27 Jun 2025

The Sovereign Gets its Stage

Set to open in September 2025, The Sovereign is St. Louis’ newest independent concert venue, created in partnership with and operated by Old Rock House. The 1,200-capacity venue created in a fully renovated historic building on Washington Avenue, will make its debut as one of the three main stages for MATI 2025. The Sovereign’s 40′ x 32′ stage is currently being built—its wood framing now in place and ready for poured concrete. 

Two dedicated backstage green rooms with bathrooms/showers will provide a highly accommodating space for performers and a hospitality suite will host meet and greets and other VIP events. 

“My singular goal with The Sovereign is to embody the independent spirit of musical artists through a physical venue. This place has been an absolute labor of love and I am thrilled to finally introduce it to the great music community in St. Louis,” says Managing Partner Tim Weber.

Beyond MATI, The Sovereign already has several shows lined up on its calendar for the fall including:

  • The Damned on September 16 
  • Gary Numan on October 3
  • The Reverend Horton Heat on October 18 
  • Josh Ritter on November 6 

Visit oldrockhouse.com/the-sovereign for ticket info and regular updates.