Sunderland Empire Voted Best Theatre/Live Music Venue

Sunderland Empire are thrilled to be awarded Best Theatre/Live Music Venue in the North East through the Smooth Radio Love the North East Awards 2010.

The Smooth Radio Love the North East Awards 2010 with North East Tonight, The Northern Echo and The Sunderland Echo have been collecting nominations and votes from listeners and readers over the last few months to identify their favourite top ten places in the North East. The Love the North East Awards are all about the real places that local people love.

Sunderland Empire was up against strong competition in the category of Best Theatre/Live Music Venue from The Sage and the O2 who were also nominated. Andrew Rawlinson, General Manager of the Sunderland Empire was pleased to collect the award yesterday at the Smooth Radio Awards Ceremony at Beamish Hall Hotel.

Andrew Rawlinson, states “This a phenomenal achievement for the Sunderland Empire and I am proud to collect the award on behalf of all staff who have worked hard to ensure all our customers have an enjoyable experience”.

“We pride ourselves on bringing an innovative and varied programme of shows and performances to the region for the delight and satisfaction of all our customers. We would like to thank all those who nominated and voted for the Sunderland Empire and we greatly appreciate their continued support “.

Sunderland Empire look forward to hosting an electric mix of shows and performances over the coming months including the fabulous Rocky Horror Show, Hairspray and the newly announced multi-million pound production of White Christmas.

We endeavour to meet an array of tastes and have something for the whole family from musicals, comedy, concerts, children’s shows and ballet. Be a part of the Best Theatre/Live Music Venue in the North East and experience the buzz and excitement first hand!