Leave the car, take the stage: Free rides to STG’s Performing Arts Series

Seattle Theatre Group (STG) is taking a bold step towards making the arts more accessible — not just in auditorium seats, but on the journey to get there. 

In a move that marries culture with equitable mobility, STG will now offer subsidized transit rides (while supplies last) via the Transit GO app for attendees of its Performing Arts Series.

Why this matters

For many, transportation is a hidden barrier to enjoying live performances. Parking fees, long commutes, or gaps in accessible transit can deter would-be attendees. 

By helping to cover the cost of transit, STG is reducing that barrier and signaling that the arts are for everyone — no matter where they live.

This initiative aligns closely with STG’s broader mission of accessibility, diversity, and inclusion. With it, STG is ensuring that the first step in attending a show — getting to the theater — is less of an obstacle.

How it works

Full details can be found on STG’s website.

1. Download the Transit GO Ticket App
2. Claim your transit credit
   1. Open the link in your Know Before You Go email to go directly to the Rewards section of the Transit GO Ticket app.
   2. Go to the “More” tab near the top right section of your screen and select “Rewards Code”.
   3. Type in the code from your Know Before You Go email. Your app balance will automatically update with 900 points.
3. Redeem for transit tickets
   1. When you know which transit service(s) you’ll use, go to the “Redeem” section of the app, select your ticket, and tap “Redeem.”
   2. Your transit ticket will be in the “Use” section of the app, located in the lower left corner of the screen.
4. Activate your ticket in the app just before boarding

About the performing arts series

The Seattle Theatre Group (STG) Performing Arts Series is a curated lineup of live music, dance, theatre, and interdisciplinary performances presented across STG’s historic venues like the Paramount, Moore, and Neptune theatres. The series features both internationally acclaimed and locally rooted artists, highlighting diverse voices and innovative works. Audiences can subscribe to multiple shows for discounted pricing and early access to other STG programming. Overall, the series aims to enrich Seattle’s cultural landscape through accessible, community-centered performing arts experiences.

See the full list of shows.

STG’s subsidy of Transit GO rides isn’t just a convenience perk—it’s a statement. It says: the arts belong to the whole community, not just those with the means to drive or park downtown. It says our civic infrastructure (transit) and our cultural institutions can partner to deepen inclusion.