Blackburn Empire Theatre | Lancashire's Liveliest Live Venue

The Rod Stewart Songbook

The Rod Stewart Songbook Music

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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

American Four Tops

American Four Tops Music

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Direct from the USA, Soul Satisfaction’s AMERICAN FOUR TOPS show has been travelling internationally bringing all the sweet soul music and the Motown magic to their audiences.

Sat 19 July 2025 // 7:30 pm

That’s So 90s!

That’s So 90s! Music

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Get ready to Spice Up Your Life with The One and Only 90’s show that’s taking the UK by storm this autumn: That’s So 90s!

Sat 05 July 2025 // 7:30 pm

Something About Lennon

Something About Lennon Music

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Imagine a show that tells the story of one of popular music's most iconic figures in a totally unique way.

Thu 12 June 2025 // 7:30 pm

Irish Annie’s

Irish Annie's Musicals

Come on down for a session at Irish Annie’s pub, a musical play by Asa Murphy celebrating the best of Irish culture, from the music through to the comedy.

Wed 14 May 2025 // 7:30 pm

Showaddywaddy

Showaddywaddy Music

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'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

Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown

Roy 'Chubby' Brown Comedy

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After another SOLD OUT show Roy 'Chubby' Brown is back at The Empire.

Sat 14 June 2025 // 7:30 pm

SHE – The Show

SHE - The Show Music

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Get ready to embark on a journey through the golden era of pop rock with SHE, an electrifying music show that celebrates the iconic female singers who blazed a trail through the 70s and 80s.From the sultry swagger of Stevie Nicks to the infectious rhythms of Blondie to the rebellious spirit of Pat Benatar, SHE...

Sat 06 September 2025 // 7:30 pm

Strong Enough – Ultimate Tribute Concert to Cher

Strong Enough - Ultimate Tribute Concert to Cher Music

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Get ready for an unforgettable evening, celebrating the global superstar and great female icon that is Cher.Featuring all of the classic hits including Turn Back Time, I Found Someone, Believe, Strong Enough, Gypsies Tramps and thieves, her modern Abba remixes and many more.

Fri 13 June 2025 // 7:30 pm

Psychic Medium Craig Morris

Psychic Medium Craig Morris Variety

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For well over a decade now, Craig has worked tirelessly for the spirit world.

Thu 06 November 2025 // 7:30 pm

Lee Mead – The Best of Me

Lee Mead - The Best of Me Music

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Lee Mead, star of Television and award winning West End leading man, is back for 2025!Lee shot to fame in 2007 on the BBC reality TV show ‘Any Dream Will Do’.

Fri 04 July 2025 // 7:30 pm

Snow White – Christmas Pantomime 2025

Snow White - Christmas Pantomime 2025 Family

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The Fairest Pantomime of Them AllMirror Mirror On The Wall...What’s The Fairest Pantomime of Them all?It’s SNOW WHITE, of course, and it’s heading to The Blackburn Empire at Christmas 2025… Oh yes it is!Tom Rolfe Productions are thrilled to be back with a brand new production bursting with dazzling costumes, hilarious comedy, sensational singing, beautiful...

Sat 22 November 2025 // 1:30 pm

Tony Christie

Tony Christie Music

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The legendary crooner continues to entertain audiences around the world with incredible showmanship, an unmistakable powerful vocal, and a setlist that packs a punch—captivating generation after generation.From one of the biggest-selling singles of the past two decades, ‘Is This The Way to Amarillo’, to other classics including ‘Avenues & Alleyways’, ‘Walk Like A Panther’, ‘Las...

Mon 01 September 2025 // 7:30 pm

A Night at The Musicals by Theatre Works

A Night at The Musicals by Theatre Works Academy

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Get ready for another unforgettable evening of show-stopping performances from the world's best-loved musicals, performed by the talented students at Theatre Works.

Sun 29 June 2025 // 6:00 pm

Dirty Dusting

Dirty Dusting Comedy

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Starring Crissy Rock (Benidorm) and Leah Bell (Stage Award Winner) alongside Vanessa Karon and Paul Dunn.Gladys, Olive and Elsie are three “vintage style” cleaning ladies who, threatened with redundancy, chance on an ‘unconventional’ way of earning some extra cash.A wrong number requiring a Sex Chat Line rings into the office and gives them a great...

Mon 13 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

Celine – My Heart Will Go On

Celine – My Heart Will Go On Music

MY HEART WILL GO ON – is the ultimate celebration concert of the music of one of the world’s greatest, iconic singers of all time - Celine Dion. This outstanding concert has been storming its way across Europe for 4 years gaining critical acclaim and outstanding reviews.

Sat 18 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

Unicorn Live!

