From August 2024
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
A fun-filled hit for all the family. Don’t let it take off without you!
Welcome to LIVERP O OL EM P IRE THEAT R E
This is your handy What’s On guide, featuring the much anticipated shows on their way to the largest two-tier theatre in the UK right here on Lime Street. Heading into our centenary year in 2025, we promise to continue to strive for the kind of excellence that won us the Experience Provider of the Year award at the Liverpool Chamber Innovation in Business Awards 2023.
Always remember you can save money on shows by getting a group together or securing Price Promise tickets from just £13. Also, check out ATG+ Membership, another way to make savings and benefit from rewards. See our website for further details.
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We can’t wait to welcome you into the Liverpool Empire Theatre very soon!
Diane Belding, Theatre Director
Echo & The Bunnymen
Photography by John Johnson.
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LIVERPOOL EMPIRE YOUTH THEATRE PRESENTS
Liverpool Empire Youth Theatre presents Spring Awakening
Sat 10 Aug
Liverpool Empire Youth Theatre’s senior group presents Spring Awakening. Originally the winner of eight Tony® Awards, Spring Awakening explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with poignancy and passion that is illuminating and unforgettable. The landmark musical is an electrifying fusion of morality, sexuality and rock ‘n’ roll that has exhilarated audiences like no other musical in years Ages 15+
Book & Lyrics by Steven Sater. Music by Duncan Sheik. Based on the play by Frank Wedekind. This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI www.mtishows.co.uk
Liverpool Empire Youth Theatre presents Bring It On The Musical
Fri 16 & Sat 17 Aug
Bitingly relevant, sprinkled with sass and inspired by the hit film, Bring It On The Musical takes you on a journey filled with the complexities of friendship, jealousy, betrayal and forgiveness. From some of Broadway’s freshest creative minds, featuring an original story by Tony® Award-winner Jeff Whitty (Avenue Q), music and lyrics by Pulitzer and Tony® Award-winning composer, Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton), music by Pulitzer and Tony® Award-winning composer, Tom Kitt (Next to Normal) and lyrics by Broadway lyricist, Amanda Green (High Fidelity).
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI www.mtishows.co.uk
BE LIEVE
THE MUSICAL
Ghost the Musical
‘Oh My Love, My Darling… I’ve hungered for your touch.’
Walking 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 phoney storefront psychic, Sam, trapped between this world and the next, tries to communicate with Molly in the hope of saving her from grave danger…
The movie Ghost is one of cinema’s biggest all-time hits. Starring the late Patrick Swayze alongside Demi Moore and Whoopi Goldberg, it was the highest grossing film of 1990 and won an Oscar for screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin who has adapted his screenplay for this musical.
The international smash hit returns to the stage, featuring The Righteous Brothers’ Unchained Melody alongside many more terrific songs co-written by Eurythmics’ Dave Stewart. Ages 12+
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Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out!
Peaky Blinders The Redemption of Thomas Shelby
Wed 11 & Thu 12 Sep Tue 17 – Sat 21 Sep
Peppa Pig is back in her oinktastic brand new live show, Fun Day Out!
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 sandcastles, and even swim in the sea!
Packed full of songs, dance and muddy puddles, Peppa’s Fun Day Out! guarantees giggles and snorts for all Peppa fans, and a perfect introduction to theatre.
Spectacular dramatisation and breathtaking dance is heightened by a live on-stage band performing specially commissioned music by Roman GianArthur and iconic Peaky tracks.
Throughout Rambert’s packed-out tour, fans of the TV show and audiences fresh to Peaky were united in their enthusiasm for this adaptation written by the series’ creator Steven Knight with direction and choreography by Rambert’s Artistic Director Benoit Swan Pouffer Ages 15+
In association with Birmingham Hippodrome. Co-produced with the Lowry. Executive Producers Rambert, Robin Saunders and Simon Sinek. Inspired by the television series Peaky Blinders created by Steven Knight. In association with Caryn Mandabach Productions. Peaky Blinders © TM Caryn Mandabach Productions 2022. Licensed by Caryn Mandabach Productions.
101 Dalmatians the Musical
The smash hit musical 101 Dalmatians is scampering to Liverpool, 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 create her fabulous new fur coat, there’s trouble ahead for Pongo and Perdi and their litter of adorable, tail-wagging young pups.
Dodie Smith’s classic canine caper is brought to life on-stage with spectacular puppetry, showstopping choreography, witty songs and irresistible puppies!
This new musical is written by Douglas Hodge (music and lyrics) and Johnny McKnight (book), from a stage adaptation by Zinnie Harris
Book your tickets now – you’d be barking mad to miss it!
