Renton Civic Theatre offers several parking options for patrons:

• Street Parking: Available in the surrounding area.
• Gravel Lot: Parking is permitted on the opposite side of the gravel lot across the street from the theater.
• Private Lots: Parking in private lots is at your own risk.

🚗 Restaurant Parking Lot (East of the Theater)

• Saturday Evening & Sunday Afternoon Performances: Patrons may park anywhere in the restaurant parking lot.
• Thursday & Friday Evening Performances: Patrons may park against the fence in the restaurant parking lot. Do not park against the building or mural on these nights, as it may result in your vehicle being towed and/or the restaurant revoking patron parking privileges.

⚠ Transit Center Garage
We do not recommend parking in the transit center garage for evening performances, as its closing time has historically varied.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you at the show!

Renton Civic Theatre is committed to providing an accessible and comfortable experience for all patrons.

Wheelchair Accessibility

• The lobby restroom is fully wheelchair accessible.
• Wheelchair seating is available in Row C (front) and Row T (back) of the auditorium.
• Storage for walkers and wheelchairs is available by the downstairs restroom and along the walls of the auditorium.

Hearing Assistance

• RCT has a hearing-assistance system available for all standard productions.
• Availability for special events may vary—please contact us in advance to confirm.

Additional Accommodations

• If you require any other accommodations, please feel free to contact our box office ahead of time at boxoffice@rentoncivictheatre.org or speak with an RCT representative in the lobby upon arrival. We will be happy to assist you!

We strive to make live theater enjoyable for everyone and appreciate your advance communication to help us best meet your needs.

Show Start Times:

• Evening performances begin at 7:30 PM.
• Matinees begin at 2:00 PM.
• Special performances and One-Acts may have different start times—please check your ticket or our website for details.

Lobby & Seating:

• The lobby opens 30 to 45 minutes before showtime. If the security gate is open, the lobby is open!
• We aim to open the house 30 minutes before the show, but artist schedules may occasionally cause a delay. The house should be open no later than 20 minutes before showtime.

Come Early & Enjoy!

• We have a full bar on-site and make fresh, homemade popcorn, so feel free to arrive early, grab a drink or snack, and relax before the show begins!

We look forward to welcoming you to Renton Civic Theatre! 🎭

Renton Civic Theatre is housed in a historic building, and while we strive to maintain a comfortable environment, our HVAC system cannot run during performances. This means that temperatures in the theater may fluctuate throughout the show.

To ensure your comfort, we recommend dressing in layers so you can easily adjust to both warmer and cooler conditions during the performance.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you at the show!

The Box Office is located at the front of the theater—just look for the “Open” sign and a friendly face behind the glass!

Hours & Location:

• The Box Office opens when the lobby opens, typically 45 minutes before showtime.
• During colder months, we may direct patrons inside to purchase tickets at the indoor box office window.

Ticket Purchasing:

• Tickets can be purchased online up to 15 minutes before showtime.
• In-person ticket sales are available at the Box Office before the show, pending availability.

We look forward to welcoming you to Renton Civic Theatre—see you at the show! 🎭

We strive to offer flexibility while ensuring fairness to our patrons and performers. Please review our policy below:

Exchange Your Ticket

You may exchange your ticket for another performance of the same production or a future production.

Donate Your Ticket

If you cannot attend, you can donate your ticket back to the theater as a tax-deductible contribution.

Refund Policy

Refunds are available up to one week before the performance date for the following reasons:

• A personal emergency (e.g., illness, family emergency).
• A significant scheduling conflict that arose unexpectedly.
• An accidental duplicate ticket purchase.

Within one week of the performance, refunds are not available. However, you may transfer your ticket to a different date of the same production or a future production.

Refunds will not be issued for:

• Disagreement with a production’s themes, content, or artistic choices.
• Personal opinions on casting, representation, or creative direction.
• Any reason rooted in discrimination or bias.

Performance Cancellations

If the theater cancels a performance due to unforeseen circumstances, ticket holders will be contacted individually with the option to:

• Reschedule for a different date.
• Receive a full refund.

We encourage ticket exchanges and transfers whenever possible. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact our box office.

The use of any audio and/or visual recording device is strictly prohibited inside the auditorium.

Unauthorized use of cameras or recording devices poses a serious risk of copyright infringement and is not permitted. If a patron is found using such devices during a performance, they will be asked to leave.

