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3 photosImages not verifiedThe 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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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
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| Main Auditorium | 2348 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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
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Lime Street, Liverpool, L1 1JE, United Kingdom
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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.
Up to 2348 guests in theatre seating configuration
Professional theatre-grade lighting and sound systems, projection facilities, and staging equipment available
Full catering services available for events, pre-show dining options
Limited on-site parking, nearby public car parks and street parking available in Liverpool city centre
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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