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.
Clive Row Will Direct and Star in JACK AND THE BEANSTALK at Hackney Empire
by Stephi Wild - January 27, 2026
Clive Rowe will return to the Hackney Empire stage for Jack and the Beanstalk in 2026, with performances from Saturday 21 November – Thursday 31 December 2026. Learn more here!...
FRIGID Nightcap to Present AGE OF EMPIRE?, a Late-Night Variety Show
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 14, 2026
This January, FRIGID Nightcap will present Age of Empire?, a late-night variety show interrogating the return of imperial power exercised openly and without restraint. ...
World Premiere of Disaster Plan's AUNTIE EMPIRE Comes to Manipulate Festival
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2026
The hilarious dark comedy, Auntie Empire, will premiere at Summerhall Arts in February as part of Manipulate Festival 2026. Learn more about the upcoming show here!...
Empire Technical Fabrication Voluntarily Recognizes Shop Workers’ Union
by Stephi Wild - November 07, 2025
Empire Technical Fabrication has voluntarily recognized the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 632 as the collective bargaining representative for shop employees at its Wayne, New Jersey facility....
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! ...
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. ...
Initial Cast Set For CINDERELLA Pantomime at Hackney Empire
by Stephi Wild - July 10, 2025
Following the success of 2024's pantomime, Dick Whittington and his Cat, Hackney Empire has announced the initial casting for the 2025 pantomime Cinderella....
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. ...
Review Roundup: THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 08, 2025
See what the critics are saying about The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody at Riverside Studios! Learn more about the production and read aoo of the reviews here. ...
Frist Art Museum to Present VENICE AND THE OTTOMAN EMPIRE
by A.A. Cristi - April 02, 2025
The Frist Art Museum to present Venice and the Ottoman Empire, an exhibition that explores the artistic and cultural exchange between the Republic of Venice and the Ottoman Empire over four centuries. Organized by the Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia and The Museum Box, the exhibition will be on ...
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. ...
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....
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....
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!...
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!...
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. ...
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!...
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!...
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! ...
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!...
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....
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!...
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....
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!...
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....
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