The Tennessee Theatre highly recommends that customers purchase tickets directly through one of the following sources:
Online: Click Get Tickets above to access online ticketing for all shows that are currently on sale through Ticketmaster. Additionally, each show listing on this website includes direct ticketing links.
Tennessee Theatre Box Office: 865.684.1200, option 2. You may also visit us in person Monday through Friday from 10am to 3pm. Our daytime ticket office is located at 224 Clinch Ave., on the side of the theatre. On all performance days, the Gay Street Box Office will open at least one hour prior to the performance’s scheduled start time and will remain open through intermission unless otherwise stated.
Ticketmaster: 800.745.3000 available Monday through Saturday from 9am to 6pm and Sunday from 12pm to 6pm (Ticket Sales available via automation: 24/7), or online at ticketmaster.com.
Tickets for the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, Knoxville Opera, or UT Cultural Attractions Committee events held at the Tennessee Theatre can be purchased online at Knoxville Tickets, by phone at 865.656.4444 or 877.995.9961 (available Monday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm). or at one of their walk-up outlets.
Purchasing tickets anywhere outside of these sources does not guarantee the customer that the tickets they have purchased are legitimate.
When purchasing tickets in-person at the Box Office, you will be given physical tickets.
If you purchase by phone or online, you will be given several delivery options. When time allows, tickets may be delivered via U.S.P.S. If you prefer, or if the performance date is near, your tickets will be held in Will Call for pickup at the Box Office the day of the show. See below for more information on Will Call ticketing.
The Will Call window is located at the Gay Street Box Office (front entrance of the Theatre). Will Call generally opens one hour prior to the performance unless otherwise stated. In order to pick up tickets at Will Call, you will need to present a valid photo ID (driver’s license or passport) along with the credit card used to purchase the tickets. The Box Office staff will not release tickets if the name on the ID or credit card does not match the name given at the time of purchase. Because lines at the Box Office and Will Call window can be long, it is a good idea to arrive at the Box Office at least 45 minutes prior to the performance.
Gift cards can only be redeemed for tickets through the Tennessee Theatre. Gift cards may not be redeemed through Ticketmaster and cannot be used for gift shop items or concessions at the Tennessee Theatre. No portion of the card is redeemable for cash, and lost or stolen certificates are non-refundable. Call 865.684.1200, option 2, or visit the Tennessee Theatre Box Office for more details or to purchase gift cards.
All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges unless otherwise noted. In the event that a performance cancels or postpones, the Tennessee Theatre Box Office staff will notify you as to the options that are available.
Ticket fees are charged in addition to the advertised tickets price and will vary depending on the purchase method. Ticket fees cover the costs of operating a box office, including staffing, software licensing, and shipping and handling.
All attendees, regardless of age, are required to hold a ticket. This applies to children who may sit on a adult's lap for the majority or entirety of a performance. For questions, please contact the Box Office.
All ticket sales are final. There are no refunds, exchanges, or retroactive discounts. Third-party will call is not permissible.
Lost tickets may be reprinted on the night of show at the Box Office. Please present a photo ID and the credit card used to purchase the tickets to the Box Office. Lost tickets purchased through a ticket broker or unauthorized third party cannot be reprinted.
The Tennessee Theatre reserves the right to revoke tickets sold to a ticket broker or unauthorized third party. If you are holding a revoked ticket, you will not be admitted and will not receive a refund.
Performance times and Broadway cast members are beyond our control and are subject to change without advance notification.
Performances are rarely canceled and refunds are not provided due to weather conditions.
Cameras, camera phones, audio, video and digital recorders, and cell phones may not be permitted for use or even to be brought into the theatres based on the artists' policies. Guests using prohibited items may be ejected without refund.
Each individual show’s producer or artist determines the seating policy for late arriving guests. In some instances, if you arrive after the show begins, you may be asked to wait until there is a natural break in the act before going to your seat.
For guests with disabilities, please call the Tennessee Theatre Box Office 865.684.1200 option 2 during regular business hours for accessible or special needs seating. For more information about special needs seating, please visit Special Needs and Accessibility.
Buy your tickets only from Ticketmaster or the Tennessee Theatre Ticket Box Office on Clinch Ave, or Knoxville Tickets for some shows such as Knoxville Opera or Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. When you buy from a broker:
We cannot be responsible for tickets purchased through unauthorized third parties.
Your tickets cannot be replaced if lost or stolen.
We cannot guarantee that your tickets are valid and cannot guarantee admittance.
You will always pay more than face value.