Unicorn Live! Family

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After the sell out success of Princess Live!

Thu 19 February 2026 // 1:00 pm

An Audience with Mick Miller

An Audience with Mick Miller Comedy

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Mick Miller is a comedy legend who has been at the top of his game for over 40 years.

Thu 28 August 2025 // 7:30 pm

Calling Planet Earth

Calling Planet Earth Music

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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

Taylor Fever – The Ultimate Tribute to Taylor Swift

Taylor Fever – The Ultimate Tribute to Taylor Swift Music

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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

Fri 03 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

Legends of American Country

Legends of American Country Music

Now seen by over 350,000 fans live and watched by millions on TV, Europe’s No.1 multi-award-winning show "The Legends of American Country", this hit country show returns for another fantastic night of toe-tapping Country nostalgia!

Thu 29 January 2026 // 7:30 pm

LET THE MUSIC PLAY – Celebrating the music of BARRY WHITE

LET THE MUSIC PLAY - Celebrating the music of BARRY WHITE Music

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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

Kerry Ellis – Queen of the West End

Kerry Ellis - Queen of the West End Music

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Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End.

Wed 24 September 2025 // 7:30 pm

From Gold to Rio – The Ultimate Tribute to Spandau Ballet & Duran Duran

From Gold to Rio – The Ultimate Tribute to Spandau Ballet & Duran Duran Music

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Two of the UK's most iconic bands brought to life in one power-packed show!From Gold to Rio will take you on a nostalgic journey back to the New Romantic era, which dominated the charts for over a decade.For the very first time, the hits from two of the UK's most legendary bands are performed together...

Sat 31 January 2026 // 7:30 pm

DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT

DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT Music

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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

Hurricane : The Ultimate Luke Combs Tribute

Hurricane : The Ultimate Luke Combs Tribute Music

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“An unforgettable night, with the voice of modern country music” Get ready for an unforgettable night of country music with the Ultimate Luke Combs Tribute Show!

Thu 16 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

Fleeting Rumours

Fleeting Rumours Music

Fleeting Rumours are the North’s premier Tribute band to Fleetwood Mac.

Fri 16 May 2025 // 7:30 pm

I’m Every Whitney Live

I'm Every Whitney Live Music

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The spectacular tribute to the Queen of Pop starring Kieshia Chun & her Million Dollar Band.

Fri 26 September 2025 // 7:30 pm

VIVA LA VIDA – The Greatest Hits Of Coldplay

VIVA LA VIDA - The Greatest Hits Of Coldplay Music

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“Absolute Paradise for Coldplay Fans”The closest thing you will see to Coldplay anywhere on the planet!VIVA LA VIDA – The Greatest Hits of Coldplay is a truly authentic tribute celebration of the British hitmakers' iconic 25-year career.With a sensational live band and a truly charismatic frontman, this show features the closest lookalike to Chris Martin...

Sat 18 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

Living the Life of Riley

Living the Life of Riley Comedy

Living the Life of Riley is a heart-warming, heart-breaking and hilarious tale of a family, trying to negotiate their way through teenage tantrums, autism, and Grandma!Starring Vicky Entwistle as Joanne Riley and Leah Bell as “Grandma” • Strutting Player – Its raw!

Wed 16 July 2025 // 7:30 pm

Unicorn Live!

Unicorn Live! Family

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After the sell out success of Princess Live!

Thu 19 February 2026 // 1:00 pm

That’s So 90s!

That’s So 90s! Music

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Get ready to Spice Up Your Life with The One and Only 90’s show that’s taking the UK by storm this autumn: That’s So 90s!

Sat 05 July 2025 // 7:30 pm

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

Songs From The Rat Pack – The Northern Swing Orchestra

Songs From The Rat Pack - The Northern Swing Orchestra Music

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Get Ready for an unforgettable night with The Sixteen Piece Northern Swing Orchestra at The Blackburn Empire Theatre on Sunday 28th September 2025!

Sun 28 September 2025 // 7:30 pm

Elvis Remembered

Elvis Remembered Music

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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

Too Much Too Young

Too Much Too Young Music

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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

Showaddywaddy

Showaddywaddy Music

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'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

The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show

The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show Variety

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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

The Greatest Star – Barbra Streisand Tribute Show

The Greatest Star - Barbra Streisand Tribute Show Music

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Barbra Streisand is, by far, one of the worlds best known artistes in recent times.

Sun 12 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

The West End Tenors

The West End Tenors Music

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Leading men from London’s West End combine in a powerhouse of vocal talent.

Sun 15 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

Truly Collins

Truly Collins Music

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Truly Collins is the hit show that celebrates the unforgettable music of Phil Collins & Genesis.

