Sunderland Shows

Michael Starring Ben

MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and sound like the King of Pop, but he's honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe they are watching Michael Jackson himself.The show features a...

Back To The Future The Musical

Strap in for the smash hit Back to the Future The Musical, landing as part of its first ever UK tour. Winner of Best New Musical at the Olivier Awards, WhatsOnStage Awards and Broadway World Awards, this “perfect musical escapism” (Metro) is ready to take you on an electrifying journey...

Christmas Family Theatre Tour

Join us for a Christmas themed tour of the building led by our own Elf with festive creative activities and tasks to complete along the way, appropriate for families with children aged 5- 11

Sleeping Beauty Sunderland

A wonderfully wicked panto comes to Sunderland Empire for Christmas 2025!

The Futureheads At Christmas

Badly Drawn Boy - The Hour Of Bewilderbeast

NYE! Smoove & Turrell At The Fire Station

It's a Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Tribute Spectacular

The Greatest Hits of Motown - How Sweet It Is

Now in its 18th successive year, this stunning 100% live show combine’s first class music together with slick choreography and an amazing band. You’ll be ‘Dancing On The Ceiling’, with songs from legendary artistes such as Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The...

The Night Sky Show

Using amazing visual effects, The Night Sky Show will take you on a fantastic and epic journey across the cosmos from our celestial back yard.A night for anyone who wants to laugh, learn and enjoy.A fun, entertaining and memorable performance, which will help you understand and enjoy the heavens above...

A Country Night in Nashville

Prepare to be transported on a musical journey through the history of Country, featuring songs from its biggest stars both past and present. Hits from Johnny Cash to Alan Jackson, Dolly to The Chicks, Willie Nelson to Kacey Musgraves, are showcased by the amazing Dominic Halpin and the Hurricanes.With songs...

The Rocky Horror Show

Ready to thrill you with fun and naughty moments, Richard O'Brien's legendary rock 'n' roll musical, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW returns to London, having been seen by over 30 million theatregoers. THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is the story of two squeaky clean college kids – Brad and his fiancee Janet....

Ghost hunt - Ship Isis (Sunderland) SPIRIT SEEKERS

Connect Theatre Company

Connect Company is an inclusive theatre group for adults with additional needs.

Class Act

From January, join us for our brand new, incredibly fun acting class for ages 50 plus - Led by our fantastic creative learning team, all abilities are welcome!

Dance Fit

A Dance Fitness class for adults. Have fun and get fit at the same time by participating in choreography that focuses on stamina, coordination, mobility and balance.

An Evening with The Fast Show

The original cast members are taking to the stage to give audiences a unique behind-the-scenes insight into much loved characters including Suits You Sir, Ted and Ralph, Does My Bum Look Big In This, Competitive Dad and so many more. Find out how they came up with the characters and...

Movers Ballet and Contemporary Dance

Our Movers classes are Ballet and Contemporary Dance classes for adults over 55 and run on Thursday and Friday mornings.

Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman

Look out ‘cause here it comes…. Cheer on Hugh Jackman, lust after Zac Efron as you experience The Greatest Showman in the greatest way possible - with lyrics on the screen so you can join in as loud as you want.And it’s marching on to the beat we drum.Our live...

Community Chorus

Community Chorus is a community choir for individuals aged 55+ and is based at Sunderland Empire Theatre on Fridays.

MANIA - The ABBA Tribute

Mania - The Abba Tribute brings ABBA fans old and new a night not to be missed.  If you’re looking for an excuse to party, reminisce or simply be entertained by the best music ever, then Mania - The Abba Tribute is for you!So dig out those platforms, dust down...

Midlake

Buy and sell tickets at StubHub for Midlake's concert at The Crossing in Birmingham on 1 Feb 2026.

LITTLE SEEKERS GHOST HUNT - ROYALTY THEATRE AGE 8+

Sunderland Legends

Four Sunderland Legends are coming to Sunderland Empire to talk about their time at Sunderland AFC and talk us through their action-packed football careers!

Ghost hunt - Royalty Theatre (Sunderland)

Fawlty Towers - The Play

Fresh from a SOLD-OUT West End season! This laugh-out-loud production was universally acclaimed by every London and national critic, selling out every single performance during its record-breaking West-End run.Join Basil, Sybil, the delightfully bumbling Major, and an 18-strong cast as they bring to life all your favourite moments from the...

Venue Tour

Always wanted to know what goes on backstage at Sunderland Empire? Tread in the stardust footsteps of the young Beatles, Kate Bush, Laurel and Hardy and Gary Barlow and immerse yourself in our theatre’s 116 year history.

Baz Warne: Convivial Tour

GHOST HUNT - HAVELOCK TOWER (SUNDERLAND)

Matilda The Musical

In celebration of 15 years on stage since opening at the Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon, and following performances in 100 cities across 17 countries worldwide, Matilda now returns for a UK tour.With book by Dennis Kelly, music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and directed by Matthew Warchus, Matilda is the...

Utah Saints

Bright Minds Youth Theatre

Bright Minds Youth Theatre is a vibrant and inclusive youth theatre group designed specifically for neurodiverse young people between the ages of 12 and 18.