Everything You Need to Know
Before a Can Can Show!
Come one, come all, to an evening of sips, serenades, and shimmering skin that’s unlike anything else the Emerald City has to offer. We are Can Can, Seattle’s premier cabaret venue that features an amazing in-house professional dance and production company with performances five nights a week, and we’d be tickled pink to have you as our guest.
Now, we know you’re probably buzzing with questions, curiosities, and maybe even a few hesitations – it’s only natural, darling. It would be our pleasure to walk you through the Can Can Experience, hopefully providing all the answers to your queries as well as the intrigue you’ve been craving.
info@thecancan.com | 206-652-0832
Phone Hours: Wed - Sun 12PM - 5PM
What is Can Can?
Celebrating over 19 years and nearly 7,000 shows, Can Can presents multimedia productions with original music, visual media, and apparatus that feature multi-genre entertainment including dance (classic, modern, cabaret, burlesque), acrobatics, vocal performance, and comedy. Our creative cast is just as sexy as they are talented, and it wouldn’t be burlesque without a bit of reveal, now would it?
Shows run at 6:00 PM Wednesday through Sunday, with an additional 9:00 PM show on Fridays and Saturdays when available. Every moment is full of just as much sparkle and allure as the last! Show days may differ based on season.
All shows are 21+ due to the nature of the performance, as well as the presence and serving of alcohol.
Got your ticket but can’t decide what to wear?
While there is no dress code at Can Can, we would love for you to dress to impress. Dust off your sparkles and make it an evening to remember.
about the shows
On your way to the theatrE?
We kindly ask that you arrive no later than 30 minutes before showtime. Since we serve drinks and dinner, we like to get you seated and comfortable before the show starts. It is important to note that the time in which you arrive will not affect where you sit, as we have the room mapped out well in advance. If you are running late, please give Guest Services a call (206-652-0832), and we will make every effort to hold your seat. In the event that we do not hear from you, the tickets will be released 5 minutes after the scheduled showtime and provided to those on the waitlist. No refunds will be issued. If you arrive after the show has begun and seats are still available, we will seat you during the first break. We understand that the inevitable happens, but please be on time!
ticket options
pure joy is a ticket away
The sooner you can secure your tickets the better, as folks are quick to get theirs! We offer ticket tiers at Standard Seat, Preferred, and VIP. All who enter the theater will enjoy table service with access to our food and beverage menu throughout the show. See the Dining section below for more about our dining options, which include vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free accommodations upon request.
Tickets for all of our performances can be purchased on our website, over the phone through Guest Services (206-652-0832), and in-person at Can Can, itself. Ticket prices and options do vary depending on the show and time selected, so please explore all options as your perfect evening is just a few clicks away!
Our theater provides enough intimacy where there is no bad seat in the house and although we do not take requests for specific tables, we do give priority seating in our most desirable seats to Preferred and VIP guests. Standard Seat parties up to 9 may be seated together by simply sharing a "party or reservation name" when purchasing tickets. For example, "Sara Smith birthday."
Parties 10+ require the purchase of VIP or Preferred tickets to be seated together.
Parties 15+ require an added performance gratuity of $15 per person.
Parties 20+ are considered partial buyouts and require further accommodations and fees.
For larger parties, we highly encourage you to purchase all tickets at once, under one reservation order as the price of tickets do fluctuate over time depending on availability. Reservations of 9 tickets or less may be purchased online. Anything 10 tickets and above will have to be done through Guest Services, so reach out via email or phone and we will get you situated. This may be done through email or by calling our office line at 206-652-0832 anytime between 12:00PM and 5:00PM on Wednesdays through Sundays and selecting option 2. Please note that Guest Services will not be reachable on Mondays and Tuesdays, as both Can Can and the Dressing Room are closed on those days.
The cost of service gratuity is not included in your ticket price and will be added to your final bill at the end of the evening. Payments may be split up to two ways for parties of six or larger. It is customary at the end of each show for our performers to mingle with our beloved guests while carrying tip buckets! If you feel so inclined you may place those appreciated cash tips in the buckets, we also have a Venmo (@cancanseattle) for your convenience.
The price of tickets does fluctuate over time, and we do not offer group discounts.
Ticket and seating options may differ with each show
So – what’s the occasion? Honoring a bride-to-be? Is someone turning 21 and ready to have some fun? 30 years of marriage and bored of candlelit dinners at the same ol’ Italian joint? Whatever it is you’re celebrating, we want to toast to you and yours!
A great way to turn your special night into a legendary night is to add a Celebration Package to your order! We emphasize that these packages are not tickets to a show – it is an add-on experience for guests who want some extra spice in their already-fabulous Can Can experience. Even with a purchased Celebration Package, your special guest will still need to have their own purchased ticket for the show for admittance.
Celebration Packages include your honored guest being pulled up on stage during the performance where they will be toasted with a celebratory shot of liquid courage before being serenaded by our cast! You are also granted permission to take photos and video of these festivities in our otherwise no-camera policy theater making it the gift that keeps on living.
Again, Celebration Packages do not include the cost of admission and are offered as an add-on at checkout when you purchase your tickets.
celebration packages
an extra bit of lovin’
add-on
celebration package
$129 | Your guest of honor is brought onstage for a celebratory toast, song, and dance performed by members of the cast. Celebration Packages do not include the cost of admission and are offered as an add-on at checkout when you purchase your tickets.
fees and policies
all sales are final, with no exchanges or refunds on cancellations
We recommend purchasing tickets well in advance to secure your reservation. Whether you buy tickets online, on the phone, or in-person there is, unfortunately, no way around the service, processing, and tax fees as they are all necessary to our operating system.
