Hackney Empire, Main Space
291 Mare Street Hackney, London, E8 1EJ -
Up to
1635 guests
Offers
catering
The world renowned, Grade 2* listed Edwardian music hall designed and built in 1901 by Frank Matcham, recently fully restored, is the jewel in the crown of London's historic East End. The magnificent and ornate auditorium can accommodate up to 1350. With a wide range of versatile spaces including a mirrored foyer, bars, royal boxes, full scale rehearsal studios with breakout rooms and a hospitality suite.
The recent restoration has brought this Frank Matcham designed theatre into the 21st Century with state of the art facilities. Built in 1901, it is an extraordinarily atmospheric auditorium in a beautiful Grade II* listed building. This space is suitable for rehearsals, film and photo shoots, private events and hires, product launches and community or social events.
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 1635
Theatre
up to 1272
Catering & drinks
Catering arrangements
Amenities
Tea
Stage
Disabled access
Audio & visual
Other
Full technical specifications and access information available on request.
Location
Reviews
Charlie Tuff
September 2024Was in the back of the Dress Circle for Maggie Rogers in September 24. Atmosphere was great. It's a relatively small venue (1600 or so for a standing gig). Getting there is simple with London Overground via the two Hackney stations & getting in was fine. Staff were good & beer pricing wasn't too bad for a London venue. Sound quality was very good, with a very good mix when I was there. Slight downmark if you're shorter at the back of the dress circle, as the seats aren't staggered & you might get stuck behind someone taller. Apart from that, can definitely recommend!
