WHAT'S ON AT THE LIVERPOOL EMPIRE THEATRE, LIVERPOOL
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 Here & Now The Steps Musical, Matilda, Mary Poppins, Six, Matthew Bourne's The Red Shoes, Dear England, and Priscilla Queen Of The Desert. See what's on at the Liverpool Empire below and book tickets online
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 Here & Now The Steps Musical, Matilda, Mary Poppins, Six, Matthew Bourne's The Red Shoes, Dear England, and Priscilla Queen Of The Desert. See what's on at the Liverpool Empire below and book tickets online
Most Popular Shows and Events at Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
What's On at the Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
BOST Musicals presents Elf The Musical
Mamma Mia!
Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 8 December 2026 - Sunday 3 January 2027
Sophie's quest to discover the father she's never known brings her mother face to face with three men from her distant romantic past on the eve of a wedding they'll never forget. Whatever age you are, you can't help but have the time of you...Back To The Future The Musical
Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 12 January - Saturday 6 February 2027
Great Scott! Back to the Future the musical is here! Strap in for the smash hit Back to the Future The Musical on its first ever UK tour. Winner of Best New Musical at the Olivier Awards, WhatsOnStage Awards and Broadway World Awards, this ...Romesh Ranganathan
Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Friday 12 - Saturday 13 February 2027
 The return of deadpan and often self-deprecating Sri Lankan-British stand-up comedian Romesh Ranganathan, famous for his frequent appearances on A League of Their Own, The Apprentice: You're Fired!, Play to the Whistle, Mock the Week a...Mrs. Doubtfire The Musical
Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Tuesday 2 - Sunday 21 March 2027
This 'genuinely funny' (Time Out) show features all the iconic moments you love, plus fabulous new songs and dazzling dance numbers! Put it all together, and you've got a 'surefire hit' (The Telegraph, Daily Express) that can't be missed. O...Alan Carr
Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Wednesday 19 - Friday 21 May 2027
Alan Carr's back on tour and his lips are unsealed! With a big mouth and a talent for oversharing, Alan's ready to dish some drama. Expect stories of dipping into the dating pool, navigating showbiz green rooms and a sprinkling of tales fro...The Silence of the Lambs
Lyric Theatre
Tuesday 15 - Saturday 19 June 2027
Dr Hannibal Lecter will see you now... Come face to face with the chilling cultural phenomenon THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS as it makes its world stageplay premiere in 2026. Based on Thomas Harris's gripping literary masterpiece, this e...Jersey Boys
Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Monday 19 - Saturday 24 July 2027
The internationally acclaimed stage sensation Jersey Boys is working its way back around the UK! The boys are back as the original Tony®-winning sensation returns for its 20th Anniversary Tour! Go behind the music and inside the story of F...How to get to the Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Liverpool Empire Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
Lime Street, Liverpool, L1 1JE
The closest car parks are the Q-Park located at Lord Nelson Street on Queen Square, click here or with 15% off through QPark and ATG click here for more info.
There is also St. John’s Shopping Centre on Lime Street click here.
The Liverpool Empire Theatre is next door to Lime Street Station. It is approximately a 2 minute walk.
The capacity of the Liverpool Empire Theatre is 2350. Click here for the seating plan.
Please contact the Liverpool Empire directly online. Click here for more details.
If you would like to buy a ticket in person from the Liverpool Empire theatre Box Office, they open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing that day. Alternatively, you can see what's on and book online here.
When we know of a duration of a show, we add it to the description of the show on our event pages. For example, on our Disney's Aladdin event page, after the description of the show we have added the duration of the show in large capital letters. If the time isn't listed, we do not have the information yet. We update our pages daily so it maybe a case of knowing closer to the performance itself, so keep checking.
Click here for further access details. Please click here for more information and the Liverpool Empire's access team will be able to answer your questions.
Whether you have positive or negative feedback you would like to feedback to the Liverpool Empire, please click here for more information.
If you have lost an item during a visit to the Liverpool Empire, click here and fill out the form with as much information as possible.
With loads of great places to eat in Liverpool and decent pre-theatre menus, you should check out our Liverpool Restaurant site here!
Either use the map at the side of the FAQ section as it has all types of accomodation or click here for hotels in Liverpool
If you need the Liverpool Empire's customer services for more help, click here
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