Ages 5+
Sister Act
Don’t miss this eagerly anticipated, brand new production of the Broadway and UK award-winning musical Sister Act, direct from London.
All your prayers have been answered with a stunning cast, including Coronation Street and theatre legend Wendi Peters as Mother Superior and West End star Landi Oshinowo as Deloris, everyone’s favourite nun on the run!
Featuring original music by Tony® and eight-time Oscar Award-winner Alan Menken (Disney’s Aladdin, Enchanted) and songs inspired by Motown, soul and disco, this heavenly musical is joyous and uplifting in equal measures. A musical sent from above, Sister Act is the brilliant, must-see show which raises the spirits and warms the soul time after time.
Ages 12+
‘Heavenly hit show.’ – Daily Mail
‘Hallelujah! A heavenly revival.’ –
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
The most fantasmagorical musical of all time flies into Liverpool for two weeks only!
In a brand new production of this much-loved family favourite and starring Adam Garcia (Wicked, Kiss Me Kate, Coyote Ugly), Liam Fox (Emmerdale) and The Vivienne (Drag Race UK winner, The Wizard of Oz), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is bursting with unforgettable songs by the Sherman Brothers including Toot Sweets, Hushabye Mountain, Truly Scrumptious and, of course, the Academy Award-nominated title song, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. The Potts family’s adventures to far off lands in their magical motor car make Chitty Chitty Bang Bang a funfilled hit for all the family. Don’t let it take off without you!
‘Makes your heart soar.’ – Southern Daily Echo
‘Pure pleasure.’ – The Scotsman
Photo by Paul Coltas .
Giselle
Following five-star reviews in January 2024, English National Ballet’s celebrated production of the greatest Romantic ballet brings a haunting tale of love and forgiveness to the Liverpool Empire stage.
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Young peasant girl Giselle is in love with Albrecht, a duke who hides his title and his betrothal to another. When Giselle discovers his deception, she is driven to madness, and dies of a broken heart. By night, the Wilis gather by her grave, ready to welcome her into their fold as the vengeful spirits of betrayed brides, who force men to dance to their death. Will Giselle’s love protect Albrecht from his fate?
From the sunny optimism of idyllic village life to a moonlit world of mystery and menace, Mary Skeaping’s enthralling production features some of ballet’s most dramatic scenes and otherworldly images.
Adolphe Adam’s lush score, performed live by English National Ballet Philharmonic, sets the scene for an atmospheric and ultimately heartbreaking performance.
Ages 10+
‘Packed with lively detail and terrific suspense.’ – The Arts Desk
‘A pitch-perfect production.’
– What’sOnStage
‘Bewitching… makes the 21st century fall beautifully and blissfully away.’ – The Daily Telegraph
GISELLE MARY SKEAPING’S
& Juliet
Currently breaking box office records on Broadway and following a phenomenal award-winning run in London’s West End, & Juliet is heading to Liverpool.
Fabulously fresh and riotously funny, & Juliet will have audiences roaring for more!
From the writer of multi award-winning Schitt’s Creek, Juliet’s new story explodes into life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including Britney Spears’ …Baby One More Time, Katy Perry’s Roar and many more chart-toppers – all from pop music’s no.1 hitmaker Max Martin and his collaborators.
Award-winning recording artist and actor Matt Cardle leads the company. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo
‘All-singing, all-dancing glitter ball of a show. Everything about it is designed to dazzle and delight.’ –
Dear Evan Hansen
Today is going to be a good day. And here’s why…
Meet Evan: an anxious high school kid who wants nothing more than to fit in. The thing is, on his way to fitting in, he didn’t tell the whole truth…
Dear Evan Hansen has a score by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Oscar-winning composers for The Greatest Showman), book by Steven Levenson and more awards than can be listed here. Well OK, we’ll mention a few: Tony® Award for Best Musical, Olivier Award for Best New Musical, Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Score…
With direction by Adam Penford, this brand new production marks the first time that the Broadway and West End phenomenon will tour the UK and Ireland.
ATG Productions presents the Nottingham Playhouse Production Presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International Ages 12+
‘The musical of its generation, for all generations.’
– BBC Radio 2
J B PRIESTLEY’S CLASSIC THRILLER
AN INSPECTOR CALLS
DIRECTED BY STEPHEN DALDRY
An Inspector Calls
Stephen Daldry’s multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley’s classic thriller returns after a recordbreaking, sell out tour in 2022.
Winner of 19 major awards and hailed as the theatrical event of its generation, An Inspector Calls has thrilled more than five million theatregoers worldwide.