As a family-owned and operated business, we do understand the pinch of these extra costs which is why we do our very best to go above and beyond in providing exceptional entertainment, goods, and service to every one of our guests who pass through our door.
Inspired Cuisine
Can Can serves a tantalizing dinner menu in the bar (limited seating), as well as in the dining room during scheduled performances. Come hungry! Our food is simply fantastic.
The menu is artfully crafted by our talented Chef Jerry Lariz who hand-picks all ingredients daily from the famous Pike Place Market. We offer a number of vegetarian and gluten-free options on our menu, many of which can be prepared vegan. Ask your server and we will gladly accommodate any dietary wishes. If you just aren’t hungry, we’ve got plenty of drink options, lighter dishes, and irresistible desserts.
dining options
seating policy
We offer tickets at Standard, Preferred and VIP Seating. All of those who enter the theater will enjoy table service with access to our food and beverage menu throughout the show.
Our theater provides enough intimacy where there is no bad seat in the house and although we do not take requests for specific tables, we do give priority seating in our most desirable seats to Preferred and VIP guests. General admission parties up to 9 may be seated together by simply sharing a "party or reservation name" when purchasing tickets.
For example, "Sara Smith birthday." Parties 10+ require the purchase of VIP or Preferred tickets to be seated together.
Parties 15+ require an added performance gratuity of $15 per person.
Parties 20+ are considered partial buyouts and require further accommodations and fees.
For larger parties, we highly encourage you to purchase all tickets at once, under one reservation order as the price of tickets do fluctuate over time depending on availability.
Reservations of 9 tickets or less may be purchased online. Anything 10 tickets and above will have to be done on our end, so reach out via email or phone and we will get you situated. This may be done through email or by calling our office line 206-652-0832 from 12:00PM to 5:00PM on Wednesdays through Sundays and selecting option 2.
seating parties
Seating is assigned by the Guest Services team based on your selected ticket tier. This map is for your reference when selecting your tickets
private events
Can Can and the Dressing Room are also available for large events. To inquire about private parties please visit the link below.
Tipping performers
Bring cash, as it is customary at the end of each show for our performers to mingle with our beloved guests while carrying tip buckets!
If you feel so inclined you may place those appreciated cash tips in the buckets, we also have a Venmo Business account @cancanseattle for your convenience.100% of the tips go to our performers and help support a living wage in a city with some of the highest living costs in the country.
tipping and gratuity
gratuity
The cost of gratuity is not included in your ticket price and will be added to your final bill at the end of the evening.
After the show, a 20% service charge will be automatically added to your bill for pre-purchased food packages (VIP 3-Course or Preferred with Sip and Savor, for parties of 6 or more, or for unclosed bills. This charge is not automatically applied to Standard Seat ticket holders who have not pre-purchased a food package. Additional gratuity is appreciated but not expected. 100% of this service charge is fairly distributed to our hardworking staff. All ticket sales are final.
photo and video
Pictures and videos are prohibited during performances.
If there is a Celebration Package during your show, this is the sole opportunity to snap photos and videos of the guests of honor being toasted by our cast!
Wheelchair Access
Patrons with special accessibility requirements should contact the venue (206-652-0832) upon ticket purchase, so that we may accommodate seating in the theater well in advance. Please plan to arrive at the venue at least 30 minutes prior to showtime. There is a wheelchair entrance available at 95 Pine Street with direct access to the theater. When entering The Dressing Room, please enter through 1st Ave next to Shug’s Soda Fountain at 1525 1st Ave.
accessibility options
disclaimers
Warning about visual effects
Can Can’s shows are magical in more ways than one, and some of the magic includes the use of exciting visual and other effects including flashing lights, fog, and loud music. If you or a member of your party would like to request a seat near the theater’s exit due to light or sound sensitivity, please do not hesitate to call Guest Services (206-652-0832) upon reservation.
the culinary side to the cabaret
The Dressing Room features two sections for outdoor and indoor reservations. The year-round patio is accentuated by Parisian details, lush foliage, and dreamy views of the Puget Sound from Post Alley in the famous Pike Place Market. The indoor bistro boasts bar and booth seating with décor inspired by Can Can’s collection of costumes from its catalog of shows. Whether you’re celebrating special occasions with friends or romancing your crush, this new bar and bistro by Can Can will serve up an enchanting culinary and cocktail experience.
Indoor and patio seating is available for all ages. Bar top seating is only available for those over 21.
Hours, reservations, and more details are all available here. Operating hours for our bistro and bar may differ seasonally. Please check hours to plan accordingly. For photos and updates, follow @cancansdressingroom on Instagram.
Adjoining our theater is our very own bistro and bar, The Dressing Room. Our menus for both the kitchen and bar are curated seasonally and are sourced as locally as possible from our friends at Pike Place Market by our Chef Jerry Lariz.
Have Questions?
Please do not hesitate to reach out to Guest Services with any questions or concerns! Our team is here and ready to help via email (info@thecancan.com) and phone (206.652.0832) anytime between 12:00PM and 5:00PM on Wednesdays through Sundays. Please note that Guest Services will not be reachable on Mondays and Tuesdays, as both Can Can and the Dressing Room are closed on those days.