Sunderland Shows

John Williams Film Gala - Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

Buy and sell tickets for Royal Philharmonic Orchestra London at StubHub and hear some of the most prodigious voices in opera live at London Royal Albert Hall on 20/9/2025.

An Evening of Clairvoyance

Sunderland AFC v Preston North End

Birmingham Royal Ballet - Cinderella

Step into the magical world of Cinderella, where Fairy Godmothers triumph over cruel stepmothers, pumpkins turn into sparkling carriages and a jewelled slipper changes one young woman’s life forever. This timeless story of love, courage and kindness reminds us all to have faith in our wildest dreams; one day they...

Birmingham Royal Ballet - Class on Stage

Have you ever wondered just how ballet dancers prepare for each of their performances? Look no further than Class on Stage!

Ellen Kent: La Traviata

Senbla presents Opera International's award-winning Ellen Kent production featuring the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv with international soloists, highly-praised chorus and full orchestra.

An Evening of Clairvoyance

Ellen Kent: Madama Butterfly

Back by overwhelming public demand, this award-winning Opera returns in a new production with exquisite sets including a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous costumes including antique wedding kimonos from Japan.One of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who...

Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors

So it’s time to prepare yourselves for an amazing show with Horrible Histories live on stage! Using actors and eye-popping 3D special effects, these astounding shows are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips!From the horrible...

Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians

So it’s time to prepare yourselves for an amazing show with Horrible Histories live on stage! Using actors and eye-popping 3D special effects, these astounding shows are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips!From the fascinating...

New Purple Celebration - The Music Of Prince

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.

Echobelly ( show)

Ghost hunt - Royalty Theatre (Sunderland)

Broadway Babies Music and Movement

Our Broadway Babies class provides a lovely opportunity to bond with your baby as well as encouraging movement and interaction with the world through musical theatre themed sessions.

Dance Fit 50+

A Dance Fitness class for adults over 50. Have fun and get fit at the same time by participating in choreography that focuses on stamina, coordination, mobility and balance.

Tina - The Tina Turner Musical

West End mega-hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, comes as part of its first ever UK & Ireland tour. From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her triumphant transformation into a multi award-winning global superstar, Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them, winning 12 Grammy Awards...

Movers

Movers Ballet and Contemporary Dance class for adults over 55s

Community Chorus

Community Chorus is based at Sunderland Empire Theatre on Fridays

Connect Theatre Company

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

Eddi Reader

The 900 - Tony Hawk's Pro Skater Covers Band

Q&A Sides featuring Tim Burgess

Supersuckers ( show)

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.

An Inspector Calls

J B Priestley’s Classic Thriller AN INSPECTOR CALLSStephen Daldry’s multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley’s classic thriller returns.Hailed as the theatrical event of its generation, winning more awards than any other production in history, An Inspector Calls has thrilled more than 4 million people worldwide.When Inspector Goole arrives...

Imelda May

Country Hits Live

Transporting you right into the heart of downtown NashvillePerformed by a cast of multi award-winning musicians and singers, Country Hits Live will celebrate the atmosphere and energy of an evening in the home of country music.Prepare be taken back through the history of country music featuring songs from Johnny Cash,...

Sunderland Empire Academy of Performing Arts

Sunderland Empire Theatre hosts a weekly performing arts academy.

Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners

In partnership with Tourism Ireland and in association with legendary Irish pub O’Donoghues, we invite you to join a talented cast of seasoned musicians dedicated to bringing the music of this iconic group back to life.Steeped in song, story and revelry, this spectacular tale celebrates The Dubliners, Ireland’s favourite musical...

Theatre Industry Preparation Week (13+)

Are you an aspiring performer? Do you want to learn the tricks and trades of the theatre industry? Do you love to sing, dance and act?

Hairspray The Musical

The ultimate feel-good musical is back on tour!Welcome to the 60s, where everyone’s grooving to a brand-new sound! Enter Tracy Turnblad, with big hair, big heart, and big dreams to dance her way onto national TV. On her journey to become accepted, Tracy befriends Link Larkin the teen idol, Seaweed,...