WHAT'S ON AT THE LIVERPOOL EMPIRE THEATRE, LIVERPOOL
The Liverpool Empire theatre is Britain’s largest two-tiered venue with a seating capacity of 2350. The Empire opened its doors in 1925. A Grade II listed building, it hosts a wide variety of entertainment from concerts, variety shows, musicals, plays, operas and comedy. It even boasts two theatre ghosts!
The Empire Liverpool has seen impressive productions and premier artists including Frank Sinatra, Royal Variety Performances, Fred Astaire, Judy Garland, Queen, Morecombe and Wise, Tina Turner and The Beatles who played the venue several times in their early careers.
The Liverpool Empire is looking forward to exciting shows and events such as Life Of Pi, Six, Grease, Wicked, Hairspray, Dear Evan Hansen and the Empire’s Christmas show this year is Disney’s Aladdin. See what's on at the Liverpool Empire below and book tickets online.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Here You Come Again - The New Dolly Parton Musical
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Tue 3 - Sat 7 Dec 2024
Only Fools and Horses The Musical
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Mon 9 - Sat 21 Jun 2025
What's On at the Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Ghost The Musical
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Saturday 7 September 2024
OH MY LOVE, MY DARLING... I'VE HUNGERED FOR YOUR TOUCHWalking back to their apartment late one night, a tragic encounter sees Sam murdered and his beloved girlfriend Molly alone, in despair and utterly lost. But with the help of a phony sto...David Essex
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Monday 9 September 2024
Internationally renowned singer, composer and actor David Essex OBE performs his much loved hits spanning over his entire repertoire. David first shot to fame when he went to an audition for the London production of the musical Godspell and...Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Wednesday 11 - Thursday 12 September 2024
Join Peppa, along with her family and friends as they go to the zoo and also the beach for a special party- it's going to be an exciting and fun packed day. Prepare to sing and dance with colourful scarecrows, feed the penguins, build big s...Thoughts and Sounds
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Thursday 12 September 2024
Liverpool Empire Theatre Creative Learning is proud to present Thoughts and Sounds - our first spoken word event in the venue's intimate Piano Bar. Join us for an enchanting evening of poetry and live music and enjoy a free welcome drink, o...Graham Norton
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Friday 13 September 2024
As one of the UK's most treasured broadcaster and presenters, Graham Norton has captured the hearts of millions. But our beloved Graham is also a highly acclaimed author with several bestselling and award-winning books under his belt, now...Tim Peake - Astronauts: The Quest to Explore Space
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Saturday 14 September 2024
After multiple sell-out tours with his debut show, My Journey to Space, Tim Peake returns to venues across the UK with his hugely anticipated new show, ASTRONAUTS: The Quest to Explore Space. With the help of extraordinary archive material ...Public Venue Tour - Empire Memory Day
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The Girls Bathroom Planet Tour
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Sunday 15 September 2024
Their chart-topping podcast, The Girls Bathroom, catapulted the duo to trailblazer status in the podcasting industry and has since taken them on two nationwide tours including sell-out shows at The Savoy Theatre and London Palladium. The Gi...Rambert Dance in Peaky Blinders - The Redemption of Thomas Shelby
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 17 - Saturday 21 September 2024
You young men of the Tunnelling brigade, you are all dead. Not counted among the dead because your bodies were not buried with the dead. But dead inside... Written and adapted for the stage by Peaky Blinders' creator Steven Knight, Peaky Bl...Musical Theatre Masterclass
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Friday 20 September - Friday 13 December 2024
 A workshop developed specifically for young people aged between 8 and 12 to hone performance skills, exploring dance, vocal and character techniques. This fun and confidence building masterclass is delivered by professional musical theat...Storytime
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Friday 20 September - Friday 13 December 2024
Join us each month for our family storytelling sessions....Luther - Luther Vandross Celebration
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Sunday 22 September 2024
The world's premier show in celebration of 'The Velvet Voice'. Experience all the hits from his amazing career, culminating over 40 million album sales and eight Grammy awards including many of the greatest dance anthems and love songs ever...101 Dalmatians
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 24 - Saturday 28 September 2024
The smash hit musical 101 Dalmatians is going on tour, starring Kym Marsh (Coronation Street, Hear'say) as the greatest villain of them all, Cruella De Vil. When fashionista Cruella de Vil plots to swipe all the Dalmatian puppies in town to...Sister Act
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Monday 30 September - Saturday 5 October 2024
Star of stage and screen Wendi Peters will be stepping into the role of Mother Superior when Sister Act the Musical comes to Liverpool this year! Don't miss this eagerly anticipated brand new production of the Broadway and UK award winning ...Public Venue Tour
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Friday 4 October - Saturday 16 November 2024
Discover the origins of the venue, from the moment we opened our doors all the way to current day. See all the original features, tread the boards, and discover the stories from both staff and visiting productions. Tours will last approxima...The Elvis Tribute Artist World Tour
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Sunday 6 October 2024
