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About A Contemporary Theater

Located in the heart of downtown Seattle at 700 Union Street in Kreielsheimer Place (the Eagles Auditorium Building), A Contemporary Theater (ACT) is a multi-space venue dedicated to contemporary works. With five performance spaces and flexible configurations, ACT hosts world premieres, new plays, and innovative productions. The venue’s main spaces—the Allen Theatre and Falls Theatre—offer intimate to mid-sized experiences, while smaller spaces like Bullitt Cabaret, Poncho Lobby, Eulalie Space, and Buster’s Space provide versatile options for varied performances. ACT’s 2025/26 seating maps organize seating into PRIME and STANDARD zones to help you find the best view for your show.

Plan ahead with convenient LAZ Parking options, including prepaid passes for the 6th Avenue Garage (1301 6th Ave) or Union Square Garage, and digital passes for easy entry. ACT sits about three blocks from the Westlake Center Link Light Rail station, with central downtown bus routes nearby for easy access. After the performance, explore downtown Seattle’s hotels and dining near ACT—from the classic Sheraton Grand Seattle and Grand Hyatt Seattle to modern stays at Motif Seattle or the Paramount Hotel. Whether you’re in town for a world premiere or a contemporary staple, ACT has you covered with reliable, straightforward ticketing and venue details. Secure your seats with the friend-you-can-trust in the business and experience Seattle’s vibrant arts scene at ACT.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: ACT is at 700 Union Street, Seattle, WA 98101, in Kreielsheimer Place (the Eagles Auditorium Building).
  • Venue type: downtown multi-space performing arts venue dedicated to contemporary works, with five main performance spaces and flexible configurations.
  • Main seating capacities: Allen Theatre seats 435; Falls Theatre seats 409.
  • Other spaces: Bullitt Cabaret up to 200; Poncho Lobby up to 100 standing (70 seated); Eulalie Space up to 60 seated (90 standing depending on setup); Buster’s Space up to 120 standing.
  • Seating maps: 2025/26 season seat maps available; seating zones labeled PRIME and STANDARD across spaces.
  • Parking: LAZ Parking partners; pre-paid options for 6th Avenue Garage (1301 6th Ave) or Union Square Garage; digital passes accepted.
  • Transit: about three blocks from Westlake Center Link Light Rail station; central downtown bus routes nearby.
  • Nearby hotels: multiple downtown options within easy walking distance (e.g., Sheraton Grand Seattle, Hilton Seattle, Motif Seattle, Grand Hyatt Seattle, Paramount Hotel, Westin Seattle, etc.).
  • Notable events: world premieres and notable productions include Becky’s New Car (premiered at ACT in 2008), The Lehman Trilogy (April 2024 run), Golden (world premiere around 2025), and Bach at Leipzig among ACT’s history of contemporary work.