About Turner Sims
A venue that welcomes all for the joy of music!
Turner Sims is the University of Southampton‘s music venue, with big ambitions to build an inclusive world through the joy of live music.
Opened at Highfield campus in 1974, the venue plays an influential role in Southampton and the region’s cultural scene. Audiences travel miles to experience music legends and rising stars in our ‘brilliant acoustics’ and ‘varied and imaginative programme‘ (Audience survey response).
Turner Sims is a friendly, welcoming and vibrant centre for performance.
A world of music shared
We believe music is at its most joyful when shared with others. In our venue and beyond, we create space for people to experience live music together.
Students, emerging artists and renowned musicians share our stage. By day, University of Southampton’s music department nurture young musicians. On weekends and evenings, we welcome you to discover inspiring music – old and new.
From classical and jazz to folk and global music, we present remarkable musicians who share our passion for inclusion. Wherever you meet us, we hope you’ll find a space where you feel you belong.
