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Planning your next visit to Hackney Empire and have a few questions?

Well we have all the answers you need right here with our FAQ’s. From how to get here to how to find your tickets, from safety protocols to our bars, we’ve got you covered for a seamless experience the next time you’re in Hackney.

Read more via link in bio! ➡️

For anything else you need to know, don’t hesitate to email our Box Office on box.office@hackneyempire.co.uk or call them on 020 8985 2424 (Mon – Fri, 10am – 6pm)

#HE #HackneyEmpire #FAQs #HereToHelp #Support #Community #HackneyTheatre #LondonTheatre

Planning your next visit to Hackney Empire and have a few questions?

Well we have all the answers you need right here with our FAQ’s. From how to get here to how to find your tickets, from safety protocols to our bars, we’ve got you covered for a seamless experience the next time you’re in Hackney.

Read more via link in bio! ➡️

For anything else you need to know, don’t hesitate to email our Box Office on box.office@hackneyempire.co.uk or call them on 020 8985 2424 (Mon – Fri, 10am – 6pm)

#HE #HackneyEmpire #FAQs #HereToHelp #Support #Community #HackneyTheatre #LondonTheatre

Planning your next visit to Hackney Empire and have a few questions?

Well we have all the answers you need right here with our FAQ’s. From how to get here to how to find your tickets, from safety protocols to our bars, we’ve got you covered for a seamless experience the next time you’re in Hackney.

Read more via link in bio! ➡️

For anything else you need to know, don’t hesitate to email our Box Office on box.office@hackneyempire.co.uk or call them on 020 8985 2424 (Mon – Fri, 10am – 6pm)

#HE #HackneyEmpire #FAQs #HereToHelp #Support #Community #HackneyTheatre #LondonTheatre

Planning your next visit to Hackney Empire and have a few questions?

Well we have all the answers you need right here with our FAQ’s. From how to get here to how to find your tickets, from safety protocols to our bars, we’ve got you covered for a seamless experience the next time you’re in Hackney.

Read more via link in bio! ➡️

For anything else you need to know, don’t hesitate to email our Box Office on box.office@hackneyempire.co.uk or call them on 020 8985 2424 (Mon – Fri, 10am – 6pm)

#HE #HackneyEmpire #FAQs #HereToHelp #Support #Community #HackneyTheatre #LondonTheatre

Planning your next visit to Hackney Empire and have a few questions?

Well we have all the answers you need right here with our FAQ’s. From how to get here to how to find your tickets, from safety protocols to our bars, we’ve got you covered for a seamless experience the next time you’re in Hackney.

Read more via link in bio! ➡️

For anything else you need to know, don’t hesitate to email our Box Office on box.office@hackneyempire.co.uk or call them on 020 8985 2424 (Mon – Fri, 10am – 6pm)

#HE #HackneyEmpire #FAQs #HereToHelp #Support #Community #HackneyTheatre #LondonTheatre

Planning your next visit to Hackney Empire and have a few questions?

Well we have all the answers you need right here with our FAQ’s. From how to get here to how to find your tickets, from safety protocols to our bars, we’ve got you covered for a seamless experience the next time you’re in Hackney.

Read more via link in bio! ➡️

For anything else you need to know, don’t hesitate to email our Box Office on box.office@hackneyempire.co.uk or call them on 020 8985 2424 (Mon – Fri, 10am – 6pm)

#HE #HackneyEmpire #FAQs #HereToHelp #Support #Community #HackneyTheatre #LondonTheatre

Planning your next visit to Hackney Empire and have a few questions?

Well we have all the answers you need right here with our FAQ’s. From how to get here to how to find your tickets, from safety protocols to our bars, we’ve got you covered for a seamless experience the next time you’re in Hackney.

Read more via link in bio! ➡️

For anything else you need to know, don’t hesitate to email our Box Office on box.office@hackneyempire.co.uk or call them on 020 8985 2424 (Mon – Fri, 10am – 6pm)

#HE #HackneyEmpire #FAQs #HereToHelp #Support #Community #HackneyTheatre #LondonTheatre

Planning your next visit to Hackney Empire and have a few questions?

