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Magic and Marvels Magic and Marvels Variety Step right up and prepare to be amazed by the one-man extravaganza, "Magic & Marvels," presented by the extraordinary and multi-skilled performer, Michael Jordan!Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey into the realm of wonder and enchantment as Michael showcases his incredible talents in magic and circus arts. Sun 15 June 2025 // 2:30 pm Find out more Elvis Remembered Elvis Remembered Music blackburn-empire-poster-Elvis Remembered Elvis Remembered takes you through the career of the King of Rock n Roll, Elvis Presley from the hits of the 50s n 60s to the concert shows of the 70s. Sat 16 August 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT Music blackburn-empire-DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT DS:UK - The ON anoTHEr NIGHT TOUR - 20261991 brought us the final Dire Straits album - On Every Street - and was commemorated by an enormous 2 year world tour that was one of their most successful to date.In On Every Street, Mark created some classic Dire Straits songs such as Calling Elvis, The... Fri 09 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Rave On Rave On Music blackburn-empire-Rave On Rave On is the 50s and 60s musical sensation sweeping the nation! Sat 21 March 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The 39 Steps The 39 Steps Drama blackburn-empire-poster-The 39 Steps Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python, and you have The 39 Steps—a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre!This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, a multitude of zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of... Thu 22 May 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Club 80s Live Club 80s Live Music The Club 80's Live show will take you on a rollercoaster ride back through one of the greatest eras of music. Sat 25 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Class of 55 The Class of 55 Music blackburn-empire-The Class of 55 Get ready to rock and roll as the Class of '55 reunites for an unforgettable night celebrating the legendary sounds of Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash, and Jerry Lee Lewis!This spectacular production promises to transport you back in time with all the electrifying energy of a live band that will have you dancing in your seat. Fri 16 January 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Carpenters Experience Carpenters Experience Music When we were young, we’d listen to the radio, waiting for our favourite songs. Wed 22 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Buddy Holly & The Cricketers Buddy Holly & The Cricketers Music blackburn-empire-Buddy Holly & The Cricketers All Holly’s hits and classics from his rock ’n’ roll pals are played live on stage by these five amazing young actor-musicians, who always delight crowds with their fabulous show.Featuring raw rock ’n’ roll, beautifully haunting ballads, energetic performances, and some genuinely hilarious moments, there is no live event that delivers a better Buddy experience.Audiences... Sun 12 July 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Roxette UK Roxette UK Music blackburn-empire-Roxette UK Roxette UK is the ultimate tribute band dedicated to recreating the electrifying pop hits of the legendary Swedish duo, Roxette. Fri 13 March 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Simon & Garfunkel Story The Simon & Garfunkel Story Music blackburn-empire-poster-The Simon & Garfunkel Story “What A Great ****ing Show” – ART GARFUNKELFew shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story, with multiple sold-out shows in over 50-countries worldwide and over 20 headline performances in London’s West End, including multiple appearances at the world-famous London Palladium.Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international... Thu 17 July 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Too Much Too Young Too Much Too Young Music blackburn-empire-Too Much Too Young The UK’s biggest and only dedicated Ska theatre experience is sweeping the nation with a string of sell-out performances!Get ready for an electrifying night of music with Too Much Too Young – The Music of 2Tone & Beyond, a high-octane, two-hour theatre experience that takes audiences on an unforgettable ride through the ska sound that... Thu 12 March 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Nearly Elton – The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John Nearly Elton - The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John Music blackburn-empire-Nearly Elton - The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John Experience the ultimate Elton John tribute concert – Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time. Fri 20 February 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Greatest Star – Barbra Streisand Tribute Show The Greatest Star - Barbra Streisand Tribute Show Music blackburn-empire-The Greatest Star - Barbra Streisand Tribute Show Barbra Streisand is, by far, one of the worlds best known artistes in recent times. Sun 12 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Adult Panto – Snow White and the Magnificent Seven The Adult Panto - Snow White and the Magnificent Seven Comedy blackburn-empire-The Adult Panto - Snow White