About Us
As a cultural hub of the Darling Downs for more than 100 years, The Empire continues to serve our community with a focus on developing the arts in our region, delivering world class entertainment locally and telling the important stories.
# Our Vision
#We will lead by example. We nurture, enable and inspire dynamic cultural growth, championing experiences for, with and by community.
#Our Values
#We are inspired and motivated by principles that guide and influence our operations.
#Our Purpose
#Our fundamental Business is Theatre.
As custodians and managers of one of the largest performing arts precinct in regional Australia, we ensure the Empire Theatres' significant suite of arts and entertainment venues are valued, maintained and activated. We work with our industry partners, our collaborators, our audience and patrons to:
Develop
Develop dynamic, inclusive and exceptional opportunities for performing arts and community activities.
Deliver
Deliver diverse, world-class performing arts experiences, anywhere.
Connect
Connect people, ideas and stories to shape and inspire imagination and creativity.
#What's new
Following an extensive nationwide recruitment, the Empire Theatres Board of Directors is pleased to announce revered Queensland arts leader Giuliana Bonel as incoming General Manager
Toowoomba filmmaker Charlotte Chimes returns home this month when her new film, Six Months, is screened during Flickerfest at the Empire Theatre on Saturday April 22.
When Bree Miller booked her seats to Rolling Thunder Vietnam, she had no way of knowing she’d just become the lucky purchaser of the Empire Theatre’s 2.5 millionth ticket.
The magic of a beloved Australian classic was spread further these school holidays with the addition of Auslan interpretation for Possum Magic on July 4.
This Naidoc week, take a look at the wealth of award winning First Nations performances set to hit our stages.
The Empire continues in its goal to nurture and develop young talent in the region with the opening of applications for the 2023 Empire Youth Bursaries.
The 2023 Junior IMPACT Ensemble presented their annual production, Shack, by George Kemp from July 14-15.
Art will join forces with science, technology, engineering, and maths (S.T.E.M) for The Empire's exciting 2023 family festival, Thrive on Arts.
Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella (Broadway Version) will the The Empire's 2024 musical
Auditions are open to find the fairytale cast of Cinderella
The Empire has continued their commitment to supporting and nurturing the young performers of the region with the presentation of the 2023 Empire Youth Bursaries.
The cast of the 2024 production of Cinderella have been revealed
Three new directors were appointed to The Empire's Board in January 2024.
A hugely successful 6 show season of The Empire's production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella comes to an end.
The second longest-running play in West End history will premiere on The Empire stage ahead of a national tour.
The Empire’s youngest artists have kicked off rehearsals for their original production, Our Egg Named Larry, to be performed from July 12-13.
Following a record number of applications The Empire is thrilled to announce Munich-based Australian multidisciplinary performer, lirico-spinto soprano and actress Christiana Aloneftis as the 2024 recipient of the prestigious Brian Boak Bursary.
The Empire’s commitment to nurturing and developing young talent in the region continues with the opening of applications for The Empire Foundation 2024 Youth Bursaries.
In the lead-up to 2024 NAIDOC Week celebrations, The Empire launched their Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) in support of their ongoing commitment to fostering reconciliation in Australia.
The Empire’s popular family festival Thrive on Arts will return from September 26-29, celebrating all things nature and the environment.
A remarkable true story of unity, humanity and hope lands on The Empire stage when Tony and Olivier Award-winning hit Broadway musical Come From Away performs from 14 – 23 March 2025.
The Southern Queensland Regional Arts Services Network (RASN) will shine a light on talented artists across Southern Queensland with the creation of a high-quality publication aimed at celebrating the spirit and stories of Southern Queensland art and culture.
The Empire Foundation has continued their commitment to supporting and nurturing the young performers of the region with the presentation of the 2024 Empire Youth Bursaries.
After four sold-out shows in September of this year, Theatre of Magic is returning by popular demand to The Empire for a six-month series of performances.
