Playhouse Theatre, Seattle

Name: Playhouse Theatre
Address: 4108 University Way NE, Seattle, 98105, United States
Telephone: +1 206-632-5688

#271 among attractions in Seattle

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Facts and practical information

The Playhouse Theatre is a theater located at 4045 University Way NE on The Ave in the University District, Seattle, Washington. It was converted from a tile warehouse in 1930 by Burton and Florence James, who set up the Seattle Repertory Playhouse with multi-ethnic performers and audiences. ()

Coordinates: 47°39'25"N, 122°18'50"W

Address

4108 University Way NENortheast Seattle (University District)Seattle 98105 United States

Contact

+1 206-632-5688

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Playhouse Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Burke Museum, Broken Obelisk, Henry Art Gallery, Fritz Hedges Waterway Park.

~1510 ftNE
Museum with regional artifacts
Burke Museum, Seattle
8 min walk • The Burke Museum, nestled in the vibrant city of Seattle, United States, stands as a beacon of natural history and cultural heritage. This preeminent institution, located on the University of Washington campus, is a hub for enthusiasts eager to delve into the rich...
~1260 ftE
Monuments and statues
Broken Obelisk, Seattle
7 min walk • In the heart of Seattle, Washington, stands the evocative sculpture known as the Broken Obelisk. This poignant work of art graces the grounds of the University of Washington, offering both a visual spectacle and a subject for contemplation to students, faculty,...
~550 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Henry Art Gallery, Seattle
3 min walk • The Henry Art Gallery, located in the vibrant city of Seattle, United States, is a beacon of contemporary art and culture. Founded in 1927, the museum serves as a dynamic center for the visual arts in the Pacific Northwest.
~1840 ftS
Park
Fritz Hedges Waterway Park, Seattle
9 min walk • Fritz Hedges Waterway Park, also known as Portage Bay Park, is a 3.5-acre park on the north shore of Portage Bay in the neighborhood of University District of Seattle, Washington. The park includes a beach, pier, and a canoe and kayak launch.
0.5 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Park
Sylvan Grove Theater and Columns, Seattle
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~1060 ftE
Square
Red Square, Seattle
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0.4 miSW
Bridge
University Bridge, Seattle
10 min walk • The University Bridge is a double-leaf bascule bridge in Seattle, Washington that carries Eastlake Avenue traffic over Portage Bay between Eastlake to the south and the University District to the north.
~1280 ftN
Square, Modernist architecture
UW Tower, Seattle
7 min walk • The UW Tower is a high-rise office building complex located in the University District of Seattle, Washington, United States. It was completed in 1975 and serves as the head offices of the University of Washington. The 22-story tower was designed by NBBJ.
0.4 miSW
Park
North Passage Point Park, Seattle
11 min walk • North Passage Point Park is a 0.8 acre park located in the Northlake neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, directly underneath the Ship Canal Bridge on the north side of the Lake Union/Portage Bay shoreline. It was dedicated in 1977.
~1490 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue
Neptune Theatre, Seattle
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0.5 miN
Nightlife, Cinema
Grand Illusion Cinema, Seattle
14 min walk • The Grand Illusion Cinema is the longest running independent cinema in the city of Seattle, Washington, and has become a landmark of the film community.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Playhouse Theatre open?

Playhouse Theatre is open:

Monday 10:30 am - 9 pm
Tuesday 10:30 am - 9 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am - 9 pm
Thursday 10:30 am - 9 pm
Friday 10:30 am - 9 pm
Saturday 10:30 am - 9 pm
Sunday 10:30 am - 9 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Playhouse Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Henry Art Gallery, Seattle (3 min walk), Meany Hall for the Performing Arts, Seattle (5 min walk), Odegaard Undergraduate Library, Seattle (5 min walk), Red Square, Seattle (6 min walk).

How to get to Playhouse Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Playhouse Theatre:

Bus

Brooklyn Ave NE & NE Campus Pkwy • Lines: 65, 67 (1 min walk)
University Way NE & NE 41st St • Lines: 20, 45, 73, 75, 79 (1 min walk)

Trolleybus

15th Ave NE & NE 42nd St • Lines: 43, 44, 49, 70 (4 min walk)

Light rail

U District • Lines: 1 (7 min walk)
University of Washington • Lines: 1 (18 min walk)