Blackburn Empire Theatre | Lancashire's Liveliest Live Venue

ABBA MIA – The Mamma Mia! Tribute starring Kerry Katona Music

blackburn-empire-ABBA MIA – The Mamma Mia! Tribute starring Kerry Katona

KERRY KATONA stars in ‘ABBA MIA’ - The greatest party in the West End comes to you with the UK’s No.1 tribute to Mamma Mia!

Thu 04 June 2026 // 7:30 pm

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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.

Thu 22 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Aladdin – Blackburn Christmas Pantomime 2026 - PRICES FROZEN for a LIMITED TIME Family

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Dust off your flying carpet and take a trip to Twankey’s Laundry as Tom Rolfe Productions return to the Blackburn Empire Theatre for an adventure like no other – bursting with comedy, chaos, a magical Genie, and plenty of audience participation, as well as all the usual panto fun Lancashire audiences love year after year!More fun.

Sat 21 November 2026 // 1:30 pm

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VIVA LA VIDA - The Greatest Hits Of Coldplay Music

blackburn-empire-VIVA LA VIDA - The Greatest Hits Of Coldplay

“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

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The Golden Oldies Rock and Roll Show Music

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The Golden Oldies Rock and Roll Show is a new show brought to you by the Billy Fury Meets Elvis Presley production team.The show takes you through the years from the 50s to the 60s with classic songs from Ricky Nelson, Roy Orbison, Billy Fury, Elvis, The Drifters, Cliff Richard, Marty Wilde and many more.A fabulous...

Mon 27 July 2026 // 2:00 pm

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Stax of Soul - Still Groovin’ Tour 2026 Music

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43 years on… the rhythm remains, the soul endures; the music lives on, and so do we.

Fri 20 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Opera Boys – The Farewell Tour starring Paul Potts Music

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The powerhouse classical-crossover sensation The Opera Boys are thrilled to announce their final tour, featuring the world-renowned tenor and very first winner of Britain’s Got Talent, Paul Potts.

Wed 07 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Comedy Double Bill Drama

The Extraordinary Revelations of Orca the Goldfish by David Tristram Henry and Alice Smith’s marriage has lost its spark - so they each escape into wild fantasies to cope with the boredom of everyday life.

Wed 04 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Mitch Garlington presents An Evening of Mediumship Variety

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Come along to a magical evening with spiritual medium Mitch Garlington bringing the two worlds together.

Wed 29 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Roy 'Chubby' Brown Comedy

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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

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Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green Music

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Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac.

Fri 16 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Johnny Cash Roadshow: The Prison Years Tour Music

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This year Johnny Cash Roadshow invites you to step into the raw and gritty world of Johnny Cash's prison era with their electrifying show that has captivated audiences for two decades.

Thu 15 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Dublin Legends Music

The Dublin Legends – Sean Cannon, Paul Watchorn, Gerry O’Connor & Shay Kavanagh – keep the spirit of Irish folk music alive, performing all the classic songs and ballads loved the world over: Whiskey in The Jar, Dirty Old Town, The Wild Rover, Seven Drunken Nights, The Rare Auld Times, Molly Malone, The Irish Rover,...

Mon 16 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Katie Hopkins: Free Range Comedy

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Come and join your family on the road for another cracking evening out with British funny woman, Katie Hopkins.

Wed 27 May 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Let's Dance 2026 from Chantelle’s Dance Academy Academy

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Chantelle’s Dance Academy brings you a variety of dance styles performed by dancers ages 2+.The children from this fully inclusive school display their love of dance as they take to the stage and perform routines to all genres of music.

Sun 14 June 2026 // 11:00 am

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Les Misérables : School Edition Music

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Following on from their two previous SOLD OUT productions of Disney's Frozen JR.

Fri 17 July 2026 // 7:00 pm

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ConneXtion - The Dance Showcase 2026 Dance

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A showcase that utilises the tool of dance to explore and express social issues in our world.

Wed 30 September 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Sugar Pie Honey Bunch Music

THE ONLY AMERICAN TRIBUTE SHOW CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF THE FOUR TOPS AND OTHER LEGENDARY MOTOWN ARTISTS TOURING THE UK Paying homage to the legends, vocal group Soul Satisfaction brings the Motown magic back to the stage in a live concert with powerful vocals, splendid harmonies and high stepping dance routines.

Fri 05 June 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Songbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy Music

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Songbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy honours and pays tribute to one of America's most renowned singers, who found posthumous fame with her heartfelt and spellbinding interpretations of classic songs, including ‘Over The Rainbow’, ‘Fields of Gold’, and ‘Songbird’.

Thu 09 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Women in Rock Music

Since 2016, Women in Rock have been trailblazing their way across the globe with their sell out show that sets them apart from any other.

Fri 04 September 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Summer Showcase 2026 by House Of Fusion Dance

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Experience the magical vibe of House Of Fusion with performances from our timetabled classes and studio teachers.

Tue 30 June 2026 // 6:30 pm

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Calling Planet Earth Music

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

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Just Tina Music

Come and shake a tail feather with the UK's supreme Tina - Justine - and her talented cast from the hit show Totally TINA!

Sun 31 May 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Sounds of Philadelphia and Motown Show - Starring Roy G. Hemmings Music

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Former Drifters member Roy G Hemmings brings together the sound of three of America’s iconic labels: The Sound of Philadelphia (TSOP), Stax Atlantic and Motown, in one live action-packed show.

Fri 23 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Desperate Scousewives Comedy

Get ready for a riotous, fast-paced comedy following the lives of three loud, no-nonsense Liverpool women and one nervous newcomer, all navigating life, love, loyalty, and lipstick on a tightly knit street.

