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MIDDLESBROUGH’S PALACE OF VARIETIES

Opened in 1897 The Middlesbrough Empire is one of only 3 surviving theatres designed by Ernest Runtz and is one of the oldest entertainment venues in the North East of England. Following constant substantial restoration, it is working successfully as a live music and performance venue with its much-loved proscenium arch stage and iconic original features remaining the focal point over 100 years after their installation.

The Empire has played hosts to the likes of Charlie Chaplin, Laurel & Hardy, Harry Houdini, Roger Sanchez, The Arctic Monkeys and James Arthur, has supported fresh up and coming talent through BBC Introducing and NME new music tours, is an active member of the Music Venue Trust and is an official grass roots music venue, supporting and championing local talent. The Empire is also the official venue of Teesside University.

Events

8th August 2025 - 10:00 pm

Underdog presents: Girls, Gays & Theys

The Middlesbrough Empire
9th August 2025 - 3:00 pm

Over 30’s Dayclub

The Middlesbrough Empire
9th August 2025 - 10:00 pm

ONE: SATURDAY – 9 AUG – BULLS EYE

The Middlesbrough Empire
14th August 2025 - 10:00 pm

CREEPS THURSDAYS – A LEVEL RESULTS

The Middlesbrough Empire

Clubbing

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8th August 2025 - 10:00 pm

Underdog presents: Girls, Gays & Theys

The Middlesbrough Empire
9th August 2025 - 3:00 pm

Over 30’s Dayclub

The Middlesbrough Empire
9th August 2025 - 10:00 pm

ONE: SATURDAY – 9 AUG – BULLS EYE

The Middlesbrough Empire
14th August 2025 - 10:00 pm

CREEPS THURSDAYS – A LEVEL RESULTS

The Middlesbrough Empire
22nd August 2025 - 10:00 pm

Fixation pres. CASIMM

The Middlesbrough Empire
27th August 2025 - 6:45 pm

SEED Talks: The History of Witchcraft and Feminism

The Middlesbrough Empire
6th September 2025 - 3:00 pm

The Signatures – Northern Soul Live!

The Middlesbrough Empire
13th September 2025 - 10:00 pm

One Empire presents SCHAK!

The Middlesbrough Empire
17th September 2025 - 6:45 pm

SEED Talks: The Science behind AUDHD

The Middlesbrough Empire
19th September 2025 - 10:00 pm

Underdog presents Avril Lavigne (live tribute)

The Middlesbrough Empire
26th September 2025 - 7:00 pm

Initialize – The Middlesbrough Empire

The Middlesbrough Empire
27th September 2025 - 3:00 pm

90’s Daytime Disco

The Middlesbrough Empire
3rd October 2025 - 9:00 pm

Retro.

The Middlesbrough Empire
10th October 2025 - 7:00 pm

The Dualers ‘Beach Life Tour 25’

The Middlesbrough Empire
18th October 2025 - 3:00 pm

Over 30s Dayclub MIDDLESBROUGH – Home before dark

The Middlesbrough Empire
24th October 2025 - 9:00 pm

KRYPTIC 4TH ANNIVERSARY – RAVE ROYALTY TAKEOVER!

The Middlesbrough Empire
8th November 2025 - 3:00 pm

ABBA DAY PARTY

The Middlesbrough Empire
15th November 2025 - 7:00 pm

Finn Forster

The Middlesbrough Empire
21st November 2025 - 8:00 pm

Sugarshack presents CREAM!

The Middlesbrough Empire
6th December 2025 - 3:00 pm

Over 30s Dayclub MIDDLESBROUGH – Christmas party

The Middlesbrough Empire
20th December 2025 - 6:00 pm

East 17 + More Live – Xmas Special

The Middlesbrough Empire