John Legend

John Legend: A Night of Songs and Stories With the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra

8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 • The Muny

The Muny, in collaboration with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, revives a beloved tradition in 2024 by presenting its first live concert in more than 30 years — a one-night-only show starring Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winner John Legend. 

The Muny presents John Legend: A Night of Songs and Stories With the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra at 8 p.m. Sept. 7. The concert on the iconic James S. McDonnell Stage will be Legend’s first performance with the world-class SLSO. 

The once-in-a-lifetime performance will feature intimate reimaginings of Legend’s greatest hits (“All of Me,” “Ordinary People,” “Tonight”), unexpected stories from his life and career, and selections from his most recent release, LEGEND (“Nervous,” “Wonder Woman”). 

Tickets are $75-$300 and go on sale at 9 a.m. CT May 20 at metrotix.com. Muny and SLSO subscribers can access an exclusive presale that runs from 9 a.m. May 17 to 9 p.m. May 19 CT. MetroTix is the only authorized vendor of Muny tickets.

About the Free Seats

The Muny has partnered with the Lucky Seat platform to distribute tickets for nearly 1,500 free seats via a random digital drawing. This is the only way free seats will be made available for this event, and registration for the free seats has ended. Tickets will be delivered to recipients on Sept. 6.

John Legend FAQs

For this special concert event, some policies and procedures will differ from the usual Muny experience. Here’s what you need to know.

+ Is this event included in a Muny subscription?

No, John Legend: A Night of Songs and Stories With the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra is not part of the 106th Muny season of Broadway musicals. Muny season ticket holders who wish to attend must purchase a separate ticket for this event.

+ What about the Muny “free seats”?

The Muny has partnered with the Lucky Seat platform to distribute tickets via a random digital drawing. For this special event, tickets for the free seats are available only through this online drawing, and the registration period has ended. Tickets will be delivered to recipients on Sept. 6.

There will be no walk-up access to the free seats for this event.

+ Where is parking available? 

Free parking is available in the Upper Muny Lot, Lower Muny Lot, Visitor Center Lot and on the streets surrounding The Muny. If you’re arriving via rideshare, the drop-off/pickup location is at Pagoda Circle and Theatre Drive, on the eastern edge of the Muny campus.

All parking lots at The Muny include accessible parking. These reserved spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis and require a state-issued hang tag or license plate. If there are no accessible spaces available, the lower lot may be used as a pickup and drop-off point for passengers who require assistance.

+ What time does the venue open?

Campus gates will open at 6 p.m., and the theatre opens at 7 p.m.

A valid ticket is required for entry through the security checkpoints at Steward Family Plaza (east), Purina Plaza (west) and Lichtenstein Plaza (upper).

Starting at 6 p.m., join us for live entertainment on Steward Family Plaza (Nikki Glenn Group), Purina Plaza (Matthew Henry’s Agbara Soul) and Lichtenstein Plaza (Clarion Brass).

+ When is showtime?

John Legend: A Night of Songs and Stories With the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra begins at 8 p.m. There is no opening act.

Starting at 6 p.m., join us for live preshow entertainment on Steward Family Plaza (Nikki Glenn Group), Purina Plaza (Matthew Henry’s Agbara Soul) and Lichtenstein Plaza (Clarion Brass).

+ What is the concert run time?

The show is estimated to run 2:35, including a 25-minute intermission.

+ Are there metal detectors at the gates?

Our metal detection scanners allow a continuous stream of patrons to pass through security checkpoints without the delays typically associated with handheld wands. Bags, purses and coolers are subject to inspection.

A valid ticket is required for entry onto the Muny campus.

+ What items are prohibited?

Audio and/or visual recording equipment; professional-grade cameras and all video recorders; iPads or tablets; glass or cans; cans of spray paint or hairspray; weapons; fireworks; banners or flags; bootleg merchandise; pets; lawn chairs; hard-sided coolers; and outside alcohol are prohibited at The Muny for this event.

Bags, purses and coolers are subject to inspection.

+ What will seating be like?

The Muny has nearly 11,000 flip-down, stadium-style seats. A ticket is required for each guest, even for the free seats. Wheelchair-accessible seating is available at each price level.

+ Will there be an opening act?

No, this show will only feature John Legend and the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.

+ Will food and drinks be available?

Yes, our concession stands along the east and west pergolas and on the upper plaza will be open. Available options include wine, beer, soft drinks, ice cream, popcorn, pretzels and other favorite Muny items. The Culver Pavilion, our on-campus restaurant, will not be open for this event.

+ Will the Culver Pavilion be open for preshow dining?

The Culver Pavilion, our on-campus restaurant, will not be open for this special event.

+ Is outside food allowed?

We invite you to picnic on the Muny grounds before the show, but no hard-sided coolers, outside alcohol, aluminum cans or lawn chairs may brought onto campus. No outside food may be brought into the theatre.

+ What payment options are accepted at the show?

All transactions at The Muny are cashless. We accept payment only by credit, debit or Muny gift card.

+ What accessibility services will be offered?

Wheelchair assistance will be available from accessible parking areas.

This performance will include American Sign Language interpreters.

Assistive listening system devices will be available at no charge. Devices are located at select concession stands and at the souvenir stand located near Café One, on the lower east side of the theatre.

+ What is the rain/cancellation policy?

This is a one-night-only event. In the event of a cancellation due to weather or other circumstances, The Muny and the artist will work to reschedule at a later date. Ticket buyers will be notified, and refunds will be issued at point of purchase.

+ Is smoking allowed?

Smoking of any kind is prohibited in the theatre auditorium, ramps, pavilions, concessions, restrooms or gathering areas (including, but not limited to, all cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vaping and marijuana in any form for any purpose).