We appreciate your cooperation in respecting the performers, production team, and copyright regulations. Thank you for helping us protect the magic of live theater! 🎭

To ensure an enjoyable and immersive experience for all, we kindly ask that audience members minimize disruptive noises during the performance. This not only enhances the experience for fellow theatergoers but also supports sensory-sensitive patrons and performers who may be especially affected by sudden, repetitive, or excessive sounds.

Please be mindful of the following:

Electronic Devices

• Completely turn off all cell phones, smartwatches, pagers, and other electronic devices before the performance begins.
• Refrain from using nonessential devices during the show, as sound and screen light can be distracting.

Talking & Unnecessary Noise

• Keep conversations to a minimum once the performance begins.
• If you must speak, please do so quietly and swiftly.
• Avoid unnecessary sounds like tapping, humming, or rummaging through bags.

Food & Wrappers

• Please unwrap snacks or cough drops before the show to prevent disruptive crinkling noises.
• Our concessions stand is happy to provide cups and napkins to help hold unwrapped candy or food for quieter enjoyment.

Respecting the Space & Fellow Audience Members

• If you need to leave or return to your seat, please do so as quietly and discreetly as possible.
• Remember that sudden, repetitive, or loud noises can be especially disruptive to other patrons and performers, especially those who are sensory-sensitive.

By following these guidelines, you help create a welcoming and accessible environment for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation in making live theater an enjoyable experience for all!

Renton Civic Theatre is proud to offer a variety of family-friendly productions. To ensure an enjoyable experience for all audience members, we ask that children follow the same Disruptive Noise Policy as adults. If a child is unable to remain quiet and respectful throughout the performance, the family may be asked to step out of the theater.

Key Guidelines for Attending with Children:

• All children require a purchased ticket, regardless of whether they sit in a lap or their own seat.
• RCT productions are generally suitable for ages 9 and above, though some shows contain mature themes that may not be appropriate for all children.
• Parents/guardians are responsible for determining if a show’s content and runtime are appropriate for their child’s attention span and comfort level.
• If you have questions about a show’s content, please contact our box office—we are happy to provide additional information or a written synopsis to help you decide.

Consideration for Fellow Audience Members

We love welcoming young theatergoers, but we also want to ensure the best experience for all guests. If you feel your child may have difficulty remaining quiet and seated throughout the performance, we kindly encourage you to consider waiting for a more suitable production or age-appropriate opportunity to attend.

Need to Step Out? We’ve Got You Covered!

If you need to leave a performance due to your child’s behavior, we understand! We are happy to exchange your tickets for another performance to ensure that you and your family can still enjoy the show at a later time.

Thank you for helping us maintain a welcoming and immersive theater experience for all audience members!

Renton Civic Theatre offers a variety of refreshments for purchase before the show and during intermission. To ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all, please observe the following guidelines:

Enjoy Your Snacks & Drinks in the Auditorium

• Food and drinks purchased at the RCT concessions stand may be brought into the auditorium and enjoyed during the performance. Please ensure that you follow the Disruptive Noise Policy during the consumption of your snacks.
• Outside food and beverages are not permitted inside the theater.

Alcoholic Beverages

• Alcoholic drinks must be consumed inside the lobby or auditorium.
• Alcohol is not permitted outside the theater.

Washington State Liquor & Cannabis Laws

• In accordance with Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Control Board regulations, marijuana, marijuana by-products, and related paraphernalia are strictly prohibited on the premises.
• RCT is legally required to ask anyone who brings such items to leave the venue.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable theater experience for all patrons. Thank you!

To ensure the best experience for both performers and audience members, late seating will be accommodated at the first suitable pause in the performance and in a location that minimizes disruption.

• Seating time and location are at the discretion of the House Managers and may not be your originally preferred spot.
• In the event of a no-show or late arrival, Renton Civic Theatre reserves the right to re-sell the seat to another patron on stand-by.

Since seating is general admission, we strongly encourage all guests to arrive early to secure their preferred seats. Thank you for your cooperation in maintaining a smooth and enjoyable theater experience for everyone!

If you have lost an item at Renton Civic Theatre, please contact our Box Office via phone or email. When inquiring, be sure to include the following details:

• Your name and daytime phone number
• The performance date you attended
• A description of the lost item

Lost items are kept for three months. After this period, unclaimed items will be donated to charity.

We will do our best to assist you in locating your belongings—thank you!