Starring three winners of Elvis Presley Enterprises' Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest including including the first ever winner Shawn Klush (USA) and introducing the latest 2022 winner, for his first appearances in the UK, Victor Trevi...Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 8 - Sunday 20 October 2024
In a brand-new production of this much-loved family favourite, directed by Thom Southerland (Titanic, Parade), choreographed by Karen Bruce (BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, The Bodyguard) and designed by Morgan Large (Newsies, Joseph and the T...English National Ballet - Mary Skeaping's Giselle
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Wednesday 23 - Saturday 26 October 2024
Giselle is a haunting story of innocence and betrayal - a timeless tale about the redemptive power of love. Experience the emotional power of one of the greatest classical ballets, with this five-star production, following rave reviews and ...& Juliet
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Monday 28 October - Saturday 2 November 2024
Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as Juliet ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love-her way. Created by the Emmy-winning writer from "Schitt's Creek," this hilarious new musical flips the sc...The Australian Pink Floyd
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Monday 4 November 2024
Since their first ever concert in Adelaide, Australia in 1988 the Australian Pink Floyd Show have performed in over 35 countries worldwide; played at David Gilmour's 50th birthday celebration and were even joined on stage by Rick Wright. TA...John Bishop
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 5 November 2024
Comedian, TV presenter and actor John Bishop took a less travelled route into show business. Born and raised in Liverpool, the younger Bishop was a semi-professional footballer for Southport and Hyde United, following in the footsteps of ol...Ant Middleton
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Wednesday 6 November 2024
This year, Ant Middleton returns to the UK stage to talk all things K2; from the gut-wrenching experience of leaving his family to travel to one of the most dangerous mountains in the world - and the consecutive obstacles he had to surmount...The Illegal Eagles - Eagles Tribute Band
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Thursday 7 November 2024
Celebrating the music of the legendary West Coast Country Rock band, The Illegal Eagles return in 2020 for another outstanding show promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship. Thi...Lulu
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Saturday 9 November 2024
Since 15 year-old Lulu stormed into the UK charts with her iconic hit, 'Shout', she has established herself as a pioneer of popular culture and now, 60 years later, prepares to celebrate her milestone 75th birthday year with fans on her C...The Music of Hans Zimmer vs John Williams
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Sunday 10 November 2024
An epic concert celebrating the very best epic scores from two of the greatest film composers of all time. Includes music from: GladiatorSupermanMan of SteelHarry PotterInceptionJurassic ParkThe Dark Knight RisesPirates of the CaribbeanHook...Dear Evan Hansen
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Lyric Theatre
Tuesday 12 - Saturday 16 November 2024
A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he's always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the deeply...MANIA - The ABBA Tribute
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Sunday 17 November 2024
Formed in 1999 - as ABBA Mania - and following an eighteen week run in London's West End in 2002, MANIA is accepted as the world's number one ABBA tribute show. A special concert which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoya...An Inspector Calls
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 19 - Saturday 23 November 2024
J B Priestley's Classic Thriller AN INSPECTOR CALLS Stephen Daldry's multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley's classic thriller returns. Hailed as the theatrical event of its generation, winning more awards than any ...Frank Skinner
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Sunday 24 November 2024
Following a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe and 7-nights at the Lyric Theatre in London's West End, comic legend Frank Skinner is back with his critically acclaimed new show '30 Years of Dirt'. Skinner's live career began in 1987 when ...The Magic of The Beatles
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Wednesday 27 November 2024
The Magic of The Beatles is one of the UK's leading Beatles tribute shows who play to ecstatic sell-out audiences all over the world. The stars of this lavish production not only look and sound like John, Paul, George and Ringo, they also g...Fairytale of New York
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Thursday 28 November 2024
From the producers of Seven Drunken Nights-The Story of The Dubliners and featuring an international cast of singers, musicians and dancers Fairytale of New York brings you all of your favorite Christmas songs including Driving home fo...Mo Gilligan
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Friday 29 November 2024
Mo Gilligan is a British stand-up comedian known for his observational comedy. After several years of uploading comedy clips to social media, he found global success in 2017. He hosted The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan, which debuted in 201...The Holiday In Concert - The Film with Live Orchestra
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Saturday 30 November 2024
The beloved Christmas film The Holiday will be presented live in concert this winter, featuring its magical musical score performed live to the film by a full concert orchestra. A Universal Pictures production, The Holiday stars Cameron...Here You Come Again - The New Dolly Parton Musical
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 3 - Saturday 7 December 2024
