Located in the centre of swindon, wiltshire at the northern end of victoria road on the corner of clarence street and groundwell road. The theatre has seen in past year showaddywaddy, richard digance, the barron knights, raymond froggatt and comediene hollie walsh. It is one of several cinemas in and adjoining leicester square which are regularly used for film premieres and first runs. Queens theatre later named the empire theatre, swi. Currently operating 129 screens in 14 cinemas across the united kingdom, empire cinemas screens everything from mainstream blockbusters to arthouse classics in quality cinemas, staffed by individuals who are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about film. Photos of empire theatre in swindon, gb cinema treasures. Cinema treasures is the ultimate guide to movie theaters. The new and convenient way to find out whats on and to book tickets on the go. Local facilities other facilities available within the greenbridge retail and leisure park. Cineworld cinema leicester square in london, gb cinema. We had a few hours to spare so went to the cinema at the last minute. Not all productions or events are able to be booked online. Queens theatre later named the empire theatre, swindon postcard source. We strive to offer the right books at the lowest price with the best service.
This record is held by wiltshire and swindon history centre see contact details. In 1866, liverpool empire began its life as the prince of wales theatre and opera house and was run by gas light and steam power. Cinema jobs in swindon in april 2020 cinema job vacancies. Official wyvern theatre in swindon website, including how to find the theatre, whats on, show times and full theatre guide. Interior of the empire theatre, swindon proof print source. As well as hosting a programme of contemporary theatre and new work, it also provides access to actor and performance training through the actors institute. Empire cinemas empire cinemas swindon are currently.
During the next 40 years thereafter, it was used on an annual basis to entertain the surrounding area with the slippery gulch days celebration of the city of tekoa, with many, hardworking. Wordery is one of the uks largest online independent book shops. Great imax viewing empire cinema, swindon traveller. The name changed to what it is today in 1895, so has had its name for over 100 years. The shoebox theatre is a multipurpose performance and arts space based in the heart of swindon s railway village. The theatre will remain closed at the present time, and we shall be following the uk government guidelines and advice with regards the covid19 virus, and how it affects the theatre, we shall remain monitoring the situation and will keep you informed, with updates and news. Empire cinema swindon 2020 all you need to know before. Waterstones swindon, where we know everyone is a reader. Evamaria westbroek, aleksandrs antonenko, dimitri platanias two short italian operas are brought together in a new staging by awardwinning director damiano michieletto, who sets both operas in a poverty stricken village in 1980s southern italy, where the mafia has a hold. Meet harley quinn, black canary, huntress, renee montoya, and cassandra cain. Tickets will be held at the empire theatres ticketing office for collection. For being 3 years old, the seats are surprisingly comfortable, the theater is clean and the seats with the tables are a nice bonus. Empire cinema swindon 2020 what to know before you go. Clicking book now will take you through to a third party site where you can complete your booking.
As more information comes to light, we will continue to update our patrons. Empire theatre, season 19045 by empire theatre and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Jan 07, 2020 the empire theatre is a great, multipurpose venue. The empire was originally built in 1884 as a variety theatre and was rebuilt for films in the 1920s. All performances between now and april 30 will be cancelled or postponed until later in the year. Originally specialising in ballet and then in variety acts, the theatre became a mainstay of the west end entertainment scene. Mechanics institute, swindon, theatres trust, 2008, from the collection of. By 1914, it had been renamed empire theatre and alfred manners was the proprietor. One day you can catch a firstrun movie and the next day a great live act such as a band or comedian.
Indeed may be compensated by these employers, helping keep indeed free for jobseekers. Empire cinemas swindon are currently recruiting for team member positions. To book tickets online, select the event and hit the book now button on the events. The queens theatre later renamed the empire theatre, swindon postcard. Empire cinemas star wars the rise of skywalker new. Empire cinemas swindon is currently closed as the present time falls outside of the opening hours below. When the sun set on the empire theatre swindon advertiser. Empire cinemas gothams worst brings out their best.
There had been a theatre on this site in leicester square since 1884. The deal also included that empire theatres would take over the cineworld haymarket. The empire, leicester square is currently 2017 run by cineworld whose own website for the theatre can be found here. Cineworlds awardwinning cinemas are the perfect venues to host your event.
