Theatre Off Jackson

What Theatre Off Jackson does

Theatre Off Jackson (TOJ) is a Seattle-based non-profit 501(c)(3) performing arts venue founded in 2005-2006 at 409 7th Ave S in Seattle's International District. It operates two physical spaces — a 140-seat Downstairs Theatre configured for theatre productions, film screenings, spoken word, and live performance, and an Upstairs Main Hall with built-in gallery that flexes between seated (160), standing (200), and hybrid configurations for weddings, concerts, fundraisers, and community events — plus four rehearsal rooms and approximately 644 sq ft of leased office space. The venue's core product is a turnkey 'artist-ready' environment: built-in computerized lighting (10 dimmers), a sound system with QLab audio/video playback, backstage support spaces, concessions staff, and marketing through the website, mailing list, and social channels.

The company monetizes this infrastructure through four streams. The signature Co-Production Model pairs TOJ with small arts groups and independent artists selected by a curatorial committee; co-producers bring creative ideas and production teams while TOJ supplies venue, staff, tech, and marketing. A Venue Rental Program offers hourly space rental ($20-$375/hr depending on space and for-profit/non-profit status; currently paused with September 2026 reopening expected), supplemented by an office sublease for non-profits and arts organizations. Ticketing is sold through the Click4Tix third-party platform with per-event pricing that varies by show (e.g., $35 general admission to $260 sponsor tables for Shuga Shaq). The final stream is charitable donations, made tax-deductible under Federal Tax ID #20-2202673.

TOJ serves a hybrid customer base: small arts groups and independent artists as the primary co-production segment; non-profits and arts organizations seeking distinctive office space; and event organizers/individuals booking private rentals. Five resident companies (Pork Filled Productions, Noveltease Theatre, Fussy Cloud Puppet Slam, Shoes and Pants Productions, Salon of Shame) anchor recurring programming, and the organization is supported by public funding partners 4Culture, Seattle OAC, ArtsFund, and Historic South Downtown. Leadership consists of Interim Executive Director Susan Lieu, founders Patti West and Frank Phillips in advisory/technical roles, Marketing Coordinator Leah Walz, and a five-member Board of Directors. The organization is currently executing the Reimagine TOJ Upstairs Project, a capital expansion to convert 6,500 sq ft of additional upstairs space into an expanded community arts hub, with buildout targeted to begin in 2025.

Name

Theatre Off Jackson

Legal name

Theatre Off Jackson

Website

https://theatreoffjackson.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Theatre Off Jackson is a Seattle-based non-profit 501(c)(3) performing arts venue in the International District that provides affordable, artist-ready space — including a 140-seat theatre and flexible upstairs hall — to small arts groups, independent artists, and event organizers through co-productions, hourly rentals, and office subleases.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Performing Arts Venue Services

NAICS

Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters (71111), Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters (711110), Performing Arts Companies (7111)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Theater & Performing Arts Venue Operations (Playhouses, Opera Houses) (MPAGALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Theatre Services & Design (Scenic/Costume/Props/Stage Management) (MPAGABAO), Musical Theatre (Non-Broadway/Fringe) (MPAGABAG), Theater & Performing Arts Ticketing (HSACALAC)

Keywords

• Performing arts venue
• Live performance rental
• Event space rental
• Co-production partnerships
• Nonprofit arts venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Co-Production Model: TOJ partners with small arts groups and independent artists through a co-production partnership model. Co-producers bring creative ideas and production teams while TOJ provides the venue space, concessions staff, technical support, and marketing resources. This is the primary operating model for performances.
2. Venue Rental: Hourly rental of Upstairs Main Hall, Downstairs Theatre, rehearsal spaces, and full venue buyouts. Rates vary by space configuration and whether renter is for-profit or non-profit. Additional spaces, technical needs, and services may adjust pricing.
3. Office Space Leasing: Approximately 644 sq ft of interconnected office space available for lease to non-profits, arts organizations, and creative enterprises. Located within historic Theatre Off Jackson in International District.
4. Donations: Theatre Off Jackson is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization (Federal Tax ID #20-2202673). Accepts charitable donations which are tax deductible to donors.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Theatre Off Jackson is a non-profit 501(c)(3) performing arts venue that operates a 140-seat Downstairs Theatre and a flexible Upstairs Main Hall in Seattle's International District. Its primary business is a Co-Production Model in which independent artists and small arts groups present productions using TOJ's artist-ready space, supported by venue concessions staff, technical infrastructure, and marketing resources. Supplementary offerings include hourly Venue Rental of theatre, event, and rehearsal spaces (currently paused for reopening in September 2026) and leasing of approximately 644 sq ft of interconnected office space to non-profits and arts organizations.