When Inspector Goole arrives unexpectedly at the prosperous Birling family home, their peaceful dinner party is shattered by his investigations into the death of a young woman. His startling revelations shake the very foundations of their lives and challenge us all to examine our consciences. More relevant now than ever, this is a must-see for a whole new generation.
‘Spectacular.’ – The Mail on Sunday
‘Visually astonishing.’ – Daily Express
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Here You Come Again
Prior to the West End.
For the first time ever, all of Dolly Parton’s biggest hits can be experienced together in a rollicking and joyous new musical comedy.
Packed with the iconic songs Jolene, 9 to 5, Islands in the Stream, I Will Always Love You, Here You Come Again and more, this lively and touching new musical tells the story of a diehard fan whose fantasy version of international icon Dolly Parton gets him through trying times. With her wit, humour and charm, Dolly teaches him a whole lot about life, love and how to pull yourself up by your bootstraps… even if your bootstraps don’t have rhinestones!
Here You Come Again was originally written by two-time Emmy Award-winning comedy and song writer Bruce Vilanch with Gabriel Barre (who also directs) and Tricia Paoluccio (who also plays Dolly) and has now been adapted for the UK by acclaimed British playwright Jonathan Harvey (Gimme, Gimme, Gimme and Coronation Street)
Ages 11+
Disney’s Aladdin
Disney’s classic film Aladdin has been spectacularly reimagined for the stage from the producers of The Lion King.
Make memories you will never forget with Disney’s Aladdin.
Filled with unforgettable magic, comedy, dazzling costumes and featuring all the smash hit songs by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, including Friend Like Me, A Whole New World, One Jump Ahead, Prince Ali, and Arabian Nights. You will be enchanted by this timeless story, where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite!
Ages 6+
‘Truly spectacular.’ – Manchester Evening News
‘Simply phenomenal.’ – Edinburgh Evening News
‘Pure magic from start to finish.’ – Broadway World
‘Everything in this show is magnificent.’ – Fife Today
BOST presents Annie
Thu 16 – Sat 18 Jan 2025
Everyone loves Annie, the feisty 11-year-old redhead who spars with the disillusioned Miss Hannigan at the NYC orphanage, then ends up adopted, together with her dog Sandy, by the billionaire Oliver Warbucks! This journey is no Easy Street and it doesn’t happen as immediately as Tomorrow, but Annie’s HardKnock Life is amazingly turned around.
Come and enjoy this fantastic musical, featuring these well-loved songs and many more, all leading towards the perfect happy ending.
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI www.mtishows.co.uk
Performed by the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv. The tragic tale of the doomed, consumptive Mimi and her love for a penniless writer including Muzetta’s dog. Sung in Italian with English surtitles with full orchestra. Cast subject to change.
Ellen Kent Puccini’s Madama Butterfly
Performed by the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv. Returning with exquisite sets and fabulous costumes, including antique wedding kimonos from Japan. Sung in Italian with English surtitles with full orchestra. Cast subject to change.
Ellen Kent Puccini’s La Bohème
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Bat Out of Hell
Bat Out of Hell makes a triumphant return to the UK in 2025 in a spectacle that promises to be nothing short of legendary!
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In this reimagined show, the timeless music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf reigns supreme with a dynamic eightpiece rock band performing amidst sprawling multi-level platforms that transport you through the diverse worlds of Bat Out of Hell.
The epic cast – including Glenn Adamson, Katie Tonkinson, Rob Fowler and Sharon Sexton – will bring their powerhouse vocals to Meat Loaf’s anthems, including I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That), Dead Ringer for Love and of course, Bat Out of Hell
Brace yourself for a sizzling, heart-pounding adventure that will set your passion ablaze for love and rock!
with a bang and a vengeance.’ – Manchester Evening News
‘Gloriously over the top.’ – The Independent
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Chicago
‘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.
Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, Chicago is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her.
Created by the musical theatre talents of John Kander, Fred Ebb and legendary choreographer Bob Fosse, Chicago’s sexy, sassy score with one showstopping song after another includes Razzle Dazzle, Cell Block Tango and All That Jazz
Ages 13+
‘Still the sexiest most sensational musical.’ –Sunday Express
‘Sexy, sassy, sultry, seductive, sensual, slinky, sophisticated.’ – The Independent on Sunday
Photo by Danielle Levitt .
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Tristram Kenton
BASED ON THE NOVEL BY C.S. LEWIS
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as the West End smash hit production of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe comes to Liverpool in February.
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.
Watch the nation’s favourite novel The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe come to life on-stage in this spectacular production which is guaranteed to delight all ages.
★★★★★ ‘Spectacular.’ – Metro
★★★★ ‘A fantastical family treat.’ – The Daily Telegraph
★★★★ ‘Exhilarating production, spellbinding spectacle and perfect puppetry.’ – The Guardian
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake
Matthew Bourne’s audacious, rule-breaking reinvention of Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece caused a sensation when it premiered almost 30 years ago.
