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What’s On —
All Stage
Gowan – Strange Animal 40th AnniversaryApr 19 - 7:30 PM
Zoo Station – Celebrating U2’s ZooTVMay 3 - 7:30 PM
The Alan Jackson Experience: MargaritavilleMay 9 - 7:30 PM
Classic Troubadours: The Songs of Sheryl Crow and Stevie NicksMay 10 - 7:30 PM
Dan Hill and Andy Kim – In Story and SongMay 22 - 7:30 PM
GODDO: 50th Anniversary Who CaresMay 23 - 7:30 PM
2025 Dancing with the Stars QuinteMay 30 - 7:30 PM
The Comic StrippersMay 31 - 7:30 PM
Welcome to The Empire
The original theatre, known as the McCarthy Theatre, opened its doors in 1938 and operated continuously until 1962.
After several vacant years, it was transformed into a sports and hobby store, Stephen Licence Ltd.
In March 2002, Mark Rashotte purchased the building with the vision of bringing to Belleville a professional live performance and cinematic theatre. The Empire Theatre opened its doors on September 13, 2003.
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