Well we have all the answers you need right here with our FAQ’s. From how to get here to how to find your tickets, from safety protocols to our bars, we’ve got you covered for a seamless experience the next time you’re in Hackney.

Read more via link in bio! ➡️

For anything else you need to know, don’t hesitate to email our Box Office on box.office@hackneyempire.co.uk or call them on 020 8985 2424 (Mon – Fri, 10am – 6pm)

#HE #HackneyEmpire #FAQs #HereToHelp #Support #Community #HackneyTheatre #LondonTheatre

Planning your next visit to Hackney Empire and have a few questions?

Well we have all the answers you need right here with our FAQ’s. From how to get here to how to find your tickets, from safety protocols to our bars, we’ve got you covered for a seamless experience the next time you’re in Hackney.

Read more via link in bio! ➡️

For anything else you need to know, don’t hesitate to email our Box Office on box.office@hackneyempire.co.uk or call them on 020 8985 2424 (Mon – Fri, 10am – 6pm)

#HE #HackneyEmpire #FAQs #HereToHelp #Support #Community #HackneyTheatre #LondonTheatre

Planning your next visit to Hackney Empire and have a few questions?

Well we have all the answers you need right here with our FAQ’s. From how to get here to how to find your tickets, from safety protocols to our bars, we’ve got you covered for a seamless experience the next time you’re in Hackney.

Read more via link in bio! ➡️

For anything else you need to know, don’t hesitate to email our Box Office on box.office@hackneyempire.co.uk or call them on 020 8985 2424 (Mon – Fri, 10am – 6pm)

#HE #HackneyEmpire #FAQs #HereToHelp #Support #Community #HackneyTheatre #LondonTheatre

There’s nothing like a night at Hackney Empire! 🤩

From the buzz of the foyer to the magic of our main stage, come inside and feel right at home. 💛

Whether you’re visiting us for laugh-out-loud comedy, showstopping live music, breathtaking opera, inspiring community events, or our legendary pantomime, every show brings people together.

The magic continues this November as Cinderella takes to the stage, plus there’s an exciting line-up for 2026 to look forward to… Check out everything that’s on via link in bio! ➡️

🎥 Tea Films (@teafilms)

I had the pleasure of attending a private rehearsal for @originalballetblack’s 25th anniversary production taking place at @hackneyempire this month! Thank you @isabela_coracy for sharing your reflections on the show and your own journey 🫶🏿❤️ grab your tickets guys!!!!! It’s gonna be a BEAUTIFUL show ✨✨✨

Join us for powerful night of spoken word, live music and raw storytelling.

The Hustle x House of Vox are bringing Selorm Adonu’s immersive spoken word theatre piece Brother’s Keeper to our main stage this June.

Following two sold-out shows, Brother’s Keeper explores brotherhood, grief, mental health and the silences often carried within families.

Be part of the movement and support the future touring of the production while championing emerging voices and young Black creatives.

Sat 13 June, all tickets £25, book via link in bio! ➡️

Join us for powerful night of spoken word, live music and raw storytelling.

The Hustle x House of Vox are bringing Selorm Adonu’s immersive spoken word theatre piece Brother’s Keeper to our main stage this June.

Following two sold-out shows, Brother’s Keeper explores brotherhood, grief, mental health and the silences often carried within families.

Be part of the movement and support the future touring of the production while championing emerging voices and young Black creatives.

Sat 13 June, all tickets £25, book via link in bio! ➡️

Join us for powerful night of spoken word, live music and raw storytelling.

The Hustle x House of Vox are bringing Selorm Adonu’s immersive spoken word theatre piece Brother’s Keeper to our main stage this June.

Following two sold-out shows, Brother’s Keeper explores brotherhood, grief, mental health and the silences often carried within families.

Be part of the movement and support the future touring of the production while championing emerging voices and young Black creatives.

Sat 13 June, all tickets £25, book via link in bio! ➡️

Join us for powerful night of spoken word, live music and raw storytelling.

The Hustle x House of Vox are bringing Selorm Adonu’s immersive spoken word theatre piece Brother’s Keeper to our main stage this June.

Following two sold-out shows, Brother’s Keeper explores brotherhood, grief, mental health and the silences often carried within families.

Be part of the movement and support the future touring of the production while championing emerging voices and young Black creatives.

