Built in 1901, the Hackney Empire with its electric lights, central heating and in-built projection box was a technological wonder of its time. In 2001, the Empire's centenary year, our Chairman of the Fundraising Appeal, Griff Rhys Jones, was able to announce that after many years of hard work the Empire had raised £15 million to fund the renovation and restoration of the theatre.

Hackney Empire is embarking on a new journey as the building enters its 11th decade. Its artistic aim is the same as it has always been; ­ to provide quality entertainment to a local and global audience. Although the theatre may be a grand old dame, a new chapter is just beginning.

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