The Jefferson is hallowed and stands In the center of Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall. A former movie palace and now a premier music venue with max capacity of 800 people and easily-accessible bar service, this venue is perfect for embracing live music. Standing-room only concerts routinely rock the house. The list of musical stars who have performed here — past, present and future — is too numerous to count. Make no mistake, on any give night The Jefferson can throw down an awesome experience.