It has now become the most successful dance theatre production of all time, creating new audiences and inspiring generations of young dancers. In celebration of that ongoing impact, Swan Lake will take flight once more in a major new revival for the next generation of dancers, and for audiences who will experience it for the very first time.
Thrilling, bold, witty and emotive, this genre-defining event is still best known for replacing the female corps-deballet with a menacing male ensemble, which shattered convention, turning tradition on its head.
★★★★★ ‘The show that changed the dance landscape forever.’ – The Observer ★★★★★ – Evening Standard
NOW That’s What I Call A Musical
Two best friends, one unforgettable reunion!
Friends reunite, drama unfolds and old flames reappear in this brand new British musical comedy!
Celebrating 40 years of iconic and chart-topping compilation albums, this brand new musical comedy has an unbeatable 80s soundtrack and showstopping direction and choreography by Strictly Come Dancing’s Craig Revel Horwood
This fun-filled evening is bursting with some of the greatest hits from the 80s: Gold, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Tainted Love, Hey Mickey, Sisters Are Doing It For Themselves and many more!
Starring award-winning comedy actress and EastEnders star Nina Wadia who will be joined on-stage by special guest and pop icon, Sonia – performing one of her smash hits, Better The Devil You Know! Ages 6+
NOW is produced by ROYO, Universal Music UK, SONY Music Entertainment and Mighty Village, and celebrates 40 years of NOW That’s What I Call Music.
Blood Brothers
Written by Willy Russell, Blood
Brothers tells the captivating tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.
Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi award-winning Blood Brothers. Bill Kenwright’s production ran for more than 10,000 performances in London’s West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been affectionately christened the ‘Standing Ovation Musical’, as inevitably it ‘Brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval.’ (Daily Mail).
The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.
Ages 12+
‘Exhilarating... one of the best musicals ever written.’
– The Sunday Times ‘A triumphant evening... unmissable and unbeatable.’
– The Spectator
Previous cast.
Photo by Jack Merriman .
Boys from the Blackstuff
Following two sell out seasons at Liverpool’s Royal Court, Boys from the Blackstuff is coming home for one week only direct from the National Theatre and the West End.
Gizza job. Go on, gizzit.
80s Liverpool. Chrissie, Loggo, George, Dixie and Yosser are used to hard work and providing for their families. But there is no work and there is no money. What are they supposed to do? Work harder, work longer, buy cheaper, spend less? They just need a chance.
James Graham’s powerful new adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s BAFTA Award-winning TV series, directed by Kate Wasserberg, is returning to Liverpool direct from the National Theatre and the West End. Ages 10+
Bill Kenwright Ltd presents the Liverpool’s Royal Court and National Theatre production
‘A masterpiece. Equally heartbreaking and hilarious.’ – Liverpool Echo
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War Horse
The National Theatre’s acclaimed production of War Horse returns to Liverpool in an all-new UK & Ireland tour.
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Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford, and directed by Tom Morris, this powerfully moving and imaginative drama takes audiences on an extraordinary journey from rural Devon to the trenches of First World War France.
At its heart are astonishing life-sized horses by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to thrilling life on-stage.
Ages 10+
‘A triumph of theatricality.’
– The Observer
‘An entertainment phenomenon.’
– The Daily Telegraph
West End cast.
Photo by Brinkhoff/Mögenburg .
UK AND IRELAND TOUR
THE WHIP CRACKIN’ MUSICAL CLASSIC
Calamity Jane
Gosh almighty! Musical comedy classic Calamity Jane is a rollin’ on over the plains to Liverpool, starring the multi award-winning West End actress and singer Carrie Hope Fletcher (Cinderella, Les Misérables).
Meet the fearless, gun-slingin’ Calamity Jane – biggest mouth in Dakota territory and always up for a fight. But when the men of Deadwood fall hard for Chicago stage star Adelaid Adams, Calamity struggles to keep her jealousy holstered. Her heart’s a thumpin’... but who for?
With the sure-fire classic songs The Deadwood Stage (Whip-Crack-Away) and The Black Hills of Dakota, The Watermill Theatre’s production of Calamity Jane is directed by Nikolai Foster, co-directed and choreographed by Nick Winston and features musical supervision by Olivier, Grammy and Tony® Award-winner Catherine Jayes.
What are you waiting for, you wild coyotes? Whip-crackaway and book now!
Photo by Oliver Rosser .
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Hamilton
Lin-Manuel Miranda’s multi awardwinning phenomenon Hamilton is touring the UK & Ireland and is coming to Liverpool for a five week season – tickets selling fast!
