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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 MOTHER GOOSE at Hackney Empire Photo Cast Announced For MOTHER GOOSE at Hackney Empire
by Stephi Wild - September 28, 2022

Hackney Empire has announced the cast and creative team for their Christmas 2022 pantomime, Mother Goose, which opens on 19th November, running until 31st December....


VIDEO: First Look at MOTHER GOOSE at Hackney Empire Photo VIDEO: First Look at MOTHER GOOSE at Hackney Empire
by Stephi Wild - July 20, 2022

Hackney Empire has released a brand-new trailer featuring Priscilla the Goose and Clive Rowe ahead of their Christmas 2022 pantomime, Mother Goose, which opens on 19th November and runs until 31st December, with the press performance at 7pm on 1st December. Check out the video below!...


World Premiere of EMPIRE CIRCUS From David Arquette & More to Debut at Empire Stores Photo World Premiere of EMPIRE CIRCUS From David Arquette & More to Debut at Empire Stores in DUMBO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 05, 2021

Learn more about the world premiere of Empire Circus, a limited engagement this holiday season, November 12, 2021 – January 30, 2022, in DUMBO at Empire Stores.  Entrance to the Empire Circus is at 2 Main Street, Brooklyn, NY. ...


THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY Comes to Chicago Photo THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY Comes to Chicago
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2023

Chicago Star Wars fans will soon have the opportunity to transport themselves to a galaxy far, far away when the internationally-acclaimed The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody makes its Midwest debut at Logan Square Auditorium (2539 N Kedzie Blvd) beginning Wednesday, May 24. ...


Jasmyn Fisher-Ryner, Josette Bushell-Mingo OBE and Soheb Panja Will Join the Board of Photo Jasmyn Fisher-Ryner, Josette Bushell-Mingo OBE and Soheb Panja Will Join the Board of Hackney Empire
by Stephi Wild - March 29, 2023

Hackney Empire Creative Futures alumna, and now West End producer, Jasmyn Fisher-Ryner will join the Board, alongside Josette Bushell-Mingo OBE, award-winning actor and director and current Principal of the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, and Soheb Panja, the founder and editor of Field7, ...


Clive Rowe and Tony Whittle to Co-Direct Hackney Empire's 2021 Pantomime JACK AND THE Photo Clive Rowe and Tony Whittle to Co-Direct Hackney Empire's 2021 Pantomime JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 20, 2021

For the first time, Olivier-Award winner Clive Rowe and Hackney panto veteran Tony Whittle will co-direct and star in Hackney Empire’s 2021 pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk which will run from 20 November to 2 January 2022....


Photos: EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL Starring Lorna Courtney, Damon Daunno & More Photo Photos: EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL Starring Lorna Courtney, Damon Daunno & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 12, 2024

Friday September 13 marks the opening night of the world premiere engagement of Empire Records: The Musical. See photos!...


Hackney Empire Installs Over 75 Large Solar Panels as Part of Efforts to Reduce Their Photo Hackney Empire Installs Over 75 Large Solar Panels as Part of Efforts to Reduce Their Carbon Footprint
by Stephi Wild - August 17, 2023

Executive Director Jo Hemmant and the whole Hackney Empire team have announced the successful installation of 76 large solar panels, which are one of the theatre’s recent huge steps in continuing their mission to reduce its carbon footprint and energy costs....


Photos: Meet the Cast of EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL Photo Photos: Meet the Cast of EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL
by Jennifer Broski - June 20, 2024

EMPIRE: The Musical, is getting ready to premiere in its hometown, New York City, July 1 for a 12-week limited engagement at New World Stages. Check out photos of the cast in rehearsals!...


Photos: Meet the Cast of EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL Photo Photos: Meet the Cast of EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL
by Jennifer Broski - June 20, 2024

EMPIRE: The Musical, is getting ready to premiere in its hometown, New York City, July 1 for a 12-week limited engagement at New World Stages. Check out photos of the cast in rehearsals!...


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 Ride's EYES ON NEW YORK Takes Flight July 1 at Staten Island's Empire Outlets Photo The Ride's EYES ON NEW YORK Takes Flight July 1 at Staten Island's Empire Outlets
by A.A. Cristi - June 15, 2021

NYC entertainment staple THE RIDE has announced, EYES ON NEW YORK, a new experiential entertainment in THE RIDE's global tradition of family fun....


