Empire Theatre
- Up to 2,348 delegates
- 1 meeting space
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3 photosImages not verifiedAt a glance
The Empire Theatre is Liverpool's premier entertainment venue, a magnificent Victorian theatre located on Lime Street in the heart of the city centre. Built in 1925, this Grade II listed building features stunning Art Deco architecture and hosts major West End musicals, comedy shows, drama productions, and live music performances. With a capacity of over 2,300 across three levels including stalls, dress circle, and upper circle, the theatre offers excellent sightlines and acoustics. The venue features modern technical facilities while maintaining its historic charm, making it one of the UK's leading touring theatres outside London.
Best suited for
- Theatre Productions
- Musicals
- Comedy Shows
- Concerts
- Corporate Events
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Capacity overview
| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Auditorium | 2348 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Pricing & packages
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Venue hire rates available on application for private events and productions
Request exact pricing →Food & catering
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Historic Architecture
- Three-tier Seating
- Professional Stage
- Modern Sound System
- Professional Lighting
- Accessible Seating
- Bar Facilities
- Merchandise Shop
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Hearing loop system
- Accessible seating areas
- Step-free access to main auditorium
Location & getting there
Lime Street, Liverpool, L1 1JE, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every score below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Empire Theatre is a verified theatre in Liverpool, hosting up to 2,348 guests, with day delegate rates from £650. Its genome scores highest for Historic, Accessibility. Verified on-site: sustainability, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, fully accessible events.
AV and hybrid-event facilities are not yet evidenced in the profile data. Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue Genome™
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-FiNot listed
- AV & productionNot listed
- Food & cateringNot listed
- BedroomsNot listed
- Sustainability✓ Verified
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
A living intelligence record — every entry is generated from verified platform data, not marketing copy.
- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Live day delegate rates from £650
Structured pricing verified for instant budget matching.
Frequently asked
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 2348 guests in theatre seating configuration
What AV equipment is available?
Professional theatre-grade lighting and sound systems, projection facilities, and staging equipment available
Is catering available?
Full catering services available for events, pre-show dining options
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking, nearby public car parks and street parking available in Liverpool city centre
About Empire Theatre
The Empire Theatre is Liverpool's premier entertainment venue, a magnificent Victorian theatre located on Lime Street in the heart of the city centre. Built in 1925, this Grade II listed building features stunning Art Deco architecture and hosts major West End musicals, comedy shows, drama productions, and live music performances. With a capacity of over 2,300 across three levels including stalls, dress circle, and upper circle, the theatre offers excellent sightlines and acoustics. The venue features modern technical facilities while maintaining its historic charm, making it one of the UK's leading touring theatres outside London.
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