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Welcome to EMPIRE, a sexy and powerful new drama about the head of a music empire (Terrence Howard) whose three sons and ex-wife all battle for his throne. Set to an original soundtrack written and produced by hip-hop hitmaker Timbaland.

Cast Announced For THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK at Great Star Theater Photo Cast Announced For THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK at Great Star Theater
by A.A. Cristi - July 01, 2022

Creator Russall S. Beattie announced today the full cast for the San Francisco engagement of The Empire Strips Back. The unauthorized Star Wars™ burlesque parody begins performances at San Francisco’s Great Star Theater on Wednesday, July 6, 2022. . ...


Carey Mulligan, Stephen Fry, and More Make New Years Honours List Photo Carey Mulligan, Stephen Fry, and More Make New Years Honours List
by A.A. Cristi - December 30, 2024

The annual New Year Honours list will honor a number of notable names for their services to the British performing arts....


Review Roundup: EMPIRE Opens Off-Broadway Photo Review Roundup: EMPIRE Opens Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - July 12, 2024

EMPIRE: The Musical just celebrated its opening night at New World Stages. The production, with Book, Music & Lyrics by Caroline Sherman & Robert Hull, is directed by Tony Award winner Cady Huffman. Check out what the critics are saying about the new musical!...


HAMILTON UK and Ireland Tour Adds Additional 10 Cities Photo HAMILTON UK and Ireland Tour Adds Additional 10 Cities
by Stephi Wild - April 18, 2023

Further dates have been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of the multi award-winning HAMILTON. Learn more about where you can catch the hit show here!...


HAMILTON UK and Ireland Tour Adds Additional 10 Cities Photo HAMILTON UK and Ireland Tour Adds Additional 10 Cities
by Stephi Wild - April 18, 2023

Further dates have been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of the multi award-winning HAMILTON. Learn more about where you can catch the hit show here!...


Video: HACKNEY EMPIRE: ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS Short Film Celebrates Hackney Empir Photo Video: HACKNEY EMPIRE: ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS Short Film Celebrates Hackney Empire 120th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 09, 2022

Watch the short film HACKNEY EMPIRE: ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS, celebrating Hackney Empire's 120th Birthday year....


The New Jersey Symphony Presents STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK IN CONCERT Photo The New Jersey Symphony Presents STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK IN CONCERT
by Stephi Wild - April 21, 2023

The New Jersey Symphony will present the Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert featuring screenings of the complete film with Oscar—winning composer John Williams' musical score performed live to the film. The concert will be led by acclaimed conductor Constantine Kitsopoulos....


EMPIRE RECORDS World Premiere to be Presented at McCarter Photo EMPIRE RECORDS World Premiere to be Presented at McCarter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 07, 2024

McCarter will stage the world premiere of Empire Records, a new musical comedy based on the beloved 1990s cult-classic film. Learn more about the stage adaptation!...


THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY Comes to Denver Next Month Photo THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY Comes to Denver Next Month
by Stephi Wild - January 26, 2024

The internationally acclaimed The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody is opening in Denver, Colorado on February 7 at The Brighton. ...


Review: THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK is the Show You Didn't Know You Needed to See Photo Review: THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK is the Show You Didn't Know You Needed to See
by Courtney Castelino - May 16, 2024

What did our critic think of THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK at Kailash Mital Theatre?...


Further Dates Announced For ROALD DAHL'S CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY UK and Ire Photo Further Dates Announced For ROALD DAHL'S CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - June 24, 2022

Further touring dates have been announced for the new production of the West End and Broadway smash hit Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - The Musical....


Lorna Courtney, Damon Daunno & More to Star in EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL Photo Lorna Courtney, Damon Daunno & More to Star in EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 25, 2024

McCarter Theatre Center has revealed the cast for the world premiere of Empire Records: The Musical based on the beloved 1990s cult-classic film. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets....


Hackney Empire Announces 2022 Artist Development Programme Photo Hackney Empire Announces 2022 Artist Development Programme
by Stephi Wild - July 25, 2022

As Hackney Empire celebrates 120 years at the heart of the local community, and in the wake of the recent release of the, 20 Years of Creative Futures Impact Report Artistic Director Yamin Choudury and the whole team have announced details of this summer's Artist Development Programme (ADP) project....