VIDEO: Evolution Empire Premiere 'Under the Gun' Music Video Photo VIDEO: Evolution Empire Premiere 'Under the Gun' Music Video
by Michael Major - April 04, 2022

EVOLUTION EMPIRE started in Dallas, Texas, where frontman Chris Roberts and drummer Rob Youells were introduced to each other by their mutual manager, Dave Chavarri (Ill Niño, Terror Universal). The outfit is rounded off by bringing in bassist Sal Dominguez (Ill Niño, ex-Upon A Burning Body) and lea...


Pnau With Empire of the Sun Release New Single 'Aeiou' Photo Pnau With Empire of the Sun Release New Single 'Aeiou'
by Michael Major - October 12, 2023

Accompanied by a visually spectacular animated video by MELT Studios, who also created the videos for PNAU’s two most recent singles (‘You Know What I Need’ with Troye Sivan and ‘Stars’ with Bebe Rexha and Ozuna) the video sees Littlemore and Steele in AI form, undertaking a wild, intergalactic adve...


Hackney Empire Artistic Director and Joint CEO Yamin Choudury To Step Down in 2024 Photo Hackney Empire Artistic Director and Joint CEO Yamin Choudury To Step Down in 2024
by A.A. Cristi - October 26, 2023

Chair Sir William Atkinson and the Board of Hackney Empire have announced that Yamin Choudury, Artistic Director and Joint CEO, will be stepping down from his position next year, in order to pursue new opportunities....


New Shows Now On Sale For Autumn 24 - Spring 25 At Hackney Empire Photo New Shows Now On Sale For Autumn 24 - Spring 25 At Hackney Empire
by Stephi Wild - September 13, 2024

Hackney Empire has announced details of additional new shows for autumn 2024 and spring 2025, including theatre, dance, music, spoken word and live podcasts. Learn more about the lineup here!...


THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY to Play The Colonial Theatre in May Photo THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY to Play The Colonial Theatre in May
by Blair Ingenthron - April 28, 2024

The internationally acclaimed The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody is opening in Sacramento, California on May 8 at The Colonial Theatre. Tickets are available at the button below....


Video: Zoe Sarnak Talks EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL Photo Video: Zoe Sarnak Talks EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL
by Blair Ingenthron - August 10, 2024

Composer Zoe Sarnak discusses her score for Empire Records: The Musical in the video here!...


Hackney Empire Announces Plans For 2021; Leona Lewis Becomes A Patron Photo Hackney Empire Announces Plans For 2021; Leona Lewis Becomes A Patron
by Stephi Wild - June 21, 2021

In August, Hackney Empire will present ADP 2021: Romeo & Juliet (Title TBC); The Artist Development Programme (ADP) is a two-week summer programme giving a company of 40 young artists, aged 13-19, the opportunity to create an original piece of musical theatre....


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....


Empire of the Sun Details 2025 'Ask That God' North American Tour Photo Empire of the Sun Details 2025 'Ask That God' North American Tour
by Josh Sharpe - December 09, 2024

Empire of the Sun has announced the 2025 North American leg of their Ask That God tour. The headline run will kick off on February 26 at Honolulu’s Blaisdell Arena. Take a look at all of the dates here!...


Photos: Get a First Look at EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL at New World Stages Photo Photos: Get a First Look at EMPIRE: THE MUSICAL at New World Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 01, 2024

Get a first look at photos of Empire: The Musical at New World Stages! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets....


Video: Hackney Empire Provides Updates on Creative Futures
by Stephi Wild - February 23, 2023

As Hackney Empire celebrates more than 120 years at the heart of the local community, and in the wake of the last year’s release of the 20 Years of Creative Futures Impact Report Artistic Director Yamin Choudury and the whole team have announced the release of the film of the Artist Development Prog...


Hackney Empire Announces Details For Autumn Season Photo Hackney Empire Announces Details For Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - September 06, 2022

As Hackney Empire celebrates 120 years at the heart of the local community, Artistic Director Yamin Choudury and the whole team have announced details of the autumn 2022 season, running from September to December. ...


The Majestic Empire Foundation and San Antonio Broadway Theatre to Launch New Partner Photo The Majestic Empire Foundation and San Antonio Broadway Theatre to Launch New Partnership
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 10, 2024

The Majestic Empire Foundation and San Antonio Broadway Theatre announced a partnership to bring professional-quality youth theatre productions to the Charline McCombs Empire Theatre. Learn ore! ...






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