We cannot contact you with information regarding time changes, show cancellations, road closures, or other information.
We reserve the right to revoke tickets sold to a broker or unauthorized third party. If you are holding a revoked ticket, you will not be admitted and will not receive a refund.
The Tennessee Theatre has two Box Office locations – on Clinch Ave. along the side of the Theatre and on Gay Street in the front of the Theatre.
The Clinch Ave. Box Office is marked with a “Tennessee Theatre Ticket Office” sign directly above the entrance. The Clinch Ave. Box Office is open weekdays from 10am to 3pm. The Box Office is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
The Gay Street Box Office is located to the right of the front entrance of the Theatre. The standalone ticket booth in front of the theatre is only used for display purposes only. The Gay Street Box Office is open on performance days only beginning at least one hour prior to the start of the performance.
The Box Office can be reached by phone during business hours at 865.684.1200 (menu option 2).
On this site, you can purchase tickets by choosing the event you wish to attend under Event Calendar and clicking on the gold Get Tickets button. Tickets may also be purchased online at ticketmaster.com or knoxvilletickets.com (for certain shows only). You may also purchase tickets by calling the Tennessee Theatre Box Office at 865.684.1200, option 2, during normal business hours: Monday through Friday from 10am to 3pm. During events, the Gay Street Box Office opens one hour prior to showtime. To ensure that your tickets are valid and that you are only paying face value, please purchase directly from Ticketmaster, Knoxville Tickets, or the Tennessee Theatre Box Office. We highly advise against purchasing from a ticket broker or unauthorized third party.
Yes. Seats in the Right sections of the Orchestra and Balcony Levels are even-numbered seats. Seats on the Left sections of the Orchestra and Balcony Levels are odd-numbered seats. Seats in the Center section of the Orchestra Level are consecutively numbered starting with 101.
Yes, you should receive a confirmation via e-mail almost immediately after your purchase is made. It is also a good idea to print the confirmation page displayed once your order is complete. This confirmation page will have all of your information if for some reason you do not receive an e-mail or if there is an issue with your order.
We believe the arts provide an open door for difficult conversations by exploring topics and themes that affect the human condition and social norms. We hope these subjects encourage thought and conversation to allow us to recognize and acknowledge these issues through awareness, empathy, understanding, and compassion. Unlike movies, live entertainment such as comedy or Broadway productions do not have a standard content rating system. Sometimes the content of a live event could be considered inappropriate or otherwise unsuitable for children under 18. In fact, some content can be challenging or offensive to people of any age. Many resources exist online to provide more information about shows and events, and this information may help you make your own decision as to whether you would enjoy the performance. As personal tastes vary widely, we strongly advise that you conduct your own research before you purchase tickets to any Tennessee Theatre event. All ticket sales are final.
While most of our shows are appropriate for all ages, we do have some concerts that have strict age requirements (18 and older). Please contact the Tennessee Theatre Box Office to ask if there are any age restrictions or adult nature to the performance that you want to attend. Most children over the age of 4 can enjoy a two-hour performance while remaining happy and quietly seated. However, you know your child’s nature the best. All attendees, regardless of age, are required to hold a ticket. This applies to children who may sit on a adult's lap for the majority or entirety of a performance. For questions, please contact the Box Office.
Yes. Please call the Tennessee Theatre Box Office at 865.684.1200 ext. 2 during regular business hours for accessible or special needs seating. For more information about special needs seating, please click here.
All seats are available online. Our ticketing provider is designed to sell tickets beginning with the most desirable location within the seating section that you select. You may also select specific seats for all reserved seating events via the interactive seat map. All seating is subject to availability.
The Will Call window is located at the Gay Street Box Office (front entrance of the Theatre). Will Call generally opens one hour prior to the performance unless otherwise noted. In order to pick up tickets at Will Call, you will need to present a valid photo ID (driver’s license or passport) along with the credit card used to purchase the tickets. The Box Office Staff will not release tickets if the name on the ID or credit card does not match the name given at the time of purchase. If you are purchasing tickets for someone else to pick up, please make sure to add their name to the order at the time of the purchase to ensure that there is no confusion when they arrive to pick up the tickets.
We suggest that you try to get there at least one half-hour before the performance. Arriving early will give you time to get to your seat, get a beverage or snack, and enjoy the overall ambiance of the beautiful Theatre. Traffic and parking can be unpredictable, so plan to arrive early.
Our Box Office is generally open through intermission. If the Box Office has already closed for the evening, Will Call tickets will be left with the ushers at the main door.
You can access your Ticketmaster account at tennesseetheatre.com/account.