Keith Khan Appointed Creative Director of Hackney Empire Photo Keith Khan Appointed Creative Director of Hackney Empire
by Stephi Wild - June 20, 2024

Chair Sir William Atkinson and the Board of Hackney Empire have announced the appointment of Keith Khan to the position of Creative Director, following the departure of Yamin Choudury in September this year....


Milford Arts Council Brings Empire Wild to The MAC for MAC LiVE Photo Milford Arts Council Brings Empire Wild to The MAC for MAC LiVE
by A.A. Cristi - October 18, 2021

The Milford Arts Council has announced our first evening MAC LiVE of the 2021 - 2022 season happening November 13th at The MAC. ...


EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL to Premiere at New World Stages in July Photo EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL to Premiere at New World Stages in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024

EMPIRE: The Musical, will premiere in its hometown, New York City at New World Stages. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets....


EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL to Premiere at New World Stages in July Photo EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL to Premiere at New World Stages in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024

EMPIRE: The Musical, will premiere in its hometown, New York City at New World Stages. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets....


EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL to Play Final Performance at McCarter Theatre Center This Photo EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL to Play Final Performance at McCarter Theatre Center This Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 04, 2024

McCarter Theatre Center’s world premiere production of Empire Records will play its final performance this Sunday October 6 at The Berlind Theatre. Learn more about the new musical!...


Photos: Inside Look at YouTube Presents Front Row Coachella Livestream Event Photo Photos: Inside Look at YouTube Presents Front Row Coachella Livestream Event
by Marissa Tomeo - April 16, 2022

YouTube gave music fans worldwide an all access pass for today’s highly anticipated return of Coachella at the Empire Polo Club. YouTube Presents Front Row Coachella kicked off its exclusive two-weekend livestream with explosive performances, intimate artist interviews, behind-the-scenes YouTube Sho...


Review Roundup: EMPIRE Opens Off-Broadway Photo Review Roundup: EMPIRE Opens Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - July 12, 2024

EMPIRE: The Musical just celebrated its opening night at New World Stages. The production, with Book, Music & Lyrics by Caroline Sherman & Robert Hull, is directed by Tony Award winner Cady Huffman. Check out what the critics are saying about the new musical!...


Ink And Quill Releases New Dark Fantasy EMPEROR'S SHADOW Photo Ink And Quill Releases New Dark Fantasy EMPEROR'S SHADOW
by A.A. Cristi - August 18, 2023

Ink and Quill Press presents Emperor's Shadow, an enthralling addition to the fantasy genre that invites readers to explore a realm of intrigue, darkness, and unexpected alliances. Authored by LeAnne Keely, this gripping novel is set to captivate readers with its unique blend of fantasy, dark fantas...


25th Hackney Empire Panto DICK WHITTINGTON AND HIS CAT Will Open in November, Directe Photo 25th Hackney Empire Panto DICK WHITTINGTON AND HIS CAT Will Open in November, Directed by Clive Rowe
by Stephi Wild - April 16, 2024

Olivier Award-winner Clive Rowe will return to direct and star in Hackney Empire's 25th pantomime, Dick Whittington and his Cat....


THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY Opens In Phoenix in September Photo THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY Opens In Phoenix in September
by Blair Ingenthron - August 21, 2023

The internationally acclaimed The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody is opening in Phoenix, Arizona on September 6 at Herberger Theater, Center Stage....


Photos: Check Out All New Photos of the Hackney Empire Auditorium as Part of its 120t Photo Photos: Check Out All New Photos of the Hackney Empire Auditorium as Part of its 120th Birthday Celebrations
by Stephi Wild - February 10, 2022

Brand new images have been released of the iconic Hackney Empire Auditorium, as part of the venue's 120th birthday celebrations. ...


THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY Returns to Los Angeles Photo THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY Returns to Los Angeles
by Stephi Wild - September 27, 2024

The internationally acclaimed The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody will make its highly-anticipated return to Los Angeles, California on October 10 at The Montalbán Theatre after an extremely successful run in 2022. ...






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