Liverpool Empire

The Liverpool Empire Theatre is the largest two-tier theatre in the UK, hosting the very best in touring productions. From musicals to dance, and comedy to drama, the theatre hosts a varied programme and is one of the city’s most iconic venues.

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We believe that the joy of live performances should be accessible to all, and we're committed to removing barriers so everyone can enjoy entertainment in a comfortable, inclusive, and welcoming environment.

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Getting around

Parking

Find details of our preferred parking at St John's Car Park.

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Lift

Liverpool Empire does have a lift.

Step free access and wheelchairs

Street level access is via Lime Street, through into the foyer, with level access into the auditorium at both sides of the stalls. The rest of the auditorium has step access. The building features wide doors, and additional toilet facilities for disabled people. One front of house lift provides access to the circle and one lift provides access to the stalls bar toilets, with appropriate seating positions available on all levels.

There are sixteen wheelchair spaces available in the auditorium. 12 of these can be found in Row U of the stalls and the remaining four, in Row G in the Circle. There is lift access to Row G in the Circle and street level access to Row U in the stalls. Some of the companion seats in Stalls row U are located in front of the wheelchair spaces. If you need to be sat in a chair adjacent to your companion, we would recommend the wheelchair seats in row G of the Circle.

All bars are accessible for all customers or ask us for At Seat Service when you arrive.

Accessible toilets

There is one accessible toilet Stalls level near the accessible entrance.

Emotional support animals

Assistant dogs are welcome and can be looked after by the theatre staff during the performance if requested in advance or on arrival. If you would like your dog to stay with you, please contact us so we can ensure your seats have suitable space for your dog. Please also check the show information for any trigger warnings.

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Seat dimensions

Our seats are 19 inches wide from arm rest to arm rest.

Services for blind, partially sighted or otherwise visually impaired audiences

Information about our venue’s audio description, touch tours and other visual services can be found on our Visual Impairment Services page. We recommend seats in the AA-DD area for customers who require a closer view of the stage. Touch Tours may also be available to accompany Audio Described performances. This will be advertised on the website or brochure page for each show.

Services for D/deaf and hard of hearing audiences

Information about our venue’s hearing enhancement systems, signed performances and other hearing services can be found on our Hearing Impairment Services page. The signal for the hearing loop will work best in the centre stalls area. If you have any issues, please speak to a member of staff.

Resources & help

Useful links

For any resources such as Symbol Resources or links to our Euan's Guide pages, please see our Additional Resources.

A visual resource is designed to assist our patrons who are on the autistic spectrum or who have a sensory or communication condition. For a copy of the venue’s visual or audio story, please contact us on [email protected]

Further information and questions

Details of company-wide Access Services are available in our Access Section. Any other questions please see our FAQ’s.