Advisories, Accessibility & FAQ

Seattle Public Theater Accessibility

While our building at Seattle Public Theater follows current ADA regulations, it may have varying levels of accessibility for patrons. To reserve accessible seating or find out specific details, please do one of the following: 

Please note that at this time we have a minimal box office staff and we appreciate your patience in our returning phone calls and emails.

Parking

There is an accessible paved pathway from the parking lot at Green Lake where disabled parking spots are readily available near the entrance of the path.

Should you require more direct access to our front door, please contact us prior to your visit. In special cases we can arrange for a patron to be dropped off at our front door. 

Please Note: This option requires permission from the SPT Box Office, special directions on how to drive onto the path at Green Lake to our front entrance and a special pass. This option must be arranged with the Box Office with a minimum of 48 hours prior to your visit. 

Public Transportation

 The theater is easily accessible from the E line at Aurora and 76th, Or the E line at Wallingford and East Green Lake.

Entrances

All our entrances to Seattle Public Theater are ADA accessible. We have two ways of entering for audience seating: a mobility aid-friendly entrance on the right side of our lobby and a set of five stairs on the left of our lobby.

Seating

Seattle Public Theater has several selected seats that are removable and provide room for alternate seating options. Our current seats are standard size, which measures 16¾" wide and 17" deep.

The new front row of accessible seating have seats 30" across and 17" deep, and 22" across and 17" deep. If you have other accessibility needs, please email boxoffice@seattlepublictheater.org with at least 48 hours notice, and we will try to provide the most comfortable option possible. We can store any mobility devices necessary for patrons during the show and our ushers will bring them to a patron upon completion of the production.

Hearing Assistance

Currently, our theater does not have a hearing assistance system. However, this remains a high priority for us, and we hope to install and provide this system by the 2024-2025 season. Please check back here for any updates. Currently, we have a limited number of scripts to borrow from the box office to use as needed. If you would like to use one, please ask the box office when you arrive. 

FAQ

  • We are located on the north shore of Green Lake in Seattle. You can access the theater through the north parking lot (towards Aurora). There is a path with light pole banners leading the way!

    Our physical and mailing address is: 7312 West Green Lake Dr N, Seattle, WA 98103

  • There is a free parking lot adjacent to the theater as well as free street parking. There is a short path from the parking lot to the front of the theater.

    Handicap parking is available towards the start of the path.

  • Content warnings (or advisories) are provided to let you know about potentially triggering content that will be happening on stage. You will find advisories for each show listed in the details of each show in the Current Season lineup. They will also be displayed in the lobby.

  • Run time is approximately how long the show will run. You can find this information on the ticket page of the show you are attending. It will also be displayed in the lobby & in the program.

  • Our lobby opens one hour prior to the show. You can enjoy a drink from our bar, cookies sponsored by Midnight Cookies, and our outdoor Beer Garden space before the show!

  • All single tickets and subscriptions are final sale and non-refundable. Exchanges are possible depending on availability during the current season but cannot be guaranteed.

  • If we have to cancel a performance, you will be notified via email and given the option to exchange your ticket, get a refund, or donate the cost of your ticket.

  • Center Section (minus front row) and Side Sections: 16¾" wide, and 17" deep.

    The new front row of accessible seating have seats 30" across and 17" deep, and 22" across and 17" deep.

  • Seattle Public Theater is currently not requiring masks, but encouraging patrons to do what makes them feel comfortable. Please refrain from spreading any kind of illness. If you are feeling sick, please contact the box office and see if you can exchange tickets.

  • Yes, we do! One on either side of the bar for most performances, or one bar house right, and a pay-what-you-can hot bar to the left. In fact, when the weather is nice we also have a beer garden!

  • Wheelchair seats and companion seats are available for every show. in the front row. a ramp into the theater can be found on the right side of the theater for access to those seats. They are marked on the ticket map when you are choosing seats.

    Learn more about our accessibility options.

  • Our "Plan My Visit" Guide is coming soon! Including parking recommendations, concessions information, local recommendations and more!

  • We offer group rates at 10% off per ticket for groups of 10 or more. Please contact boxoffice@seattlepublictheater.org for more information.

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