Family Entertainment
Once on this Island
24 July 2009 - 16 August 2009 (Main House)
“You won’t see anything more beautiful in theatre this year” Birmingham Post
Join us for the musical blockbuster of the summer!
Once On This Island is a vibrant and passionate musical fairytale infused with infectious reggae and calypso rhythms. It tells the story of a beautiful peasant girl who falls in love with a wealthy Creole planter. However the course of true love is put to the test as the young girl must prove to the island's mythical gods that the power of love is stronger than death.
From the team behind Hackney's critically acclaimed pantomimes.
Scooby-Doo and the Pirate Ghost
28 August 2009 - 30 August 2009 (Main House)
Join Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne and Fred as they encounter a new case to solve in their trade mark Mystery Inc. style. Hold onto your seats as the adventure unfolds with perplexing clues, pirate ghosts and an abundance of Scooby snacks. It's Scooby-Doo and the gang at their finest and funniest, live on stage and back by popular demand.
"Scooby and the gang brought to life on stage is a truly magical experience" Manchester Evening News
LazyTown Live! - The Pirate Adventure
1 October 2009 - 4 October 2009 (Main House)
One of the UK’s most successful theatre touring shows of 2008 is back with a brand new show. LazyTown Live! – The Pirate Adventure has swashbuckling fun for all the family and guarantees to make everyone super-heroes.
Peppa Pig's Party
31 October 2009 - 1 November 2009 (Main House)
Oink oink - it's Peppa Pig!
Peppa is a playful little piggy who lives with her younger brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig. Through everyday adventures she plays games, makes new friends and enjoys her absolute favourite activity – jumping up and down in muddy puddles!
This BAFTA Award winning children's TV favourite is recreated live on stage for first time from the producers of LazyTown Live! and Roald Dahl’s The BFG.
Aladdin
28 November 2009 - 9 January 2010 (Main House)
What would you wish for...?
Following the phenomenal box office and critical success of last year's Mother Goose, the Hackney Empire team are back with a sparkling, brand new production of Aladdin. Home to London's No1 pantomime, the Hackney Empire has received universal acclaim from audiences and critics alike and this year will be bigger and better! Written and directed by Susie McKenna, expect familiar faces from London's West End as well our Hackney panto regulars.
Don't miss London's favourite holiday treat!