and the Magnificent Seven Taking the UK by storm since 2004, the Market Theatre’s Adult Panto Company are back on tour and out to corrupt another classic fairy tale beyond recognition with their unique style of Adult Panto. Sat 28 February 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The ELO Encounter – Blue Sky Tour The ELO Encounter - Blue Sky Tour Music blackburn-empire-The ELO Encounter - Blue Sky Tour Roll over Beethoven, because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra is here!In an all live show featuring soaring strings, striking vocal harmonies and playing all the much loved songs from ELO’s hit-filled library including Evil Woman, Telephone Line and Don’t Bring Me Down. Sun 07 September 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown Roy 'Chubby' Brown Comedy blackburn-empire-poster-Roy 'Chubby' Brown After another SOLD OUT show Roy 'Chubby' Brown is back at The Empire. Sat 14 June 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Jerseys Live The Jerseys Live Music blackburn-empire-The Jerseys Live Join The Jerseys as we celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Fri 24 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Swing Commanders The Swing Commanders Music blackburn-empire-poster-The Swing Commanders The Swing Commanders are a stunningly vibrant and versatile group that perform an exciting mix of 1940s Classics, Boogie-Woogie, Western Swing, 50’s Jump Jazz and more!Every member of the Swing Commanders sings and plays at least one instrument, sometimes three! Thu 09 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show Variety blackburn-empire-Dazzling Diamonds Get ready to be dazzled by The Dazzling Diamonds!The Dazzling Diamonds make a triumphant return with a brand new comedy variety drag show. Sat 10 January 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more BITTER SWEET BITTER SWEET Music blackburn-empire-poster-BITTER SWEET The Ultimate Tribute to Sabrina Carpenter & Olivia RodrigoFrom the creators of the smash-hit theatre & arena show Taylor Fever!Carpenters and Livvies, get ready! Mon 25 August 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Beatles Complete Beatles Complete Music blackburn-empire-Beatles Complete DIRECT FROM THE WORLD-FAMOUS CAVERN CLUB, LIVERPOOLBeatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time.Having now performed over 200 shows at the world-famous Cavern Club, this Liverpool-based ‘beat combo’ are the youngest-ever Beatles band to gain a residency at The Cavern Club, where they still... Fri 01 May 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Calling Planet Earth Calling Planet Earth Music blackburn-empire-Calling Planet Earth Recreating the electrifying 80s taking you on a musical memory right back to the nightclub dance floor!Relive, sing, dance and party to many of the best 80s songs ever from artists such as Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Ultravox, Visage, Tears For Fears, ABC, Japan, Yazoo, Human League, Eurythmics and more.Unforgettable hits such as Planet Earth, True, Tainted... Fri 03 July 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Cavern Beat Club starring The Fabs The Cavern Beat Club starring The Fabs Music Within minutes of this show starting, you'll know exactly why 'beat' groups dominated the pop music scene in the 1960s.In those days, hundreds of groups performed at beat clubs throughout the UK, and at the very heart of these was The Cavern in Liverpool – a cellar venue that quickly became known as 'The Most... Sat 04 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more That’s So 90s! That’s So 90s! Music It’s time to zig-a-zig-ah your way into the weekend – the ultimate 90s night out is here! Sat 05 July 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Legally Blonde Legally Blonde Musicals Made For Stage UK proudly presents: Legally Blonde The Musical! Thu 24 July 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Heaven Can Wait – A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf Music blackburn-empire-Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits.Following a SOLD OUT tour of Spain in 2024, this show stopping concert launches across Europe in 2025.Featuring the incredible vocals of Lee Brady and an awesome band made up of the UK’s most highly-skilled and reputable rock musicians and female rock vocalists. Sat 01 November 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Showaddywaddy Showaddywaddy Music blackburn-empire-Showaddywaddy 'The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World' is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title for the last 5 decades! Sat 23 August 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Thank ABBA for the Music Thank ABBA for the Music Music blackburn-empire-Thank ABBA for the Music Grab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA dominated the charts and ruled the airwaves!Thank ABBA For The Music is a two-hour theatre ABBA-fest that captures all of the magic and excitement of one of pop history's most successful and entertaining live bands. Sat 07 February 2026 // 2:30 pm Find out more Lollypops and Moptops Lollypops and Moptops Music blackburn-empire-poster-Lollypops and Moptops Lollypops & Moptops is a must see show for all 50’s & 60s music fans, a trip down nostalgia lane for those that can remember the 50’s & 60’s first time round and a fantastic day out for those who want to experience and missed out on the days of Lollypops and Moptops. Join funny man... Sun 08 June 2025 // 2:30 pm Find out more