Product overview

Theatre Off Jackson is a non-profit 501(c)(3) performing arts venue and rental facility located in Seattle's Chinatown-International District. It operates two primary performance spaces: the 140-seat Downstairs Theatre (a historic theatre with full stage, lighting infrastructure, and backstage areas for productions, film screenings, and spoken word) and the Upstairs Main Hall with built-in gallery (a flexible space seating up to 160 or standing up to 200, used for weddings, concerts, fundraisers, and community events). The venue offers its spaces through a Co-Production Model — a partnership model where independent artists and small arts groups bring creative ideas and production teams, and TOJ supplies the 'artist-ready' space along with concessions staff, technical support, and marketing. A separate Venue Rental Program offers hourly rentals of all spaces (currently paused). The venue also leases approximately 644 sq. ft. of interconnected office space to non-profit and arts organizations. An ongoing Reimagine TOJ Upstairs Project plans to renovate 6,500 sq. ft. of the upstairs area into expanded community arts and culture space. Resident companies include Pork Filled Productions, Noveltease Theatre, Fussy Cloud Puppet Slam, Shoes and Pants Productions, and Salon of Shame.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Downstairs Theatre A 140-seat historic performance venue with full stage, lighting infrastructure, and backstage support spaces. Used for theatre productions, film screenings, spoken word, readings, panels, lectures, and live performances. Available for rent at $200/hr (for-profit) or $150/hr (non-profit) with a four-hour minimum.
• Upstairs Main Hall (Gallery) A flexible performance and event space with a raised stage (12'w x 8'd x 1'h), theatrical lighting, open floor, and built-in gallery. Configurable for standing events (up to 200), seated performances (up to 160), or hybrid setups. Suitable for weddings, receptions, concerts, fundraisers, parties, and community events. Includes Green Room. Rented at $180/hr (for-profit) or $150/hr (non-profit) with a three-hour minimum.
• Co-Production Model Theatre Off Jackson's signature partnership model in which co-producers bring creative ideas and production teams while TOJ supplies a well-equipped, 'artist-ready' space including concessions staff, technical support, and marketing resources. Productions are selected through a curatorial committee review process aligned with TOJ's mission and values.
• Venue Rental Program Rental of Theatre Off Jackson's spaces for events including the Upstairs Main Hall, Downstairs Theatre, rehearsal rooms, green rooms, lobby, and full-venue buyouts. Hourly rates range from $20/hr (rehearsal spaces) to $375/hr (full venue buyout). Pricing distinguishes for-profit and non-profit organizations. Currently paused with reopening expected September 2026.
• Office Space for Lease Approximately 644 total square feet of interconnected office space inside Theatre Off Jackson, consisting of three spaces: a main workspace with built-in wooden desks and shelving, a mezzanine/transition area, and an upper-level office with exposed brick walls and arched windows. Ideal for non-profit organizations and arts groups. Available 8am-6pm Monday to Friday on multi-year contracts.
• Rehearsal Spaces Smaller rentable spaces including the Rehearsal Room (fits 20, $40/hr), Upstairs Green Room (fits 10, $30/hr), Enterprise Room (fits 15, $20/hr), and Rainier Room (fits 12, $30/hr). Starting at $20/hr, ideal for smaller groups, readings, and budget-conscious productions.