Sat 13 June, all tickets £25, book via link in bio! ➡️

🏃🏽✨ Go Team Hackney Empire!🏃‍♀️🏁

We’re excited to share that our Head of Programming, Becca Thomason, and Head of Learning & Participation, Lorna McGinty, are taking on the Hackney Half Marathon to raise funds for our Creative Futures programme!

Creative Futures sits at the heart of everything we do here at Hackney Empire: helping young people make new, positive connections, and providing them with the tools, skills, and pathways they need to develop as individuals, artists, and leaders. Every pound raised helps us deliver workshops, training, and artist development for young people across the borough.
Becca and Lorna have been training hard and would love your support to help us continue this important work in our local communities. 💛

Sponsor Team Hackney Empire today via link in bio! ➡️

“So what, can you guys see the vision now?”

Brother’s Keeper Legacy Gala is more than a performance, It’s a fundraiser dedicated to keeping Brother’s Keeper alive and taking it on tour — creating space for young Black men and marginalised voices to be seen, heard and celebrated without compromise.

Join us for an evening of spoken word, live music, storytelling and truth presented by The Hustle and House of Vox. This is for community, for creativity, and for legacy.

Sat 13 Jun, Book your tickets via link in bio! ➡️

“What is this, Allo Allo?!”

Josh Widdicombe (@josh_widdicombe) is back on tour this Thursday with a brand-new show… somehow.

Co-host of the hugely popular podcast Parenting Hell with Rob Beckett, expect fewer costume changes than Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, more jokes about tea, parenting and the chaos of modern life.

Don't miss out, limited tickets remaining for both shows. Book via link in bio! ➡️

📢ON SALE NOW: Brother’s Keeper Legacy Gala

The Hustle (@thehustle.uk ) and House of Vox (@houseofvox ) proudly present a powerful youth takeover spotlighting bold, honest storytelling through spoken word, multidisciplinary performance and live music.

This special fundraiser supports the future of Brother’s Keeper, helping keep the production alive and take it on tour. The evening features extracts from Brother’s Keeper, an immersive spoken word theatre piece by Selorm Adonu (@selorm.official ) exploring brotherhood, grief, mental health and the silences that often exist within families.

This is more than a performance, this gala is a platform for emerging voices, reflection, conversation and connection — championing the next generation of storytellers while building community, confidence and lasting impact.

Sat 13 Jun, Book via link in bio! ➡️

Noughts & Crosses rehearsals are in full swing! Take a sneak peek at the cast in action ahead of their opening performance tomorrow. 🤩

Inspired by the timeless story of Romeo and Juliet, get ready to be captivated by the drama of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.

Running till Thu 14 May, Secure your tickets via link in bio! ➡️

📸 by Von Fox Promotions (@vonfoxpromotions )

Noughts & Crosses rehearsals are in full swing! Take a sneak peek at the cast in action ahead of their opening performance tomorrow. 🤩

Inspired by the timeless story of Romeo and Juliet, get ready to be captivated by the drama of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.

Running till Thu 14 May, Secure your tickets via link in bio! ➡️

📸 by Von Fox Promotions (@vonfoxpromotions )

Noughts & Crosses rehearsals are in full swing! Take a sneak peek at the cast in action ahead of their opening performance tomorrow. 🤩

Inspired by the timeless story of Romeo and Juliet, get ready to be captivated by the drama of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.

Running till Thu 14 May, Secure your tickets via link in bio! ➡️

📸 by Von Fox Promotions (@vonfoxpromotions )

Noughts & Crosses rehearsals are in full swing! Take a sneak peek at the cast in action ahead of their opening performance tomorrow. 🤩

Inspired by the timeless story of Romeo and Juliet, get ready to be captivated by the drama of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.

Running till Thu 14 May, Secure your tickets via link in bio! ➡️

📸 by Von Fox Promotions (@vonfoxpromotions )

Noughts & Crosses rehearsals are in full swing! Take a sneak peek at the cast in action ahead of their opening performance tomorrow. 🤩

Inspired by the timeless story of Romeo and Juliet, get ready to be captivated by the drama of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.