Mitch Garlington presents An Evening of Mediumship Mitch Garlington presents An Evening of Mediumship Variety blackburn-empire-poster-Mitch Garlington presents An Evening of Mediumship A Demonstration of Mediumship Come along to a magical evening with spiritual medium Mitch Garlington bringing the two worlds together. Wed 11 June 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more BITTER SWEET BITTER SWEET Music blackburn-empire-poster-BITTER SWEET The Ultimate Tribute to Sabrina Carpenter & Olivia RodrigoFrom the creators of the smash-hit theatre & arena show Taylor Fever!Carpenters and Livvies, get ready! Mon 25 August 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Billy Fury Meets Elvis Billy Fury Meets Elvis Music blackburn-empire-Billy Fury Meets Elvis The Ultimate Tribute to Billy Fury and Elvis PresleyJoin us for a special matinee performance celebrating two of music’s greatest legends!Alan Wilcox delivers a fantastic tribute to Billy Fury, performing timeless hits such as A Thousand Stars, Like I’ve Never Been Gone, Stand By Me, Halfway to Paradise, and many more.Taking on the role of... Mon 08 September 2025 // 2:00 pm Find out more DanceSyndrome presents EXPRESS ’25 DanceSyndrome presents EXPRESS ’25 Academy blackburn-empire-DanceSyndrome presents EXPRESS ’25 Act 1 will bring together performances from DanceSyndrome’s DS Youth performance collective and group pieces created in Everybody Dance community dance workshops across Lancashire.In Act 2, DanceSyndrome’s DS Collective performance company will present “A Dream of Keys” – a magical journey through the evolution of dance. Sun 20 July 2025 // 3:00 pm Find out more Psychic Medium Craig Morris Psychic Medium Craig Morris Variety blackburn-empire-Psychic Medium Craig Morris For well over a decade now, Craig has worked tirelessly for the spirit world. Thu 06 November 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Empire Comedy Club Empire Comedy Club Comedy blackburn-empire-Empire Comedy Club Get ready for another night of top-tier comedy at the Empire Comedy Club! Thu 11 September 2025 // 8:00 pm Find out more The Jerseys Live The Jerseys Live Music blackburn-empire-The Jerseys Live Join The Jerseys as we celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Fri 24 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Oh What A Night! Oh What A Night! Music OH WHAT A NIGHT! takes you back in time on a musical journeythrough the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, now immortalised in the multi-award-winning show Jersey Boys, which has been packing theatres worldwidesince its debut in 2005. Fri 27 March 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Rod Stewart Songbook The Rod Stewart Songbook Music blackburn-empire-The Rod Stewart Songbook The Rod Stewart Songbook are delighted to be returning to Blackburn Empire Theatre. Their spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Sir Rod Stewart, featuring the sensational Pete McCall. ⭐️ Rod Stewart’s sister, Mary Cady, said to Pete “you were excellent”.⭐️ The Hull Daily Mail wrote, “Pete McCall is the next best thing to seeing Rod... Fri 25 September 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown Roy 'Chubby' Brown Comedy blackburn-empire-poster-Roy 'Chubby' Brown After another SOLD OUT show Roy 'Chubby' Brown is back at The Empire.50 plus years In Entertainment/Comedy, Roy Chubby Brown is still going strong, entertaining thousands and thousands of fans annually up and down the country, Roy is the undoubted King of Comedy.Countless DVDs (30 plus), numerous books & cds, thousands of live shows in... Sat 11 July 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT Music blackburn-empire-DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT DS:UK - The ON anoTHEr NIGHT TOUR - 20261991 brought us the final Dire Straits album - On Every Street - and was commemorated by an enormous 2 year world tour that was one of their most successful to date.In On Every Street, Mark created some classic Dire Straits songs such as Calling Elvis, The... Fri 09 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Nearly Elton – The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John Nearly Elton - The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John Music blackburn-empire-Nearly Elton - The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John Experience the ultimate Elton John tribute concert – Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time. Fri 20 February 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Story Behind Motown The Story Behind Motown Music blackburn-empire-The Story Behind Motown Step into the world of Motown and experience the magic behind the music that defined an era. Fri 12 September 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Truly Collins Truly Collins Music blackburn-empire-Truly Collins Truly Collins is the hit show that celebrates the unforgettable music of Phil Collins & Genesis. Thu 02 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Dolly Forever Dolly Forever Music “Dolly Forever” isn’t just a show, it is a celebration of one of the worlds biggest stars. Fri 22 August 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more