Sunderland Empire
About Sunderland Empire
The Sunderland Empire is a historic theatre located in the city centre, originally opened in 1907. It is the largest theatre in the North East of England, known for hosting major West End touring productions, musicals, comedy shows, and pantomimes. The venue is a Grade II listed building with a rich history and a capacity of over 2,000 seats.
What's On Here
Upcoming Artists & Performers
77 Upcoming Events
Chris Ramsey
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From £35
Steve Steinman's Anything for Love - The Meat Loaf Story
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From £36
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Dirty Dancing
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From £20
Movers Ballet and Contemporary Dance
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From £20
Community Chorus
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From £20
Connect Theatre Company
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From £90
Class Act
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From £26
A Night of celebrating 30 Yrs of SK Dance
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From £22
Dance Fit
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From £22
Miriam's Full English LIVE
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From £40
The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight
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From £32
Susan Calman : Tall Tales
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From £34
ATG INSPIRE Academy Sunderland
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From £168
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Billy Elliot the Musical
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From £20
Public Venue Tour
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From £12
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Legally Blonde
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From £15
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The Further Adventures of Peter Pan: The Return of Captain Hook (Pantomime)
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From £15
The Further Adventures of Peter Pan (Pantomime) - Relaxed Performance
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From £15
A Country Night in Nashville
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From £30
The Greatest Hits of Motown - How Sweet It Is
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From £30
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Six
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From £19
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Annie
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From £15
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CATS
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From £20
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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
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From £15
Frequently Asked Questions
What events are coming up at Sunderland Empire?
Sunderland Empire in Sunderland currently has 77 upcoming events listed on EventsList.co.uk, including theatre, music, comedy. Browse the full listings above for dates, times and booking links.
Where is Sunderland Empire located?
Sunderland Empire is located in the Millfield area of Sunderland, United Kingdom. Use the interactive map above and the Get Directions link to find it easily.
How do I book tickets for events at Sunderland Empire?
Click on any event listing to see full details and the "Book Tickets" button, which links directly to the official ticket seller. Many events at Sunderland Empire also offer free entry — check individual listings for pricing.
How big is Sunderland Empire?
With a capacity of 2,086, it can accommodate up to 2,086 guests, making it one of Sunderland's established theatres.
Which artists and performers appear at Sunderland Empire?
Sunderland Empire hosts a range of theatre acts. Recent and upcoming performers include Back to the Future The Musical (Touring), Trainspotting The Musical, Chris Ramsey, Steve Steinman's Anything for Love - The Meat Loaf Story, Dirty Dancing. Check the listings above for the full schedule.