Plan Your Theatre Visit

This page is continually updated. Last modified: 5/21/2025. 

Welcome to the theatre at UW! Here is important information to know before your event.

Are you attending a UW Drama show at the Meany Studio, Jones Playhouse, or Hughes Penthouse? We encourage you to arrive 30 to 45 minutes early in order to find parking and walk to the theatre. 

For more information on ticket policies and patron code of conduct, visit the ArtsUW website.

COVID PROTOCOLS

• Please review the ArtsUW COVID-19 Safety Protocols for the performance. If you have tested positive for COVID-19 or have symptoms of COVID-19--stay home, even if you are fully vaccinated.

DIRECTIONS & PARKING INFORMATION

Jones Playhouse Theatre - 4045 University Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105:   

The Jones Playhouse Theatre is located at 4045 University Way NE, at the corner of NE 41st and University Way NE. The closest UW Parking is in the Central Garage, located at NE 41st Street and 15th Avenue NE. 

Driving Directions:       

From I-5: Take the NE 45th Street exit. Proceed East on NE 45th Street. Turn right at 15th Ave NE and proceed South. Turn left at NE 41st Street, into the Central Plaza Garage (CPG). The Central Plaza Garage address is 4100 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105. 

From SR 520: Take the Montlake Blvd E exit. Proceed North on Montlake Blvd E. Turn left at NE Pacific St and proceed West. Turn right at 15th Ave NE and proceed North. Turn right at NE 41st Street, into the Central Plaza Garage (CPG). The Central Plaza Garage address is 4100 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105. 

Parking Directions: The closest UW Parking is in the Central Plaza Garage, located at NE 41st Street and 15th Avenue NE. Street parking is also available near the Jones Playhouse. 

• The Central Plaza Garage cost will be $13.50 on levels C2, C3, and C4 via Pay-by-Phone using #123211 (Pay-by-Phone signage will reflect that number as well). Parking is free on Saturday afternoon and evening or all-day Sunday.
• There are also several surface lots and on-street parking within walking distance.

Before you leave for the performance, download the Pay-by-Phone app. If you are planning on parking in the Central Plaza Garage, you will need this app to pay for parking. We recommend downloading the app before, as reception in the garage is poor. If you prefer, you may also pay on the Pay-By-Phone website. Learn more and download the app.

Questions about parking? Call 206-221-3701 or visit transportation.uw.edu/park/visitor. Our friends at Meany Center also have detailed information https://meanycenter.org/visit/directions [meanycenter.org]

AT THE THEATRE

• The lobby and box office opens 1 hour prior to show time; auditorium opens approximately 30 minutes prior to show time.
• Will Call options will be limited.
• Food and beverage service will not be available. 
• Seating is general admission.
• Late seating is not guaranteed. 

Need Help with Your Tickets?

The box office at the Glenn Hughes Penthouse and the Jones Playhouse opens one hour prior to the show.

Business Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday.