The Empire Building, Sunderland – Open Monday to Saturday 10am – 6pm, times may vary dependant on performance times. Admission charges apply.

Details

Accessibility:

The closest car park is at the Bridges shopping centre approximately half a mile away.

There are 8 spaces in the stalls where wheelchair users can remain in their wheelchairs. Access is on the flat via a lift. Alternatively patrons may wish to transfer to a fixed seat, with vacated wheelchairs stored in the nearest bar area. Please note that patrons must be able to vacate the building quickly in case of evacuation. If you are unsure of the best option for you, please discuss this with the box office staff when booking. Please note that the Upper Circle and Gallery are not accessible by lift and are therefore unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

There are toilets including disability toilets which are wheelchair accessible. They are located at the Stalls and Dress Circle levels and in the stalls bar as you enter the theatre. Assistance dogs are welcome.

Theatre staff will endeavour to help you in any way they can. Please ask for anything you need and they will do their very best to assist you.

Additional ways they will be able to help you:
-  With friendly and helpful advice and service.
-   Booking taxis or assisting you into a taxi.
-   Providing one to one sighted guiding.
-   Showing you to your seats or facilities.
-   Storing equipment and make sure it is available when you need it.
-   Regular checks that you are comfortable.

Brief Description:

Sunderland Empire opened in 1907 and is the largest cultural venue in the city of Sunderland.

Further Information

Address:

Sunderland Empire Theatre, High Street West, Sunderland SR1 3EX

Email:

Via contact page of website: http://sunderlandempire.net/contact/

Phone:

0844 871 7627

Website:  

http://sunderlandempire.net/

Opening Hours:

Open Monday to Saturday 10am – 6pm, times may vary dependant on performance times.

Directions:

From East Boldon via A184 (4.4 miles). Follow A184 and A1231 southbound to High Street West.

From Hendon via A1018 (1.8 miles). Follow A1018 north-westbound then take St Mary’s Way/A183.

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Transport:

The closest railway station is Sunderland approximately 510 yards/metres away. Sunderland is also served by the metro. Buses operate in and around the area. For more travel information go to http://www.traveline.info or call 0871 200 22 33.

Amenities:

There is a wealth of attractions in the local area including bars, restaurants, hotels, bed-and-breakfast accommodation, museums and shopping.