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Hamilton is the story of America’s Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington’s right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and helped shape the very foundations of the America we know today. The score blends hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B and Broadway –the story of America then, as told by America now.
Hamilton features book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, and is based on Ron Chernow’s biography of Alexander Hamliton.
Ages 10+
The Music of Fleetwood Mac
by Candlelight
Featuring an incredible cast of West End singers and a spectacular live band, join us for a ‘landslide’ concert, jam-packed with Fleetwood Mac hits, as you have never heard them before, by candlelight!
David Essex
Internationally renowned singer, composer and actor David Essex OBE performs his much-loved hits. David has enjoyed a remarkable career that has combined concerts, records, theatre, composing, films and television with striking success.
Legend: The Music of Bob Marley
When you think reggae, there is only one name that comes to mind. An unforgettable evening combines Marley’s superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship as a supremely talented cast recreate Could You Be Loved, Is This Love, One Love, Three Little Birds and more.
An Evening With Graham Norton
Graham Norton, the nation’s favourite talk show host and author, is taking to the road with a brand new tour this autumn to celebrate the publication of his latest book Frankie; free copy available on the night with every ticket. Ages 16+
Luther Live
The world’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Voice’. Experience all the hits from his amazing career, culminating in over 40 million album sales and eight Grammy Awards, including some of the greatest love songs ever written.
The Elvis Tribute Artist World Tour
Sun 6 Oct
Direct from the USA, the world’s most successful Elvis tribute show returns to the UK. Starring three Elvis tribute Grand Champions, including Shawn Klush with fellow American Moses Snow, alongside the UK’s Ben Thompson
John Bishop Back At It
Tue 5 Nov
After two years spent TV presenting, stage acting, podcast hosting, dog walking and decorating the spare room, comedy superstar John Bishop is getting Back At It – doing what he does best – standing on-stage and making people laugh. Ages 14+
The Illegal Eagles With special guests Nearly Dan
Thu 7 Nov
The Illegal Eagles return for another outstanding evening of the very best of The Eagles. They’ll be joined by special guests Nearly Dan, bringing the lyrical style of Donald Fagen and Walter Becker’s iconic Steely Dan.
Sun 22 Sep
TH E AT R E FO R ALL
We are committed to making our venues accessible for all and regularly schedule performances that are tailored to ensure everyone can enjoy the magic of live theatre.
Audio Described
Peaky Blinders: The Redemption
of Thomas Shelby Fri 20 Sep 7.30pm
& Juliet Fri 1 Nov 7.30pm
Dear Evan Hansen Fri 15 Nov 7.30pm
Disney’s Aladdin Thu 2 Jan 2025 7.30pm
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake
Sat 1 Mar 2025 2.30pm
War Horse Wed 16 Apr 2025 7.30pm
Hamilton Thu 29 May 2025 7.30pm
BSL Interpreted
Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby Thu 19 Sep 7.30pm & Juliet Thu 31 Oct 7.30pm
Dear Evan Hansen Thu 14 Nov 7.30pm
An Inspector Calls Thu 21 Nov 7.30pm
Disney’s Aladdin Wed 18 Dec 7.30pm
War Horse Thu 17 Apr 2025 7.30pm
Hamilton Tue 27 May 2025 7.30pm
Further information
Did you know, that for every performance (not just assisted performances), we have dedicated members of staff on hand to ensure any patrons with access requirements have everything they need? See page 7 for more details.
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Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby Sat 21 Sep 2.30pm
Dear Evan Hansen Wed 13 Nov 7.30pm
Disney’s Aladdin Fri 3 Jan 2025 7.30pm War Horse Tue 15 Apr 2025 7.30pm
Hamilton Wed 28 May 2025 7.30pm
Champagne for Lulu
Celebrating 60 Years
The UK’s greatest female rock ‘n’ roll legend Lulu is extending her Champagne for Lulu farewell tour celebrating her turning 75 last year and 60 years since she stormed into the UK charts with her iconic hit Shout
The Music of Zimmer vs Williams
MANIA The ABBA Tribute
Sun 17 Nov Sun 10 Nov
She Loves You, A Hard Day’s Night, Help!, Sgt Pepper, Hey Jude, Here Comes the Sun, Get Back – all you need for an evening of million-selling memories. Sat 9 Nov
Direct from London’s West End, MANIA is accepted as the world’s number one ABBA tribute production. Dig out those platforms, dust down those flares, and enjoy all your favourite hits including Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Winner Takes It All and Super Trouper Ages 5+
The London Concert Orchestra perform epic scores celebrating two of the greatest film music composers of all time. Featuring music from Gladiator, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Pirates of the Caribbean, Star Wars and more...
