Neptune

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A historic 1921 theater in Seattle's University District with a nautical theme, originally built as a silent film palace and now operated by Seattle Theatre Group as a performing arts and live music venue.

Historic note: Originally opened November 16, 1921 as the U-Neptune Theatre, a silent film palace designed by architect Henderson Ryan with a nautical theme inspired by King Neptune. Featured taupe and blue decor, sea scene murals, and Neptune-head wall sconces. Screened X-rated movies in the 1970s, then repertory and indie cinema in the 1980s-1990s, including a record-setting 14-year run of weekly midnight Rocky Horror Picture Show screenings. Closed for a $720,000 renovation in January 2011, reopened September 25, 2011 as a performing arts and music venue. The renovation saved the building from demolition for the adjacent U District Link light rail station. Designated a Seattle landmark in 2014.

Capacity

Standing(?) 1,000

Seated(?) 736

Reduced to 736 seated after 2011 renovation; up to 1,000 for standing events

Facilities

Stage(?) Yes

Parking No dedicated parking lot. Several pay lots nearby and metered street parking available (free after 8PM and on Sundays).

Accessible(?) Wheelchair accessible seats on main floor. Sennheiser listening devices available free of charge on first-come-first-served basis. No elevators in building. Contact accessibility@stgpresents.org or 206-682-1414 press 5 for assistance.

Rental Policies

Rental Range —

Alcohol(?) In-house

Contact rentals@stgpresents.org for rate inquiries

Contact

Website www.stgpresents.org/stg-venues/neptune-theatre/

Phone (206) 682-1414