A music venue in west London will be closed until at least the end of March while essential repair works are carried out to the building’s roof.
The O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire was closed at short notice on December 4 after a formal health and safety inspection revealed damage to the Grade II-listed venue’s roof.
Indie-rock band The Courteeners were due to perform on the night the roof damage was uncovered and fans were left disappointed when they were told the concert had to be cancelled.
Events at the 2,000-capacity music hall were moved to other venues until the end of 2015, but the venue today announced all gigs scheduled until March 31 will either be moved to other locations or rescheduled.
A spokesman for the venue said: “Following the closure of O2 Shepherds Bush Empire on 4 December and further inspections, structural engineers have advised that works to the roof structure will extend into March.
“The repairs require propping the roof from inside the main auditorium and we are working with independent experts and advisors to complete this maintenance as quickly as possible.
“We are sorry that these extended restoration works mean that further shows up to 31 March 2016 will either be moved to other venues in London or rescheduled as necessary.
“Once again, we thank artists, promoters and fans for their cooperation and patience and wish to reassure everyone that safety is our priority.”
Fans with tickets for events are urged to check the venue’s website to find out the new location or rescheduled date.
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