The Magic of The Beatles The Shake It Up Baby Tour
Wed 27 Nov
Fairytale of New York
From the producers of Seven Drunken Nights
– The Story of The Dubliners, the ultimate Irish-inspired Christmas concert is back as our talented singers, musicians and dancers perform all your festive favourites! Imagine a St. Patrick’s Day party... on Christmas Day!
The Holiday In Concert Film with Live Orchestra
Don’t miss the beloved Christmas film, The Holiday, presented live in concert this winter. A special screening of the classic film, with the musical score performed live by a full orchestra!
Mo Gilligan In the Moment
Triple BAFTA-winning stand-up sensation
Mo Gilligan returns with his highly anticipated world tour… In the Moment. Mo is one of the UK’s biggest comedy stars, achieving phenomenal success in just a few short years with two
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The Liverpool Empire Youth Academy
We are looking forward to welcoming new members to our youth theatre programme. Our annual auditions will take place in September 2024. Membership to our groups is for a full academic year through to July 2025. Auditions are free, but you must register in advance. Each age group provides participants with high quality training by industry professionals to develop skills in musical theatre through weekly sessions and performance opportunities throughout the year.
Mini Youth Theatre – No audition required
Weekly sessions
Aged 7 – 11 (School years 3 – 6)
Junior Youth Theatre
Weekly sessions
Aged 11 – 15 (School years 7 – 10)
Senior Youth Theatre
Weekly sessions
Aged 15 – 19 (School years 11 and above)
Young Company
Development programme for emerging artists. Aged 18+
New for 2024
Friday Morning Musical Theatre Drop-in
The monthly session is specifically for young people from the home school community. A specially designed session to help build confidence and self-esteem through musical theatre and drama-based activities.
Fri 20 Sep, Fri 18 Oct, Fri 22 Nov & Fri 13 Dec 11.45am – 1.15pm
Music and Storytelling
Join us for a family storytelling adventure told through music and movement. Suitable for the whole family to attend from 0–5 years.
Fri 20 Sep, Fri 18 Oct, Fri 22 Nov & Fri 13 Dec 10.15am – 11.15am
Public Tours
Experience an immersive and informative guided tour inside our historical Grade II* listed theatre. Discover the origins of the venue, from the moment we opened our doors, all the way to the current day. See all the original features, tread the boards, and discover the stories from both staff and visiting productions. Tours last approximately 1.5 hours and involve a number of stairs.
Thu 22 Aug, Fri 4 Oct, Thu 31 Oct & Sat 16 Nov
Please note, backstage access is subject to availability as per the wishes of the production and is not guaranteed. Tours must be booked and paid for in advance. Does not include a ticket to the show. Private tours available upon request for schools and groups of 10 or more participants.
BUY ON E A ND GE T
ComCab
You’ve selected your seats, booked your tickets, pre-ordered your pre-show drinks, all you need to do is book your transport to round off the perfect night. ComCab are Liverpool’s largest taxi-only operator, all our vehicles are easy access and can carry up to six passengers. Book your journey via the app or by phone and save 15% when quoting EMPIRE15.
0151 298 2222 | comcab.co.uk/liv
The happiest hour in town
Available the first hour of opening on a range of our delicious cocktails.
(Venue opens 1hr 45mins before the show –excludes matinée shows)
Merseyrail
One of the most punctual and reliable rail networks in the UK with consistently high scores for customer satisfaction. Voted the UK’s most family-friendly rail operator. With a range of tickets available, including Day Saver and family tickets and no evening peak, the network offers some of the most affordable fares in the country. Its new state-of-the-art trains, make Merseyrail one of the most accessible networks in the country, plan your journey today.
merseyrail.org
Liverpool ONE
5 Wall St, Liverpool L1 8JQ
With some of the most popular shops, restaurants and leisure brands in the North West, there’s so much to experience at Liverpool ONE. Enjoy a delicious meal or grab food-to-go before the show, or head back for a couple of drinks afterwards. Choose from the nation’s favourite food spots on the Terrace facing our park, or try one of the international eateries on Paradise St and Hanover St.
0151 232 3100 | liverpool-one.com
Gordon
Ramsay –Bread Street Kitchen & Bar
45 Paradise St, Liverpool L1 3EU
Located on Paradise Street, Bread Street Kitchen offers the perfect spot for catching up with friends, family or colleagues. Open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night drinks. Immerse yourself in Gordon Ramsay classics such as our signature beef Wellington or fish and chips.
