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About 18th Street Union
Welcome to 18th Street Union, now operating as Seattle Open Arts Place (S.O.A.P.). Located at 1406 18th Avenue in Seattle’s vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood, this intimate performance space offers a focused, up-close experience for portable works, exhibitions, and intimate productions. With a capacity of 49, the venue provides fixed seating and fixed/raked seating options to suit a variety of performances. Whether you’re catching a Bandit Theater show like Tumbleweeds or First Date, or exploring a rotating program of arts and performances, you’ll find a welcoming space designed for connection and immersion.
Accessibility and logistics: 18th Street Union is easily reachable via public transit, with King County Metro buses and the RapidRide G Line on Madison, plus main north-south routes along 23rd Ave. Free street parking is available nearby. For visitors driving in, plan a little extra time during peak hours, especially on show nights.
Nearby hotels and dining: When you’re visiting Seattle for a performance, consider staying within easy reach of the venue. Nearby options include the Silver Cloud Hotel Seattle Broadway (1100 Broadway), Hotel Sorrento (900 Madison St), and Ace Hotel Seattle (2423 1st Ave). We’ve highlighted partner recommendations for hotels and local restaurants to help you secure convenient stays and great post-show meals.
Why choose 18th Street Union: An intimate space with a curated slate of portable works and exhibitions, 18th Street Union offers a personal viewing/performing experience, perfect for audiences who value connection with performers and a focused program in a compact, comfortable setting. We’ve got you covered for accessible seating options and easy logistics so you can focus on the show.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Current name: Seattle Open Arts Place (S.O.A.P.).
- Address: 1406 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122.
- Capacity: 49 persons (max occupancy).
- Venue type: intimate performance/arts space for portable works and exhibitions.
- Seating: fixed seating and/or fixed/raked seating options.
- Parking: Free street parking nearby.
- Transit: Served by King County Metro buses; RapidRide G Line on Madison; primary north-south routes on 23rd Ave.
- Nearby hotels: Silver Cloud Hotel Seattle Broadway (1100 Broadway); Hotel Sorrento (900 Madison St); Ace Hotel Seattle (2423 1st Ave).
- Notable events hosted: Bandit Theater performances such as Tumbleweeds and First Date (Dec 2025).
- Renamed/transition: Seattle Open Arts Place replacing 18th & Union in January 2025.