For the first time ever, all of Dolly Parton's biggest hits can be experienced together in a rollicking and joyous new musical comedy Here You Come Again. Packed with the iconic songs 'Jolene, '9 to 5', 'Islands in the Stream', 'I Will Alwa...Disney's Aladdin
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Wednesday 11 December 2024 - Sunday 5 January 2025
From the producers that brought you The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast and Frozen, comes the spectacular Disney Broadway and West End musical ALADDIN. Don't miss out on Disney's enchanting Aladdin musical, an extraordinary theatrical pheno...Varna International Ballet - Swan Lake
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Friday 10 January 2025
The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky's haunting and unforgettable score. From the impressive splendour of the Palace ballroom to the moon-lit lake where swans glide in perfect formation, this compelli...Varna International Ballet - The Nutcracker
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Saturday 11 January 2025
This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve. As snowflakes fall outside, the warm glow of the open fire sends flickering shadows across the boughs of the Christmas tree and all the present...Everton Legends - 40th Anniversary
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Sunday 12 January 2025
Four Everton Legends are coming to The Empire Theatre, Liverpool to talk about their action-packed football careers. Starring Graeme Sharp, Tony Cottee, Ian Snodin and Peter Reid. Come and listen to stories and anecdotes from their glitteri...BOST Musicals presents Annie
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Thursday 16 - Saturday 18 January 2025
Why not treat your friends and family to tickets for this fun and fabulous show, which is sure to bring a SMILE to all of their faces? ...Bat Out Of Hell
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Monday 20 - Saturday 25 January 2025
BAT OUT OF HELL makes a triumphant return to the UK in 2025, with a thrilling spectacle of a show where the timeless music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf reigns supreme! Get ready for an electrifying experience that will ignite your passion ...Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Monday 27 January 2025
Sing-a-Long-a Productions, producers of Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music and Sing-a-Long-a Grease brings you their newest show, the smash hit film musical that everyone can't stop singing - The Greatest Showman! Look out 'cause here it com...Queen Extravaganza - The Official Queen Tribute Band
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 28 January 2025
The official Queen tribute band produced by Roger Taylor and Brian May. The band, who began touring all over the globe back in 2012, are made up of a rolling cast of gifted musicians who have been hand picked by Roger Taylor and Brian May. ...Greg Davies
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Wednesday 29 January - Saturday 1 February 2025
Star of shows such as Taskmaster, The Inbetweeners, The Cleaner, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Man Down and Cuckoo, comedian Greg Davies is heading back out on tour for the first time in 7 years with his brand-new 2025 stand-up show Full Fat Le...Katherine Ryan
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Sunday 2 February 2025
Star of UKTV's hugely popular new series Parental Guidance as well as Comedy Central's upcoming Out of Order with Rosie Jones and Judi Love, TV's beloved Katherine Ryan makes a hugely welcome return to the stage with her brand-new live stan...Ellen Kent's La Bohème
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Friday 7 February 2025
Senbla presents Opera International's award-winning Ellen Kent Production featuring the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv, with international soloists, highly-praised chorus and full orchestra. Directed by Ellen Kent, this brand new pro...Ellen Kent's Madama Butterfly
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Saturday 8 February 2025
Senbla presents Opera International's award-winning Ellen Kent and the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv production, with international soloists, highly-praised chorus and full orchestra. Back by overwhelming public demand, this award-w...Chicago
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Monday 10 - Saturday 15 February 2025
CHICAGO, the "sexiest musical ever" (Metro) is back."Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery... all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts" So begins the international multi-award-winning musical, CHICAGO. ...The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 18 - Saturday 22 February 2025
Step through the wardrobe into the magic kingdom of Narnia where a world of wonder awaits. Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they meet new friends, face dangerous foes and learn the lessons of courage, sacrifice, and the power of love. ...Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 25 February - Saturday 1 March 2025
Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake returns for its 30th anniversary with a 2024/25 UK tour. This audacious reinvention of Tchaikovsky's masterpiece caused a sensation when it premiered almost 30 years ago and has since become the most successful da...NOW That's What I Call A Musical
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Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 4 - Saturday 8 March 2025
Celebrating 40 years of iconic and chart-topping compilation albums, this brand-new musical comedy has an unbeatable 80s soundtrack and show-stopping direction and choreography by Strictly Come Dancing's Craig Revel Horwood. This is an even...How to get to the Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Most Popular Shows and Events at Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Here You Come Again - The New Dolly Parton Musical
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Tue 3 - Sat 7 Dec 2024
Only Fools and Horses The Musical
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Mon 9 - Sat 21 Jun 2025