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Empire Consett

Front Street
Consett
County Durham
DH8 5AB

Tel: +44 03000 262400

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We are encouraging and recommending members of the public to continue to wear face coverings, unless exempt, in all of our buildings and venues, to protect each other and staff. Helping to reduce the spread of coronavirus, this will enable us to maintain the provision of services for those who need them most.

The Empire Consett, is a much loved and well used town centre arts venue. It offers a year round live show programme, facilitating both professional and amateur performances, and an entertaining film programme comprised in the main popular mainstream films at reasonable prices.

View upcoming events and performances on the Empire Consett website. 

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Season (1 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2022)
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Monday - Saturday10:00 - 21:00
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Bank Holiday10:00 - 21:00

* Opening times and prices vary according to performance. Please see website or ring for details.

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Nearest major road is A692. Follow signs to town centre. The Empire is at the heart of Consett. Follow signage

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Nearest station is Durham Station. Bus services available to Consett. Approx. 100 metres from Consett Bus Station.

Highlights...

Friday, 24th June 2022 - Saturday, 25th June 2022

Images of Broadway billboards and text reading 'Broadway Greats' in lights. '"NHS, We Thank You" Concert'. "NHS, We Thank You" Concert at Empire ConsettBased on the great American musicals, This "NHS, We Thank You" concert is raising money to support the physical and mental welfare of the staff at University Hospital, Durham
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