Wed 03 June 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Magic of Science "High Voltage" Family

Fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science.

Mon 25 May 2026 // 2:00 pm

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Total REX Music

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

Sat 03 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Beatles Complete Music

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

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The West End Tenors Music

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

Sun 15 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

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We Will Rock You: The Musical by Queen & Ben Elton Music

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WE WILL ROCK YOU – THE MUSICAL by QUEEN & Ben Elton Presented by Made For Stage UK Ltd & ALTD Productions Get ready to rock as we bring you the iconic, high-energy musical We Will Rock You to the stage!

Thu 23 July 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Freddie & QUEEN Experience Music

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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.

Sat 17 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Stax of Soul - Still Groovin’ Tour 2026 Music

43 years on… the rhythm remains, the soul endures; the music lives on, and so do we.

Fri 20 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Calling Planet Earth Music

Fri 03 July 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Patience Music

In a world gone mad with lovesick ladies and pretentious men, the women abandon their handsome soldiers and instead pursue the fake poet Reginald Bunthorne, who thrives on admiration.

Wed 22 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Tiny Tim’s Stand Up Adventure Comedy

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8 years ago Tiny Tim decided to go on his own adventure, navigating through adult life and posting about his calls on social media.

Wed 25 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

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An Evening of Mediumship with Craig Morris Variety

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Join Craig Morris, one of the UK’s most respected and trusted psychic mediums, for a truly unforgettable evening of clairvoyance.

Wed 26 August 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Johnny Cash Roadshow: The Prison Years Tour Music

This year Johnny Cash Roadshow invites you to step into the raw and gritty world of Johnny Cash's prison era with their electrifying show that has captivated audiences for two decades.

Thu 15 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Empire Comedy Club July 2026 Comedy

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The Empire Comedy Club returns with a top line-up and big laughs at Blackburn Empire Theatre!

Thu 02 July 2026 // 8:00 pm

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Songbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy Music

Thu 09 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band Celebrate The Iconic Music of Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell Music

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Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell are both ranked in Rolling Stone’s ‘Top Ten Singer-Songwriters of All Time’ and their legacy is honoured in this stunning tribute, ‘The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band’.With unrivalled musical authenticity this multi-instrumentalist five-piece covers all the hits including ‘Like a Rolling Stone’, ‘Both Sides Now’, ‘Blowin’ in the Wind’, and ‘Big...

Sun 07 June 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Strange, But True Crime Variety

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

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A Foreigners Journey Music

Legendary bands Foreigner and Journey are giants of the AOR (Adult Orientated Rock) and Classic Rock genres, attracting huge audiences as live acts since forming in the 1970’s.

Sat 21 February 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Dolly Forever Music

“Dolly Forever” isn’t just a show – it is a celebration of one of the world’s biggest stars.

Wed 23 September 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Empire Comedy Club March 2026 Comedy

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The Empire Comedy Club is back for another cracking night of stand-up at Blackburn Empire Theatre!

Thu 19 March 2026 // 8:00 pm

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VIVA LA VIDA - The Greatest Hits Of Coldplay Music

Sat 18 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Forever Clapton Music

A brand new production for 2026 and outstanding tribute to one of the most iconic Blues and Rock guitarists of all time!

Sat 11 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

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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 EAGLES.

Thu 03 September 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Story Behind Motown Music

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Back by popular demand and standing ovations!

Sun 07 February 2027 // 2:30 pm

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Legends of Motown Music

Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown’s biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era.

Thu 30 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

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ALL NIGHT LONG – The Greatest Hits of Lionel Richie Music

blackburn-empire-ALL NIGHT LONG – The Greatest Hits of Lionel Richie

“You won’t believe your eyes, or ears!”The closest thing to a young, prime Lionel Richie at the very height of his powers.Jack Brindle and his amazing live band bring this astounding portrayal of The Commodores’ ‘ballad king’ to the stage in this incredible full-length tribute production show – ALL NIGHT LONG – The Greatest Hits...

Fri 17 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Aladdin – Blackburn Christmas Pantomime 2026 - PRICES FROZEN for a LIMITED TIME Family

Sat 21 November 2026 // 1:30 pm

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BEAUTIFUL TRAUMA - The Ultimate Live P!nk Experience Music

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International award-winning P!nk impersonator, Stacy Green, is joined live on stage, with the phenomenal Vertigo Band, to recreate the excitement and majesty that makes P!nk the modern legend and inspiration she has come to be known as.

Fri 27 February 2026 // 7:30 pm

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DanceSyndrome presents EXPRESS ’26 Dance

blackburn-empire-DanceSyndrome presents EXPRESS ’26

DanceSyndrome presents EXPRESS ’26 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.

Thu 11 June 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Tits Up! Drama

Three women.

Tue 27 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Let's Dance 2026 from Chantelle’s Dance Academy Academy

Sun 14 June 2026 // 11:00 am

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Jive Talkin' perform the Bee Gees Music

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Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees!

Fri 12 June 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Folk Rock Pioneers Steeleye Span In Concert Music

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Together for fifty six years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours.

Sun 26 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Something About George Music

Something About George – The George Harrison Story, the musical biopic tribute about the so-called “quiet” Beatle is back following a hugely successful 2024 UK and Ireland tour.

Thu 26 February 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Searchers Experience Show - Starring Spencer James Music

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Spencer James has been lead vocalist and guitarist with Sixties legends The Searchers for 37 years, prior to their retirement in 2019.

Wed 14 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Opera Boys – The Farewell Tour starring Paul Potts Music

The powerhouse classical-crossover sensation The Opera Boys are thrilled to announce their final tour, featuring the world-renowned tenor and very first winner of Britain’s Got Talent, Paul Potts.

Wed 07 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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