Four icons of Sunderland AFC, Peter Reid, Kevin Phillips, Niall Quinn and Stefan Schwarz, take to the stage to relive the moments that made them legends. From thunderous goals to heroic saves, this is your chance to hear the untold stories, dressing room drama, and behind-the-scenes banter from the players who wore the red and white with pride. | Sunderland Echo

placeholder image — Four icons of Sunderland AFC, Peter Reid, Kevin Phillips, Niall Quinn and Stefan Schwarz, take to the stage to relive the moments that made them legends. From thunderous goals to heroic saves, this is your chance to hear the untold stories, dressing room drama, and behind-the-scenes banter from the players who wore the red and white with pride. | Sunderland Echo

From household names to football heroes - 9 of the biggest shows heading to Sunderland Empire in 2026

By Katy Wheeler

Lifestyle Editor

Published 5th Jan 2026, 14:02 GMT

Updated 16th Jan 2026, 12:04 GMT

From household name actors to sporting heroes, there’s plenty of top shows hitting the Sunderland Empire stage in 2026.

Here’s 9 of the biggest shows we can look forward to, in date order.

9. Peter Pan, December 11 - January 3

This year's panto, Sleeping Beauty, was one of the best yet - and you can already book tickets for next year's festive spectacular at the Empire. It will be Peter Pan, starring Empire favourites Miss Rory and Tom Whalley - with more casting to be announced. | Submitted

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From household names to football heroes - 9 of the biggest shows heading to Sunderland Empire in 2026

From household name actors to sporting heroes, there’s plenty of top shows hitting the Sunderland Empire stage in 2026.

9. Peter Pan, December 11 - January 3

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