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Seattle Cinemas
Admiral Twin
Two cinemas set amidst nautical themes show mainstream and alternative films. 2347 California Ave SW, West Seattle (206 938 3456)
Cinerama
This large cinema features stat of the art technology when it comes to screening movies. Mainstream blockbusters as well as older classics are screed here2100 Fourth Avenue, Belltown (206 441 3080)
Crest Cinema Theatre
Cheapest tickets in Seattle but you need to travel to North Seattle to get here. 16505 5th Avenue NE (206 781 5755).
Egyptian
The venue is a masterpiece and the movies are off beat ne releases and indie films. 801 E Pine Street, Capitol Hill (206 323 4978)
Grand Illusion
It is grand and old, but small. Features foreign, cult and classic films. 1403 50th Street at University Avenue (206 523 3935)
Guild 45th
One is a 1919 movie house and the other is an ordinary 1983 cinema, both show mainstream and independent releases. 2115 N 45th Street, Wallingford (206 633 3353)
Harvard Exit
This classic 1925 movie house shows independant new releases. 807 E Roy street, Capitol Hill (206 323 8986)
Northwest Film Forum
A popular venue in Seattle to catch international, arthouse and documentary style films 1515 12th Avenue Capitol Hill (206 267 5380)
Seven Gables
This small cinema shows mainly independent releases. 911 NE 50th Street (206 632 8820)
Varsity
There are three theatres in this 1940's movie house, showing classics, independant and foreign films. 4329 University Way NE, University District 9206 632 1313)
Seattle Theatres
A Contemporary Theatre
Known to be one of Seattle's most prominent theatres, you can catch plays, dramas and musical performances over the four theatres housed here. Kreielsheimer Place, 700 Union Street, Downtown (206 292 7676)
Fifth Avenue Theatre
This 1926 former vaudeville house now hosts major musicals with the big name stars. 1308 Fifth Avenue, Downtown (216 625 1418)
Intiman Theatre
Plays, dramas and the classics are played out here at this theatre that is housed in the Seattle Center. 201 Mercer Street, Seattle Center ( 206 269 1900)
Moore Theatre
A bit of everything is on show here, cabaret, musicals, plays and experimental performance art. 1932 Second Avenue, Belltown (206 443 1744)
On The Boards
Great for something different in dance performances. 100 W Roy Street, Queen Anne (206 217 9888)
Paramount Theatre
This is the premier theatre to see big budget, extravagant musicals. 911 Pine Street, Downtown (206 682 1414)
Seattle Night time
Seattle was known to be the home of Grunge, that's when grunge was big, with the likes of Nirvana and Pearl Jam playing at local clubs and pubs. However, it is still very popular for alternative rock and live music venues dish up a diverse range of rock, pop and blues music on a nightly basis. The clubs here ar fairly laid back but offer the usual loud music and crowded dance floors that the larger cities can dish up. Some clubs have no cover charges and the ones where you have to pay range between $5 and $15 dollars depending on the entertainment on offer.
Most of the nightlife action centers around Pioneer Square and Downtown, with Capitol Hill have plenty to offer as well.
Baltic Room
This club offers a little of everything in music styles, with mostly DJ's on weekends. 1207 Pine Street, Capitol Hill (206 625 4444)
Catwalk
You can catch some different sounds here, from punk to metal, Catwalk prides itself on being an alternative rock spot. 172 S Washington Street, Pioneer Square (206 622 1863)
Century Ballroom
International and national acts perform here to delighted audiences. 915 E Pine, Downtown (206 324 7263)
Club Medusa
This club is full of energy and attitude, so getting in could be a problem, however, if you do, rest assured the music is loud and the dancing goes on until the very early hours. 2218 Western Avenue, Belltown (206 652 0981)
Fenix Underground
This dark nightclub offers DJ's serving up music from the 70's to present day. 315 Second Avenue S, Pioneer Square (206 467 1111)
High Dive
Live local acts perform alternative music here, including grunge, pop, punk and experimental rock. 513 N 36th, Fremont (206 632 0212)
Larry's Nightclub
A popular night spot in Seattle that offers hip-hop, R and B and even reggae on some nights. 209 First Avenue S, Pioneer Square (206 624 7665)
Last Supper Club
This club has three levels, 2 dance spaces and plenty of thumping music. 124 S Washington Street, Pioneer Square (206 748 9975)
LO Fi Performance Gallery
Not big but very popular for it's great mix of DJ's and music. 429B Eastlake Avenue E, Eastlake (206 254 2824)
Nectar
There is DJ action and live performances here of international flavours. 412 N 36th Street, Fremont (206 632 2020)
The Paradox
This is one of the best places to catch the contemporary music scene of Seattle.1401 NW Leary Way, Ballard (206 706 6641)
Triple Door
A very popular live venue for folk, roots and blues music. There are two venues here offering good live music. 216 Union Street, Downtown (206 838 4333)
Vogue
One of Seattle's oldest clubs but still maintains a strong popularity with the younger set. 1516 11th Avenue, Capitol Hill (206 324 5778)
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