Thu 02 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

The Adult Panto – Snow White and the Magnificent Seven

The Adult Panto - Snow White and the Magnificent Seven Comedy

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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

Total REX

Total REX Music

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Total REX is a sensational show capturing the rock sound of Marc Bolan and T.

Sat 03 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

American Four Tops

American Four Tops Music

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Direct from the USA, Soul Satisfaction’s AMERICAN FOUR TOPS show has been travelling internationally bringing all the sweet soul music and the Motown magic to their audiences.

Sat 19 July 2025 // 7:30 pm

Living the Life of Riley

Living the Life of Riley Comedy

Living the Life of Riley is a heart-warming, heart-breaking and hilarious tale of a family, trying to negotiate their way through teenage tantrums, autism, and Grandma!Starring Vicky Entwistle as Joanne Riley and Leah Bell as “Grandma” • Strutting Player – Its raw!

Wed 16 July 2025 // 7:30 pm

Rave On

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Rave On is the 50s and 60s musical sensation sweeping the nation!

Sat 21 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

Calling Planet Earth

Calling Planet Earth Music

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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

An Audience with Mick Miller

An Audience with Mick Miller Comedy

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Mick Miller is a comedy legend who has been at the top of his game for over 40 years.

Thu 28 August 2025 // 7:30 pm

Heaven Can Wait – A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf

Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf Music

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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

Taylor Fever – The Ultimate Tribute to Taylor Swift

Taylor Fever – The Ultimate Tribute to Taylor Swift Music

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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

Fri 03 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

Bon Jovi Forever

Bon Jovi Forever Music

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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

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

The Simon & Garfunkel Story Music

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“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

Desperados : The Music & Legacy of Eagles

Desperados : The Music & Legacy of Eagles Music

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Prepare to be transported back to the golden era of classic West Coast rock as Desperados faithfully captures the essence and spirit of the legendary EAGLES.

Sat 27 September 2025 // 7:30 pm

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

From Gold to Rio – The Ultimate Tribute to Spandau Ballet & Duran Duran

From Gold to Rio – The Ultimate Tribute to Spandau Ballet & Duran Duran Music

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Two of the UK's most iconic bands brought to life in one power-packed show!From Gold to Rio will take you on a nostalgic journey back to the New Romantic era, which dominated the charts for over a decade.For the very first time, the hits from two of the UK's most legendary bands are performed together...

Sat 31 January 2026 // 7:30 pm

KDA presents Into the SPOTLIGHT!

KDA presents Into the SPOTLIGHT! Academy

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Join KDA as our talented students take to the stage and step Into the SPOTLIGHT to showcase a fusion of Dance, Musical Theatre, and Drama.

Sat 12 July 2025 // 1:00 pm

SHE – The Show

SHE - The Show Music

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Get ready to embark on a journey through the golden era of pop rock with SHE, an electrifying music show that celebrates the iconic female singers who blazed a trail through the 70s and 80s.From the sultry swagger of Stevie Nicks to the infectious rhythms of Blondie to the rebellious spirit of Pat Benatar, SHE...

Sat 06 September 2025 // 7:30 pm

Lewis Costello: Full Kit

Lewis Costello: Full Kit Comedy

The Hometown Show!

Thu 25 September 2025 // 7:30 pm

A Night at The Musicals by Theatre Works

A Night at The Musicals by Theatre Works Academy

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Get ready for another unforgettable evening of show-stopping performances from the world's best-loved musicals, performed by the talented students at Theatre Works.

Sun 29 June 2025 // 6:00 pm

VIVA LA VIDA – The Greatest Hits Of Coldplay

VIVA LA VIDA - The Greatest Hits Of Coldplay Music

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“Absolute Paradise for Coldplay Fans”The closest thing you will see to Coldplay anywhere on the planet!VIVA LA VIDA – The Greatest Hits of Coldplay is a truly authentic tribute celebration of the British hitmakers' iconic 25-year career.With a sensational live band and a truly charismatic frontman, this show features the closest lookalike to Chris Martin...

Sat 18 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

KEEP IN THE LOOP

Laughter Returns to Oil Drum Lane!

Harold Steptoe dreams of a better life. A cultured life. A life far away from the grime, the horse, and most of all… his father. But Albert Steptoe has other plans – and they mostly involve keeping Harold exactly where he is.

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Irish Annie’s Brings the Craic to Blackburn Empire Theatre!

Get ready for a night of music, laughter, and pure Irish charm as Irish Annie’s comes to Blackburn Empire Theatre

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Queen of the West End Kerry Ellis adds new tour dates

Kerry will return to intimate venues next autumn with her Queen of the West End tour and we are delighted Kerry will be joining us at Blackburn Empire Theatre on Wednesday 24 September 2025.

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