Built in 1903 and designed by famed theatre architect Frank Matcham, O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire is a Grade II listed building, and has been operating as a music venue since 1994, currently operated by Academy Music Group.
In summer 2025, the venue underwent a comprehensive technical upgrade, transforming the venue’s audio capabilities and updating the stage lighting – while preserving the architectural integrity and remaining sensitive to the backdrop of performances at one the most well-known theatres in London.
Partnering with Adlib, a new ground-stacked d&b audiotechnik sound system with supplemental fill speakers has been installed, in addition to new light fixture upgrades and new power distribution.
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