Quantifiable outcome

• Venue capacity of 140 seats (downstairs) and 160-200 guests (upstairs)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Rising Waters CollectivecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2026Co-presenting disPLACE, a North American premiere chamber opera about gentrification. Co-production partnership with TOJ for August 2026 run.
• Briq House EntertainmentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2026Presents The Sunday Night Shuga Shaq, the longest-running monthly ALL PEOPLE OF COLOR Burlesque Revue in the PNW, in association with TOJ.
• Sin de la RosacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2026Co-presenter of The Sunday Night Shuga Shaq burlesque revue and performer in The Rootin' Tootin' Queer Cowboy Cabaret.
• The Salty LickscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2026Producers and queer comedians (Jackie Miedema & Tootsie Spangles) presenting The Rootin' Tootin' Queer Cowboy Cabaret immersive series at TOJ.
• isangMahalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2026Filipino/a arts kollective founded in 1997, returning to TOJ for 'We're Coming Home' event series honoring their role in the 90s Asian American artistic movement.
• Pork Filled ProductionscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Resident company producing genre plays and promoting Asian American and POC artists. Operates under 2024-2025 resident company agreement.
• Noveltease TheatrecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Resident company producing literary burlesque adapting classic works of theatre and literature in signature format.
• Fussy Cloud Puppet SlamcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Resident company providing puppet shows for adults since 2011, creating space for artists to express themselves through puppetry.
• Shoes and Pants ProductionscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Resident company creating unique queerdo productions including Ms. Pak-Man Series and Scott Shoemaker's War on Christmas.
• Salon of ShamecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Resident company producing events where Seattleites read from their worst adolescent writing. Founded in 2005. Multiple events hosted at TOJ.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Intiman Theatre: Historic Seattle non-profit theatre with a focus on equity-driven programming and community engagement. Comparable mission around social justice and accessibility, though Intiman operates at a larger scale and broader regional profile.
• ACT Theatre (A Contemporary Theatre): Long-established Seattle regional theatre with multiple performance spaces and a significantly larger subscription base. Comparable as a Seattle theatre venue operator but at a different scale and with broader commercial programming.
• The 5th Avenue Theatre: Large Seattle non-profit musical theatre presenter with substantially bigger seating capacity. Indirectly comparable as a Seattle performing arts venue operator with similar non-profit structure but at a much larger scale.

Direct peers

• Richard Hugo House: Seattle literary arts non-profit operating a small performance/event space in Capitol Hill for writing-focused programming. Comparable as a mission-driven small venue hosting independent artists and community programming.
• Velocity Dance Center: Seattle non-profit dedicated to contemporary dance and movement-based performance, operating rental studios and a small theatre. Closely comparable to TOJ in venue-based co-production model and community-oriented programming.
• On the Boards: Seattle-based non-profit performing arts venue presenting experimental theatre, dance, and performance art. Comparable to TOJ in scale, mission-driven orientation, and focus on artist-driven co-productions in a single mid-size venue.
• Links Hall: Chicago-based non-profit presenting experimental, independent, and identity-driven performance in a small venue. Closely comparable to TOJ as an independent small theatre with co-production/rental model serving emerging artists.
• Joe's Movement Emporium: Maryland-based non-profit arts venue supporting multicultural performing arts in a historic building. Comparable to TOJ in venue-as-community-anchor model, mission-driven focus, and co-presentation programming.

Others

• Northwest African American Museum: Seattle-based cultural institution serving communities of color with cultural programming and events. Adjacent to TOJ in mission around cultural representation and Chinatown-International District proximity, but operates a museum rather than a theatre.

Regional players

• Pioneer Theatre Company: Regional non-profit theatre in Salt Lake City with professional productions and educational programming. Comparable as a non-profit theatre venue operator serving a different geographic market than TOJ.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ToJSeattle
• Facebookfacebook.com/TheatreOffJackson
• Instagraminstagram.com/theatreoffjackson
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/theatre-off-jackson

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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