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.
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. ...
THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY Comes to Atlanta This Week
by Stephi Wild - November 29, 2023
The internationally acclaimed The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody is opening in Atlanta, Georgia on November 29 at Pullman Yards / Porter Hall. ...
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....
THE MONGOL KHAN Stage Production Launches Graphic Novel
by Stephi Wild - October 24, 2023
A graphic novel version will be released of the stage show, The Mongol Khan, playing at London's Coliseum November 17 - December 2, 2023....
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, intergal...
No-No Boy's New Album 'Empire Electric' Out Now
by Michael Major - September 29, 2023
No-No Boy's new album 'Empire Electric' is out now on Smithsonian Folkways Recordings. The article also mentions select tour dates in New York, Boston, Seattle, and Washington DC. In addition to Julian Saporiti (lead vocals, instruments, programming) and Emilia Halvorsen Saporiti....
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....
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...
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....
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. ...
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!...
Clive Rowe Will Direct and Star in Hackney Empire's 2023 Pantomime, ALADDIN
by Stephi Wild - April 13, 2023
Clive Rowe will return to direct and star in this year's pantomime Aladdin. Aladdin will run at Hackney Empire from Saturday 18 November to Sunday 31 December, with a press performance at 7pm on Thursday 30 November....
THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: A BURLESQUE PARODY San Diego Announces Final Extension
by A.A. Cristi - April 07, 2023
The internationally acclaimed The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody is extending their run in San Diego by popular demand at the Alderaan Memorial Theatre....
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, ...
Crown The Empire Announce New Album 'DOGMA'
by Michael Major - February 23, 2023
DOGMA, produced and mixed by Zach Jones (Fever 333, Poorstacy, Scene Queen, Nova Twins), is a diverse album fueled by angst, existential identity, isolation, and determination. Over the last three years, the band took time to reflect on personal and collective priorities. This introspection is refle...
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 ...
INSTANT EMPIRE Announces 'Standing Eight Count'
by Michael Major - February 03, 2023
The Denver-based indie rock band Instant Empire is ecstatic to drop the release date of their album, Standing Eight Count. Standing Eight Count will be the band’s fourth LP. To celebrate the news, Instant Empire has shared their new single “Tiny Flashes,”the first single from their just-announ...
Hackney Empire Announces 2023 Spring Season Featuring Comedians, Operas & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 11, 2023
Hackney Empire has announced details of the Spring 2023 season, running from January to April, with an eclectic mix of comedy, music, opera, theatre and talent showcases....
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 Snuts Release Sophomore Album 'Burn the Empire'
by Michael Major - September 30, 2022
Burn The Empire follows The Snuts’ acclaimed debut album W.L., which arrived at No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart last year. Produced by longtime collaborators Detonate and Clarence Coffee Jr the album continues the band’s evolution both sonically and lyrically. A voice for the next generation, singe...
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....
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 EMPIRE STRIPS BACK Extends San Francisco Engagement
by A.A. Cristi - July 28, 2022
Due to popular demand, the internationally acclaimed The Empire Strips Back – the Unauthorized Star Wars Burlesque Parody will extend its engagement at San Francisco's Great Star Theater. ...
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....
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!...
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