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O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire
Music Venue, Performing Arts Venue, and Concert Hall
Shepherd's Bush, London
"Excellent view of the stage"(8 Tips)
"Great venue, really intimate space."(7 Tips)
"Stand on either side of level 1 for the best view in the house"(9 Tips)
"Sit on the first level in the front tie."(2 Tips)
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Giorgi MerebashviliNovember 4, 2014No meter where you seat you will be very close to performer and connected to the vibes you came for, amazing atmosphere and nice sound quality
MEL BROWN STUDIOSAugust 24, 2014Great intimate venue. One of the best in London. If you get the opportunity to see live performances here do it!
Cla ClaNovember 6, 2018Nice theatre converted in music hall. Important: you have to be really close to the stage. If you happen to be far, the floor is also lower, so you will not be able to see the people on stage!
Marko OslanusOctober 21, 2016As a venue in general, O2 Empire is great place.Other than the outdated sound system, I have absolutely nothing to complain.One of my favorite venues in London.- Bethan HamiltonAugust 25, 2011Secure yourself a spot on one of the small viewing platforms either side of the main bar/stairs on the ground floor. Excellent view of the stage & you still get to keep your personal space ;)
Mike BroscheJune 5, 2015Reminds me of the Forum in Oz, get tickets for lower level which is standing but you have access to bars so you can watch gig and drink at the same time
Michael B.January 25, 2020A fantastic arena with three bars. You also get Very close to the performers.
One of the most beautiful and intimate theatre venues in London but it's best to sit upstairs if you want to see the band properly. Not right on the top though, or you'll probably get vertigo! Read more
James FergusonApril 15, 2022Often long queues around the corner, so either get their early or show up once the queue has subsided. Decent size with close views of the stage. Multiple bars. Toilets small - expect to queue.
MyVillage LondonJanuary 2, 2011Great venue to see live music. More intimate then the Hammersmith Apollo. There are also a shed load of bars nearby to try post and pre the gig! For more reviews check out Empire's MyVillage page! Read more
You need skill to carry full pints thru a packed gig. Hint: drink some from each at the bar before you head out & tell your mates you spilled it down people on the way, they won't know. Double win.
Michael MackenJuly 10, 2013Seating rows on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd levels very close together... Not good for those with long legs or bad knees. Get there early to get on one of the sides of those levels or end if row seat.
Time Out LondonMarch 28, 2012Once a BBC Television Theatre, it’s not surprising there’s something telegenically grand about the Empire. The building’s baroque interior exudes a grown-up glamour few venues can match... Read more
Tom BradleyAugust 30, 2015During a show, head to the bar on the left of the stage as you look at it - no one goes to it!
Supriya MAugust 25, 2023Cards at the bar now! Great team who help people who need access / mobility support :)
CarolineMay 13, 2010As Zooey Deschanel said, it looks a bit like a wedding cake on the inside. A fairly pleasant and intimate venue with decent sound. If you're standing, try arriving early so you can see the stage.
SongkickAugust 3, 2011One of the more intimate medium sized venues London has to offer, but often hard to get a good view unless you're over 6ft! The seating options give you a much better perspective.
Giacomo MasonOctober 12, 2016Nice venue! Although the floor is not sloping like in Brixton, and the beer... oh well.
Charming LiarsMarch 26, 2014Be there first to check-in & find Karnig (guitarist) for a very special prize at tonight's show!
David CameronFebruary 27, 2012You can park at Westfield London for £3 6pm - midnight. Just ask security at the venue for an additional parking ticket.
Donna LJune 30, 2019Don't expect to get your seat back if you leave without telling someone you are coming back or leaving a jacket or other marker behind.
Gaizka ElordiJanuary 29, 2014Pints £4.75 - marvelous venue - sides valconies on first level really recommendable
- Pauline McGeeDecember 19, 2012Sit on the first level in the front tie. Great view for the vertically challenged- me!!!
Jonny WrightNovember 7, 2014Free cloakroom if you have o2's Priority app- the voucher will be in the Entertainment section
Mason DanielsNovember 23, 2010Level 3 is the best place to watch bands. Make sure you get right at the back in the corner so you have to look round the pillar
Anjali RamachandranMay 13, 2010If you can, sit upstairs. If it's crowded downstairs you'll hardly be able to see the stage for the crowd. Read more
Pure RawkDecember 7, 2011Togs beware - you'll have to store your camera in the backstage area before going back in to watch a gig.
Zofia SkrakowskiMarch 5, 2011If you're planning on dancing stay downstairs & keep to the back. Drinks are horrendously ecpensive, so get tanked up before you get here.
HISTORY UKFebruary 14, 2011Opening as a music hall in 1903, between 1953 and 1992 it was run by the BBC who broadcast Crackerjack, That’s Life and Wogan from here.
- Richard HareNovember 5, 2011The view downstairs isn't great, unless you can get on the rail up the stairs from the dance floor
Linda HlodversdottirJuly 25, 2011have seen some of my favourite gigs there - is small and cozy Read more
Phil DuncanJuly 12, 2010Saw teenage fanclub here the other week. Great, small to middlin' venue... really enjoyed it!
Andrew BrackinDecember 24, 2011Bring drinks before, very little to buy and they remove all the caps.
Stepan FarkasJuly 7, 2011Beatiful venue, my favourite but £4.55 for cider in a plastic cup is ridiculous.
Christiaan HendriksenApril 19, 2013If you're not taller than 6ft, you're probably not going to see much.
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O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire
Shepherd's Bush Green
London
Greater London
W12 8TT
United Kingdom
London
Greater London
W12 8TT
United Kingdom
The O2 Empire has been a live entertainment venue for over 100 years and is a favourite within the industry, often chosen by artists for its extraordinary level of intimacy and historic importance on the touring circuit
Open until 11:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 8:00 AM–11:00 PM
+44 20 8354 3300
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"On weekends work till 2 a.m. Nice selection of bottled craft beers (they offer Table beer by Kernel brewery and Steam beer from Anchor brewery in San Francisco). Lagunitas IPA, and 2 real ales on tap."
Miroslav Šuvak - 8.8
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"Great chips, tasty burgers, brilliant music!"
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