LET THE MUSIC PLAY – Celebrating the music of BARRY WHITE LET THE MUSIC PLAY - Celebrating the music of BARRY WHITE Music blackburn-empire-LET THE MUSIC PLAY - Celebrating the music of BARRY WHITE Direct from the USA, it’s the critically acclaimed Barry White Revue, starring the big man with the big voice – William Hicks.Get ready to experience the magic of Barry White’s timeless hits, including:You’re the First, the Last, My Everything, Can’t Get Enough of Your Love, Babe, You See the Trouble with Me, Never, Never Gonna... Sat 14 February 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Kerry Ellis – Queen of the West End Kerry Ellis - Queen of the West End Music blackburn-empire-Kerry Ellis - Queen of the West End Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. Wed 24 September 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Freddie & QUEEN Experience The Freddie & QUEEN Experience Music blackburn-empire-The Freddie & QUEEN Experience Along with the many fans who mourn the loss of Freddie Mercury, The Freddie & The Queen Experience, aim to celebrate the wealth of talent that came together in Queen by recreating, with breathtaking accuracy, the style and excitement of a LIVE Queen concert, which sadly, will never be seen with Freddie Mercury again. The Freddie... Fri 10 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Roxette UK Roxette UK Music blackburn-empire-Roxette UK Roxette UK is the ultimate tribute band dedicated to recreating the electrifying pop hits of the legendary Swedish duo, Roxette. Fri 13 March 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Bon Jovi Forever Bon Jovi Forever Music blackburn-empire-poster-Bon Jovi Forever BON JOVI FOREVER - The only Bon Jovi tribute show you need to see! A high energy, electric packed show guaranteed to raise your hands. Sat 28 March 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Unicorn Live! Unicorn Live! Family blackburn-empire-Unicorn Live! After the sell out success of Princess Live! Thu 19 February 2026 // 1:00 pm Find out more Strange, But True Crime Strange, But True Crime Variety blackburn-empire-Strange Join us for a stranger than fiction night of true crime with ex-forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees who explores the world's most shocking and unbelievable cases. Wed 11 March 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Matilda Jr. – The Musical Matilda Jr. - The Musical Academy blackburn-empire-Matilda Jr. - The Musical Join us for a thrilling adventure as we bring Roald Dahl's beloved novel to life on stage! Thu 29 May 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Opera Boys – A Night at the Musicals The Opera Boys - A Night at the Musicals Music blackburn-empire-The Opera Boys - A Night at the Musicals The Opera Boys return with their sell-out show, A Night at the Musicals – a fabulous evening of powerhouse vocals, immaculate four-part harmony, breath taking musical medleys, and stunning solo performances. Thu 23 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Everything Changes – Take That Tribute Show Everything Changes - Take That Tribute Show Music blackburn-empire-Everything Changes - Take That Tribute Show The only production in which Gary, Mark and Howard headline a fully-live spectacular featuring a 12-piece, uber-talented band, singers and dancers. Fri 05 September 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Swing Commanders The Swing Commanders Music blackburn-empire-poster-The Swing Commanders The Swing Commanders are a stunningly vibrant and versatile group that perform an exciting mix of 1940s Classics, Boogie-Woogie, Western Swing, 50’s Jump Jazz and more!Every member of the Swing Commanders sings and plays at least one instrument, sometimes three! Thu 09 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Magic and Marvels Magic and Marvels Variety Step right up and prepare to be amazed by the one-man extravaganza, "Magic & Marvels," presented by the extraordinary and multi-skilled performer, Michael Jordan!Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey into the realm of wonder and enchantment as Michael showcases his incredible talents in magic and circus arts. Sun 15 June 2025 // 2:30 pm Find out more The ELO Encounter – Blue Sky Tour The ELO Encounter - Blue Sky Tour Music blackburn-empire-The ELO Encounter - Blue Sky Tour Roll over Beethoven, because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra is here!In an all live show featuring soaring strings, striking vocal harmonies and playing all the much loved songs from ELO’s hit-filled library including Evil Woman, Telephone Line and Don’t Bring Me Down. Sun 07 September 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more The 39 Steps The 39 Steps Drama blackburn-empire-poster-The 39 Steps Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python, and you have The 39 Steps—a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre!This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, a multitude of zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of... Thu 22 May 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Total REX Total REX Music blackburn-empire-Total REX Total REX is a sensational show capturing the rock sound of Marc Bolan and T. Sat 03 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more

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