020 7592 7945 | gordonramsayrestaurants.com
St Johns Car Parking
Lime St, Liverpool L1 1NQ
We recommend Empire Theatre visitors park at the St Johns Shopping Centre car park. St Johns offers great value 24/7 parking in a secure environment. The car park has free electric vehicle charging points and 600 spaces including disabled parking spaces. With easy access via Skelhorne Street, the car park is less than five minutes’ walk from the Empire Theatre. Register online for £6 all day parking.
stjohns-shopping.co.uk/parking
Liverpool Chamber
Suite G08-G10, Cotton Exchange Building, Bixteth Street, Liverpool L3 9LQ
Liverpool Chamber is the true, trusted and authentic voice of business in the city, representing the interests of more than 600 businesses, from start-ups to multi-nationals. The Chamber delivers unparalleled knowledge to its membership, through regular business development and improvement master classes, networking and forums.
0151 227 1234 | liverpoolchamber.org.uk
August
Liverpool Empire Youth Theatre presents Spring Awakening Sat 10 Aug 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Liverpool Empire Youth Theatre presents Bring It On The Musical
Hairspray The Musical
Sing-a-Long-a Matilda
September
Fri 16 & Sat 17 Aug 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Sat)
Mon 19 – Sat 24 Aug 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat) Sat 24 Aug 2.30pm
Fri 30 Aug 2pm
Sing-a-Long-a Dirty Dancing Fri 30 Aug 7pm
The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight Sat 31 Aug 7.30pm
Legend: The Music of Bob Marley
Ghost the Musical
David Essex
Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out!
Sun 1 Sep 7.30pm
Tue 3 – Sat 7 Sep 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
Mon 9 Sep 7pm
Wed 11 & Thu 12 Sep 4pm (Wed), 1pm (Wed & Thu), 10am (Thu)
An Evening With Graham Norton Fri 13 Sep 7.30pm
Tim Peake: Astronauts – The Quest to Explore Space Sat 14 Sep 7.30pm
Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby Tue 17 – Sat 21 Sep 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Sat)
Luther Live
101 Dalmatians the Musical
Sister Act
October The Elvis Tribute Artist World Tour
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
English National Ballet: Mary Skeaping’s Giselle
Thu 19 Sep 7.30pm, Fri 20 Sep 7.30pm, Sat 21 Sep 2.30pm
Sun 22 Sep 7.30pm
Tue 24 – Sat 28 Sep 7pm, 2pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
Mon 30 Sep – Sat 5 Oct 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Sun 6 Oct 7.30pm
Tue 8 – Sun 20 Oct 7pm (Excl. Sun), 2pm (Wed, Sat & Sun)
Wed 23 – Sat 26 Oct 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Sat) & Juliet
November John Bishop: Back At It
Ant Middleton
The Illegal Eagles
Mon 28 Oct – Sat 2 Nov 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Thu 31 Oct 7.30pm, Fri 1 Nov 7.30pm
Tue 5 Nov 8pm
Wed 6 Nov 7pm
Thu 7 Nov 7.30pm
Champagne for Lulu: Celebrating 60 Years Sat 9 Nov 7.30pm
The Music of Zimmer vs Williams
Dear Evan Hansen
MANIA: The ABBA Tribute
An Inspector Calls
Sun 10 Nov 3pm
Tue 12 – Sat 16 Nov 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Wed 13 Nov 7.30pm, Thu 14 Nov 7.30pm, Fri 15 Nov 7.30pm
Sun 17 Nov 7.30pm
Tue 19 – Sat 23 Nov 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
Thu 21 Nov 7.30pm
The Magic of The Beatles: The Shake It Up Baby Tour Wed 27 Nov 7.30pm
Fairytale of New York
Thu 28 Nov 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Mo Gilligan: In the Moment Fri 29 Nov 8pm
The Holiday: Film with Live Orchestra Sat 30 Nov 7.30pm
December Here You Come Again – The New Dolly Parton Musical Tue 3 – Sat 7 Dec 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Disney's Aladdin
January 2025
Wed 11 Dec – Sun 5 Jan 2025 See website for details. Wed 18 Dec 7.30pm, Thu 2 Jan 2025 7.30pm, Fri 3 Jan 2025 7.30pm
Varna International Ballet: Swan Lake Fri 10 Jan 7.30pm
Varna International Ballet: The Nutcracker Sat 11 Jan 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Everton Legends Sun 12 Jan 7.30pm
BOST Musicals presents Annie Thu 16 – Sat 18 Jan 7pm (Thu & Fri), 11am & 3pm (Sat)
February Katherine Ryan: Battleaxe Sun 2 Feb 8pm
Ellen Kent: Puccini’s La Bohème Fri 7 Feb 7.30pm
Ellen Kent: Puccini’s Madama Butterfly Sat 8 Feb 7.30pm
Chicago
Mon 10 – Sat 15 Feb 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe Tue 18 – Sat 22 Feb 7pm, 2pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake Tue 25 Feb – Sat 1 Mar 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat) Sat 1 Mar 2.30pm
March NOW That’s What I Call A Musical
Blood Brothers
Boys from the Blackstuff
April War Horse
Calamity Jane
May Hamilton
Audio Described BSL Interpreted Captioned
Tue 4 – Sat 8 Mar 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Tue 11 – Sat 22 Mar 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Sat & Thu 13 Mar)
Tue 25 – Sat 29 Mar 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed Thu & Sat)
Tue 8 – Sat 19 Apr 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat) Tue 15 Apr 7.30pm, Wed 16 Apr 7.30pm, Thu 17 Apr 7.30pm
Tue 22 – Sat 26 Apr 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)
Tue 6 May – Sat 7 Jun 7.30pm (Mon – Sat), 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
THE EMPIRE THEATRE TRUST
A major part of the Trust’s role is to underpin the work that goes on behind the scenes at the Empire through the theatre’s renowned Creative Learning Department.
