
About this space
A light and airy first floor studio within the Hackney Empire.
This elegant creative space is perfect for hospitality events, readings, rehearsals, conference break out sessions, exhibitions, away-days and meetings. Access is from the theatre dress circle or via separate entrance.
10m x 8m sq metres 3m ceiling height
Maximum capacity: 100
Step free access
Accessible Lift
Accessible toilet
Natural light
Small LX desk
PA system
Catering available
Wi-Fi
Capacity
Standing
up to 100
Prices
Catering
In-house catering
Allows external catering
Approved caterers only
BYO alcohol allowed
Can provide alcohol
Kitchen facilities available
Can provide halal
Can provide kosher
Complimentary water
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary tea and coffee
Buyout fee for external catering
Licences
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Space features
Venue welcomes
Ticketed events
Loud music/events
Own music equipment /DJ
VIP events
Enhanced security events
About Hackney Empire
The recent restoration has brought this Frank Matcham designed theatre into the 21st Century with state of the art facilities. Built in 1901, it is an extraordinarily atmospheric theatre. A Grade II* listed building, the Hackney Empire has presented the arts in all incarnations, from Charlie Chaplin, the BBC and Gilbert & Sullivan to Arcade Fire, Russell Brand and Hercule Poirot not to mention London’s No.1 pantomime.
Hugely versatile, the gilded, lofty and gorgeously atmospheric main space can take up to 1635 standing for a live music gig with stunning acoustics. There’s also a smaller, recently completed, fully featured rehearsal and event space holding up to 120 on site.