Running till Thu 14 May, Secure your tickets via link in bio! ➡️

📸 by Von Fox Promotions (@vonfoxpromotions )

Noughts & Crosses rehearsals are in full swing! Take a sneak peek at the cast in action ahead of their opening performance tomorrow. 🤩

Inspired by the timeless story of Romeo and Juliet, get ready to be captivated by the drama of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.

Running till Thu 14 May, Secure your tickets via link in bio! ➡️

📸 by Von Fox Promotions (@vonfoxpromotions )

Noughts & Crosses rehearsals are in full swing! Take a sneak peek at the cast in action ahead of their opening performance tomorrow. 🤩

Inspired by the timeless story of Romeo and Juliet, get ready to be captivated by the drama of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.

Running till Thu 14 May, Secure your tickets via link in bio! ➡️

📸 by Von Fox Promotions (@vonfoxpromotions )

LONDON! Your next chance to see Ballet Black at 25 is Hackney Empire this month! 🩶

"The Ballet Black dancers have this amazing ability, not often found, of merging technical virtuosity with movement ease and fluidity so that they are seamless and joyful." Gramilano ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

21-23 May
19.30
Age guidance: 7+
Running time: approximately 1 hour 40 minutes including interval
Link in bio for details and tickets 🎟

📸 1. Isabela Coracy
📸 2. Bhungane Mehlomakulu in ...all towards hope.
Choreography by Hope Boykin
Lighting designs by David Plater
Original score composed by Bill Laurance
Original text by Hope Boykin
Costume design by Jessica Cabassa
Assistant to the choreographer: Akua Noni Parker

📸 3. Taraja Hudson
📸 4. Ebony Thomas in Ingoma
Choreography by Mthuthuzeli November
Lighting designs by David Plater
Original score composed by Peter Johnson & Mthuthuzeli November
Costume design by Yann Seabra
Associate rehearsal director: Sayaka Ichikawa

Photography by ASH

#bb25 #SilverAnniversary #CassaPanchosBalletBlack #BalletBlack

LONDON! Your next chance to see Ballet Black at 25 is Hackney Empire this month! 🩶

"The Ballet Black dancers have this amazing ability, not often found, of merging technical virtuosity with movement ease and fluidity so that they are seamless and joyful." Gramilano ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

21-23 May
19.30
Age guidance: 7+
Running time: approximately 1 hour 40 minutes including interval
Link in bio for details and tickets 🎟

📸 1. Isabela Coracy
📸 2. Bhungane Mehlomakulu in ...all towards hope.
Choreography by Hope Boykin
Lighting designs by David Plater
Original score composed by Bill Laurance
Original text by Hope Boykin
Costume design by Jessica Cabassa
Assistant to the choreographer: Akua Noni Parker

📸 3. Taraja Hudson
📸 4. Ebony Thomas in Ingoma
Choreography by Mthuthuzeli November
Lighting designs by David Plater
Original score composed by Peter Johnson & Mthuthuzeli November
Costume design by Yann Seabra
Associate rehearsal director: Sayaka Ichikawa

Photography by ASH

#bb25 #SilverAnniversary #CassaPanchosBalletBlack #BalletBlack

LONDON! Your next chance to see Ballet Black at 25 is Hackney Empire this month! 🩶

"The Ballet Black dancers have this amazing ability, not often found, of merging technical virtuosity with movement ease and fluidity so that they are seamless and joyful." Gramilano ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

21-23 May
19.30
Age guidance: 7+
Running time: approximately 1 hour 40 minutes including interval
Link in bio for details and tickets 🎟

📸 1. Isabela Coracy
📸 2. Bhungane Mehlomakulu in ...all towards hope.
Choreography by Hope Boykin
Lighting designs by David Plater
Original score composed by Bill Laurance
Original text by Hope Boykin
Costume design by Jessica Cabassa
Assistant to the choreographer: Akua Noni Parker

📸 3. Taraja Hudson
📸 4. Ebony Thomas in Ingoma
Choreography by Mthuthuzeli November
Lighting designs by David Plater
Original score composed by Peter Johnson & Mthuthuzeli November
Costume design by Yann Seabra
Associate rehearsal director: Sayaka Ichikawa