Seating sucks the empire theatre, belleville traveller. The cineworld cinema leicester square was closed on 7th january 2018 for refurbishment and reopened 9th february 2018. The empire theatre has lit up the night in support of health workers and to highlight the struggling entertainment industry during the coronavirus pandemic. The nineteenth century saw a boom in theatre building that was fuelled by. Cinema listings, film show times, information, and maps for empire swindon greenbridge in swindon from, the uks biggest entertainment website. It went through many refurbishments, before being bought by atg and the theatre now stands about a quarter size bigger than it originally stood. The online booking was good and made sure we got the seats we were happy with. Catalogue description printed seating plan of the empire theatre, swindon.
Chathams empire theatre opened in 1912 and was one of frank matchams last works. If youd like more information on prime theatre, our theatre productions or swindon community projects, please dont hesitate to get in touch. Wyvern theatre swindon, total guide to swindon events. In the wood billy uke scott empire theatre swindon pantomime.
Wyvern theatre swindon this april, follow the yellow brick road to the wyvern theatre for a fantastic allnew easter pantomime version of the. The empire theatre belleville 2020 all you need to know. Scan of original edwardian postcard from our image collection. Swindon s empire theatre on the corner of groundwell road 1 comment panto season in swindon gets off to a wicked start with shaun williamson, aka barry from eastenders, playing abanazar in aladdin. From highprofile conferences and exhibitions to private film screenings and big. Discover the best things to see and do at swindon s wyvern theatre and swindon arts centre, with perfect plays, class comedians and so much more get to get stuck in to, youll be sure to find something that takes your fancy. Located at swindon s greenbridge retail park, empire is a multiplex cinema with 12 screens. Oct 16, 2008 empire theatre, swindon postmark date 31st august 1914.
The original theatre, known as the mccarthy theatre, opened its doors in 1938 and operated continuously until 1962. Empire swindon greenbridge retail park, garrard way, swindon. Empire cinemas is the largest independentlyowned cinema chain in the uk. Printed seating plan of the empire theatre, swindon. It then came under the management of swindon entertainments and became part of cinema proprietors of birmingham. The empire was one of five empire cinemas purchased by cineworld in july 2016, the others were basildon, hemel hempstead, poole and bromley. We are looking for individuals to enhance our current team if you are passionate about films, enjoy working with others. The empire theatre located at 126 south crosby st was built and opened in 1940 as a movie theater. As part a national initiative by the australasian lighting industry association alia, the empire theatres spectacular light show was projected onto the facade of the art deco theatre from.
There now follows details of the opening of the original empire theatre, leicester square in 1884. Our online box office offers a safe, secure credit card booking facility. It was my first time to teh theatre but i liked it and id definitely go back because its been beautifully restored and the movie is shown on a screen amidst a dramatic stage i felt a little like i steped back in time. Empire theatre had a chequered history swindon advertiser. Get instant job matches for companies hiring now for cinema jobs in swindon and more.
Books blogger hangouts keep jamboard collections arts and culture. No evidence exists on which to base an account of the social life of swindon before the. The empire theatres opening programme, thursday, april 17, 1884. Empire cinemas swindon swindon cinema opening times and. It was a sad day in july 2005, when the cinema side of the empire theatre had to close its curtains for the last time, due to lack of bums on seats and the opening of a competitive multiplex nearby. We are working hard to bring you the best cinema experience at cineworld swindon shaw ridge. Our vision is to lead and transform information management, guarantee the survival of todays information for tomorrow and bring history to life for everyone. Our lovely twostorey shop is located in the brunel shopping centre at the heart of the town centre. A 1905 colour postcard showing the new queens theatre known as the empire theatre from 1906. National theatre live is the national theatre s groundbreaking project to broadcast worldclass theatre to cinemas in the uk and internationally. After several vacant years, it was transformed into a sports and hobby store, stephen licence ltd.
The empire theatres is the largest performing arts precinct in regional australia and boasts several. Empire theatre in collectable theatre programmes 1940s for sale. Rare 1946 variety programme woolwich empire theatre. Empire swindon is swindon s largest cinema conveniently located within greenbridge retail park swindon, next to frankie and bennys and chiquito mexican restaurant. It had a 35 feet deep stage, the proscenium was 29 feet wide. Indeed ranks job ads based on a combination of employer bids and relevance, such as your search terms and other activity on indeed. The old, 280seat, art deco movie theater closed in 1958. I went to see the move the lincoln lawyer at the empire theatre. It was especially popular with young men about town, although it encountered the anger. In line with the federal governments ban on indoor public gatherings over 100 people the empire theatre is now closed. Various retailers including boots, argos, and next. The empire, leicester square is a cinema currently operated by cineworld on the north side of leicester square, london. Mcdonalds kfc frankie and bennys chiquitos gala bingo cannons. It stood at the corner of clarence street and groundwell road.
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