O2 Shepherds Bush Empire
Important to know
- Capacity: 2,000 people
- Artists that have already played here: Rise Against, Paul Weller, Paradise Lost, UK Subs, Placebo, The Interrupters, Mr. Big, City and Colour, Lord of the Lost, Leprous, The Black Angels, Frank Turner, etc.
- Tickets: https://www.academymusicgroup.com/o2shepherdsbushempire/
- Address: Shepherd's Bush Green, London, England
- Getting here: Shepherd's Bush Market (300 m) and Goldhawk Road (400 m) tube stations
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The O2 Shepherds Bush Empire is a historic performance venue located in London, England, which first opened in 1903. It was a successful theatre until 1953.
After a period when the BBC used the space as a studio-theatre for TV production to prevent its closure, it was converted into a live music venue. The launch night was on March 12, 1994, featuring a performance by Soundgarden.
Over its history, the venue has hosted many memorable rock performances by artists like The Who, Prince, David Bowie, Blur, Muse, and The Rolling Stones.
Two particularly notable shows took place at the Shepherds Bush Empire: in 2001, Oasis celebrated their 10th anniversary with a concert at the venue, and Pearl Jam made their debut there in 2009.
Currently, this beautiful venue has a capacity of 2,000 people and hosts artists and bands from various genres, primarily rock, as well as comedy shows.
There are cloakroom facilities for coats, but large bags, including backpacks, are not allowed. Each person is permitted to bring only one small bag, which must not exceed the size of an A4 sheet.
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Staying close to the venue is always a great opportunity to walk to and from the show, and enjoy the exciting atmosphere of musicians and fans arriving throughout the day.
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