Your guide to Jemison Hall at Alys Stephens Center.
Address
Alys Stephens Center
1200 10th Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35205
Drop-Off
Two drop-off points are available for your convenience — one at the upper-level entrance and one at the lower-level entrance. Both are accessible and staffed on concert evenings.
Upper Level Lower Level
Parking
The best parking information can be found on the Alys Stephens Center website here.
Before you buy — or just to get your bearings — a full view of Jemison Hall's seating layout.
Arrival
Doors to Alys Stephens Center open one hour before each performance. Doors into Jemison Hall open 30 minutes before the performance begins. We recommend arriving early — it gives you time to find parking, visit the bar, and settle in without rushing.
Latecomers
If you arrive after the performance has begun, no worries — you will be seated at the next appropriate pause. Out of respect for the musicians and your fellow audience members, seating takes place between pieces rather than between movements. House staff will guide you to your seat at the right moment. We recommend arriving early to settle in comfortably before the music begins.
Phones & Photography
We ask that all phones be silenced before the performance begins. Video recording is strictly prohibited.
Conductor's Comments
Free with every Masterworks ticket - Conductor's Comments is a short talk with the conductor of the evening's concert, giving insight into the pieces you're about to experience. Join us at 6:15pm (before each show) in the Reynolds-Kirschbaum Recital Hall - located in the upper lobby.
Beverages are welcome in Jemison Hall with one simple guideline: drinks must be in the official Alys Stephens Center cup, available at the bar for $10. The good news — your cup is yours to keep. Bring it back to any future performance, and you'll only pay for your refill.
Sealed, commercially bottled water is also permitted in the hall. Outside food and drinks other than bottled water are not allowed.
The bar is located in the lower lobby and opens at 6pm on performance nights.
Come as you are. On any given concert evening at Jemison Hall, see everything from jeans to black tie — and everyone fits right in. There is no dress code, and no one will feel out of place, however they choose to dress. What matters is that you are here.
Jemison Hall is fully ADA-compliant, and the house staff is trained to assist with any need — before, during, or after the performance.
Seating Accommodations
If your ticketed seat doesn't meet your accessibility needs when you arrive, our staff will be happy to find you a more suitable location. Just speak with any house staff member when you enter the hall.
Service Animals
Service animals are welcome at all performances. If your ticketed seat is not on an aisle, we will reseat you to ensure your service animal is comfortably accommodated. Please feel free to notify the box office in advance, or simply let our staff know when you arrive.
Sensory Support
Sensory bags and a sensory room are available for guests who may benefit from them. Our house staff can direct you to both.
Questions or Advance Requests
We're glad to help you plan ahead. Contact us at 205.314.6909 before your visit and a member of our team will make sure everything is in order for your evening.
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Questions? Our box office is here to help.
205 975 2787 Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
On performance days, the box office opens three (3) hours before show time.