Photography by ASH

#bb25 #SilverAnniversary #CassaPanchosBalletBlack #BalletBlack

LONDON! Your next chance to see Ballet Black at 25 is Hackney Empire this month! 🩶

"The Ballet Black dancers have this amazing ability, not often found, of merging technical virtuosity with movement ease and fluidity so that they are seamless and joyful." Gramilano ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

21-23 May
19.30
Age guidance: 7+
Running time: approximately 1 hour 40 minutes including interval
Link in bio for details and tickets 🎟

📸 1. Isabela Coracy
📸 2. Bhungane Mehlomakulu in ...all towards hope.
Choreography by Hope Boykin
Lighting designs by David Plater
Original score composed by Bill Laurance
Original text by Hope Boykin
Costume design by Jessica Cabassa
Assistant to the choreographer: Akua Noni Parker

📸 3. Taraja Hudson
📸 4. Ebony Thomas in Ingoma
Choreography by Mthuthuzeli November
Lighting designs by David Plater
Original score composed by Peter Johnson & Mthuthuzeli November
Costume design by Yann Seabra
Associate rehearsal director: Sayaka Ichikawa

Photography by ASH

#bb25 #SilverAnniversary #CassaPanchosBalletBlack #BalletBlack

What a night! Check out these shots from when Jocelyn Brown lit up the stage at Hackney Empire and had the whole room dancing and singing along. The energy was electric and the vibes unforgettable. 🤩

📸 @ishashahphotography

What a night! Check out these shots from when Jocelyn Brown lit up the stage at Hackney Empire and had the whole room dancing and singing along. The energy was electric and the vibes unforgettable. 🤩

📸 @ishashahphotography

What a night! Check out these shots from when Jocelyn Brown lit up the stage at Hackney Empire and had the whole room dancing and singing along. The energy was electric and the vibes unforgettable. 🤩

📸 @ishashahphotography

What a night! Check out these shots from when Jocelyn Brown lit up the stage at Hackney Empire and had the whole room dancing and singing along. The energy was electric and the vibes unforgettable. 🤩

📸 @ishashahphotography

What a night! Check out these shots from when Jocelyn Brown lit up the stage at Hackney Empire and had the whole room dancing and singing along. The energy was electric and the vibes unforgettable. 🤩

📸 @ishashahphotography

What a night! Check out these shots from when Jocelyn Brown lit up the stage at Hackney Empire and had the whole room dancing and singing along. The energy was electric and the vibes unforgettable. 🤩

📸 @ishashahphotography

What a night! Check out these shots from when Jocelyn Brown lit up the stage at Hackney Empire and had the whole room dancing and singing along. The energy was electric and the vibes unforgettable. 🤩

📸 @ishashahphotography

What a night! Check out these shots from when Jocelyn Brown lit up the stage at Hackney Empire and had the whole room dancing and singing along. The energy was electric and the vibes unforgettable. 🤩

📸 @ishashahphotography

What a night! Check out these shots from when Jocelyn Brown lit up the stage at Hackney Empire and had the whole room dancing and singing along. The energy was electric and the vibes unforgettable. 🤩

📸 @ishashahphotography

Our Artist Development Programme @hefutures is back this summer and you can book your audition now! 🥁🎵🎤🕺

Are you aged 14-19 years old with a passion for creating and performing? We’re looking for young artists who want to be part of a company and try a bit of everything – music, dance, vocals, acting and design to create an incredible piece of new work. Mentored by industry professionals; actors, musicians, dancers, singers and spoken word artists will compose, write, choreograph, design and perform their show on our main-stage in just 12 days.

⭐ Band Auditions: Fri 19 Jun (any instrument/beatmaker)
⭐ Dance Auditions: Sat 20 Jun (any style of dance)
⭐ Drama and Vocal Auditions: Sat 20 & Sun 21 Jun (singers, rappers, spoken word and acting)

Design participants can apply by sending an email to creative.futures@hackneyempire.co.uk. stating why you would like to be a part of the programme. Deadline to apply Wed 17 Jun. More information will be supplied when you sign up.

ADP runs from Fri 24 Jul - Sat 8 Aug with a skills and introductory workshop on Sat 18 Jul from 10am-6pm. You must be available for all programme dates to join the company.

Find out more and to sign up via link in bio! ➡️