Thousands of pounds are provided each year by the Trust to fund various Creative Learning programmes. Figures for the last financial year show 24,000 people across the Liverpool City Region participated in projects run by Senior Creative Learning Manager, Natalie Flynn and her team. The department put on more than 600 sessions at schools and in other areas. It produced more than 50 shows, pulling in audiences of 58,000 people. The programmes worked with 174 schools and employed 162 people through freelance or casual contracts. And the department continues to build, with three new staff recently recruited to bring it back up to pre-pandemic staffing levels.
Trust Chairman, David Morgan said: ‘The figures speak for themselves. We are proud of the work Natalie Flynn and her team carry out at the Empire and in our communities, helping so many young people engage with the theatre, the arts and providing educational support to schools and other organisations.’
Liverpool Empire Theatre is managed on behalf of the Empire Theatre (Merseyside) Trust Ltd and trustees: David Morgan (Chairman), Tony Ensor, Pam McGaffney, Lesley Marshall, John Thompson and Sean Marley. Secretary to the Trust is Carol Mason. Registered charity 509548 liverpoolempiretrust.co.uk
Photo by Phil Tragen .
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Ticket prices
Based on the popularity of a performance and ticket availability, prices can change at any point during the show’s on-sale period. Due to the varying nature of our shows and their set design, we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times. For the most up-to-date information please check online. ATG+ Membership, group ticket prices and any special offers are subject to availability and can change or be withdrawn at any time. Family tickets are for 4 people with a maximum of 2 adults. ATG+ Membership offers are for a maximum of 4 tickets per card on selected seats, prices and performances. atgtickets.com/membership
Children
No Children under 3 will be admitted to the Venue except where it is specifically stated at the time of booking that the event is suitable for under 3s. Babes in arms (children under 18 months unless otherwise stated at the time of booking and on the ticket) will only be admitted to performances that are specifically aimed for them (pantomimes and shows permitting under 3s only). Where babes in arms are permitted they shall be admitted free of charge. If any other age restrictions apply for a particular performance this will be stated on the relevant production page of our website. Children (ages 18 months to 15 years inclusive) shall require their own ticket which shall be at full ticket price if no child concessions are available at the time of booking. Children (ages 15 years and under) must be supervised at all times. Supervision of children shall be by not less than 1 adult (aged 18 years or over) per 10 children and the supervising adult must sit next to the child/ren. The Management reserves the right to ask parents / supervisors to remove children if, in the opinion of the Management, they are causing a disturbance. Please note that some productions can be loud, if a member of your party is sensitive to this, we would recommend bringing their preferred noise protection.
Plan your visit
We are easy to find and for information on parking, pre-theatre drinks and hospitality, please visit atgtickets.com/liverpool
Liverpool Empire Theatre, Lime Street, Liverpool, Merseyside L1 1JE
Conditions of sale
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Information about fees
Up to £1.75 from each ticket sold is used for the upkeep and improvements to your venue. We spend this wisely to give you the best experience possible, provide equal access for everyone and offer creative learning opportunities in local communities across the UK. Additional fees may also apply where we sell tickets for non-ATG venues, or for selected big name shows and performances. These additional fees may take the form of a per ticket booking fee and/or a one-off transaction fee. Please check our website for the most up-to-date ticket prices and fees. The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to make alterations to the published programme of events, their prices, concessions, offers and fees.
Sustainability
We work to continuously improve our environmental performance and find solutions that reduce environmental impact, therefore this brochure is printed on responsibly sourced paper. Please continue to help the environment by recycling or passing on to a friend.
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