North Carolina Symphony — Attraction in Raleigh

This was my first time visiting. A date came in to town and wanted to check it out. We came to see Stravinsky and were welcomed with more than just his work. In addition to the beautiful arrangements we were greeted with staff who treated us with the upmost respect.

At will call, they looked us up and then asked if we wanted a free upgrade since a patron gave up two tickets to see the front row on the balcony. We got drinks and enjoyed the night. Parking was easy and affordable ($10) for that whole night. Traffic wasn't all that bad either getting to nor leaving from the theatre.

I would recommend for a...

The symphony was great, but the parking situation and usher decisions a nightmare. Had to park a few blocks away because the garage was full an hour before the performance. $40 for a cruddy unguarded spot that fined me $10 more for messing up my license plate number by a letter. Then the ushers wouldn't let us go sit in our seats early while some other event was going on outside. So of course everyone was late getting seated. I just wanted to rest and prepare for the calm music, but instead the whole situation prior evoked rushing and...

Very much enjoyed the performance. My eldest son, the Bassoonist also enjoyed his first symphony experience. Of note, sitting under the rear balcony has acoustic drawbacks, all-in-all...