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Visiting Sunderland Empire: what to know before you go

High Street West, SR1 3EX, Sunderland, United Kingdom

Sunderland Empire is a theatre building in Sunderland, open since 1907, with room for about 2,200 people.

The busiest month ahead is April 2027, with 3 dates.

5 public transport stops are within walking distance (Metro / subway, Train and Bus stop); the nearest is Park Lane Metro Station, 300 m away.

Sunderland Empire

Key facts

Type of venue
Theatre building
Capacity
2,200
Opened
1907
Address
High Street West, SR1 3EX, Sunderland, United Kingdom
Upcoming events
5

Sunderland Empire, month by month

  • January 20271 date, including Joanne McNally: Pinotphile
  • April 20273 dates, including Disney Princess - The Concert, Back to the Future The Musical and Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston

Ticket prices

What the programme holds: Plays & Musicals (3), Concerts (1) and Comedy (1).

Arriving by public transport

  • Park Lane Metro StationMetro / subway300 m
    4 min walk
  • Sunderland Grand CentralTrain420 m
    5 min walk
  • University Metro stationMetro / subway430 m
    5 min walk
  • Bus 56 - City Rider (Stand T) Sunderland to NewcastleBus stop490 m
    6 min walk
  • Bus 60 S’land to Parkside HeathwayBus stop520 m
    6 min walk

Arriving by car

2 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 410 m from the venue.

Hotels near Sunderland Empire

Next events at Sunderland Empire

Other venues near Sunderland Empire

  • The Fire Station420 m · 4 dates
  • Independent460 m · 1 date
  • The Point470 m · 1 date
  • Stadium of Light860 m · 1 date

Sunderland Empire: practical questions

How many people fit in Sunderland Empire?

Sunderland Empire has a capacity of about 2,200; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.

When did Sunderland Empire open?

Sunderland Empire opened in 1907.

What is the nearest stop to Sunderland Empire?

Park Lane Metro Station (Metro / subway), 300 m away – about 4 min on foot.

Can I park near Sunderland Empire?

Yes, 2 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 410 m away.

What kind of events does Sunderland Empire host?

Upcoming dates by category: Plays & Musicals (3), Concerts (1) and Comedy (1).

Which month has the most events at Sunderland Empire?

April 2027, with 3 dates, including Disney Princess - The Concert and Back to the Future The Musical.

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