Hackney Empire, Prp & Costume

291 Mare Street Hackney, London, E8 1EJ -

Up to
80 guests
Offers
catering

About Venue

The world renowned, Grade 2* listed Edwardian music hall designed and built in 1901 by Frank Matcham, recently fully restored, is the jewel in the crown of London's historic East End. The magnificent and ornate auditorium can accommodate up to 1350. With a wide range of versatile spaces including a mirrored foyer, bars, royal boxes, full scale rehearsal studios with breakout rooms and a hospitality suite.

The Harold Pinter Room, within the Hackney Empire, is a hospitality suite with full conference and internet facilities which can accommodate up to 80 people. A large and elegant space within the main theatre with access from the dress circle or via a separate entrance. Perfect for a range of corporate and hospitality events from small conferences to meetings, presentations and community events. Space welcomes: Art Exhibitions Pop-Ups Promoters . Space has: 90m2 (969ft2) Outside Space .

Capacity & Layout

Standing

up to 80

Theatre

up to 60

Boardroom

up to 60

Cabaret

up to 60

Classroom

up to 60

Food & Beverage

Catering arrangements

Facilities & Amenities

Tea

Location

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Reviews

hazel mead
November 2025
Wonderful building that has been lovingly restored to the highest standard. Exceedingly polite friendly and helpful staff. I have seen some brilliant shows here and have never ever been disappointed. The yearly Christmas panto is absolutely the best and not to be missed. It has the perfect level of adult/ child entertainment and audience interaction/ participation all at an affordable price for the family. They bend over backwards to accommodate clientele with accessibility needs - with additional assistance to and from your seat to special performances. I cannot recommend this theatre enough - give it a try and im sure you will become a frequent visitor too.
Stephen Madden
September 2025
Excellent venue. Hackney Central Station just around the corner on Mildmay Overground Line. Front of House & theatre staff very polite & helpful. Saw The Drifters and the performance, sound & lighting were terrific. Real Party atmosphere. Beautifully renovated decor and great view from our Dress Circle seats. I bought a round from Dress Circle Bar but the local pubs are nothing to recommend if you want pre show drinks. Baxters Court Wetherspoons (upstairs bar) was the best.
Natalie Owusu Ansah
November 2025
First panto I went to and I enjoyed it! Favourite characters were cinderella and the wicked stepsisters. Comfortable seats and pretty interior. Onsite bar with many options.

Shez
November 2025
Great show and views, seating a little tight but manageable. Helpful polite staff, good range of bars and drinks. Quick and efficient entry