What does the cryptic crossword clue "Theatre boxes always cheapest way to go? (8)" mean?

The definition is "cheapest way to go". The wordplay uses charade, container. STAGE (synonym of "Theatre") + EER (synonym of "always") [container: "boxes"]; definition: "cheapest way to go?" The answer is STEERAGE.

Theatre boxes always cheapest way to go? (8)

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