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The O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire To Reopen

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March 10, 2016

Good news, people! The O2 Empire Shepherd’s Bush is set to reopen next month.

If you remember, the venue was forced to close at the end of 2015 due to structural damage. This caused a lot of chaos with shows being forced to change venue or were cancelled, but now the venue has confirmed it will play host to its first gig on April 19.

Check out the venue’s upcoming listings below:

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