops. Recent performances at UNF have included Chamber Music, Flute Day, piano recitals and jazz like the Ravi Coltrane Quartet. "Movies on the House" offers more non-traditional films every other Thursday at 7pm on a large screen at the Robinson Theater, with complimentary popcorn and prizes. The purpose of "Movies on the House", known around campus as MOTH, is to screen films spectators and fans wouldn't routinely be well placed to see on the big-screen, and to foster an environment of community within the audience.
Freebird Live
Well known commonly as a Jacksonville spot for live music, the Freebird Cafe books both nationally known artists as well as area and local music, making it the perfect spot to see what music in Jacksonville is really like. Freebird Live's performance space accommodates 700 guests standing room only , and offers perspectives from the floor and a railed balcony that overlooks the stage.
The location has an exterior smoking balcony and two full bars with a upper level balcony area for 21+ visitors; other areas are appointed as all ages. Freebird Live showcases typically rock artists, like up to date performers Anberlin, Diplo and Attack Attack! Right across the Sea Walk Pavilion you will find the Freebird Live.
About the Author:
Jonas Fredrickson has had an interest in hot spots in Jacksonville for many years. He has written op-eds and editorial pieces about attractions in Jacksonville for many online publications. For the details about concert halls in Jacksonville please click here and visit his site.
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