Officially it is known as the Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center. Locals simply call it "The Ned," and know it is the place to go to see the finest musical and stage acts available in an intimate, high-technology equipped performing arts theatre.

Advanced technology provides a facility that is of the highest quality with a staging area of over 2,200 square feet, an orchestra pit capable of seating large instrumental ensembles, and an advanced pulley system allowing any type stage production. Special lighting for the theatre can be created and a superior sound system backs performers with absolutely perfect acoustics. View seating chart.

Other facilities include nicely appointed restrooms, a box office and adjacent off-street parking is available.

In addition to a 444-seat, state-of-the-art performing arts theatre, the Cultural Center houses an art gallery in the lobby for traveling and local exhibits. Gallery space is available for receptions, weddings, seminars, meetings, and dinners.

Live shows have featured a wide variety of musical and stage stars, including Kathy Mattea, Nickel Creek, Don McLean, Leon Russell, Marc Cohn, Jim Brickman, "Riverdance" virtuoso Eileen Ivers, Jim Brickman, Hal Holbrook, and Jennifer O'Neill.

Location

The Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center is located in downtown Jackson at 314 East Main Street. It is located within 5 miles of most of the city's major retail, restaurant and hotel facilities.

Contact

For rental information please contact: Pat Alford, Building Manager at 731-425-8396 or Diann P. Robinson, Administrative Specialist at 731-425-8397.

For more information about the Ned, call (731) 425-8395 or email thened@cityofjackson.net