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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!...


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. ...


HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION is Coming to The Empire Theatre In Downtown San Antonio Photo HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION is Coming to The Empire Theatre In Downtown San Antonio
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 16, 2025

The historic Empire Theatre will echo with the sound of a modern myth as Hadestown: Teen Edition takes center stage for one weekend in the historic Empire Theatre. Learn more! ...


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, ...


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!...


Empire of the Sun Details North American Leg of 'Ask That God Tour' Photo Empire of the Sun Details North American Leg of 'Ask That God Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - July 11, 2025

Following a spring stateside run, Empire of the Sun will kick off the new fall 2025 leg on September 23 in Salt Lake City, hitting amphitheaters and venues across the U.S. ...


THE DIRTY DUTCHESS Benefit For Empire Training Center Announced At The Chance Theater Photo THE DIRTY DUTCHESS Benefit For Empire Training Center Announced At The Chance Theater
by A.A. Cristi - February 03, 2025

Empire Training Center For The Arts has announced The Dirty Dutchess, an evening of vaudeville, burlesque and Broadway, at The Chance Theater on March 15 from 8:30pm to 10:30pm. ...


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...


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. . ...


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!...


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....


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....


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!...


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!...


Empire Of The Sun Return With Deluxe Edition of ‘Ask That God’ Album Photo Empire Of The Sun Return With Deluxe Edition of ‘Ask That God’ Album
by Josh Sharpe - January 24, 2025

Following the release of their highly anticipated and critically acclaimed fourth LP, Ask That God, Empire of the Sun is about to elevate the experience with a digital deluxe edition featuring two brand-new tracks. Check out the album now....


Julia Taudevin's AUNTIE EMPIRE Comes to Summerhall For One Night Only Photo Julia Taudevin's AUNTIE EMPIRE Comes to Summerhall For One Night Only
by Stephi Wild - June 13, 2025

Gracing the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with her presence for one night only, Auntie Empire will perform on Friday 22nd August in Summerhall's The Dissection Room. ...


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!...


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....






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