Blackburn Empire Theatre | Lancashire's Liveliest Live Venue

The Adult Panto: Beauty and the Big Beast Comedy

Celebrating 20 years on the road, the Market Theatre Company are here to corrupt another classic fairy tale beyond recognition.

Sat 17 February 2024 // 7:30 pm

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The Everly Brothers & Friends Music

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The Temple Brothers, the UKs No.1 Tribute to The Everly Brothers are proud to announce the return of their Theatre Show, produced by themselves.

Sat 14 September 2024 // 7:30 pm

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The Wizard of Oz Ballet Dance

Join Ballet Theatre UK as we follow the yellow brick road and discover all the wonders of Oz.

Fri 19 January 2024 // 7:30 pm

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Bon Jovi Forever Music

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 30 September 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Barry Steele & Friends - The Roy Orbison Story Music

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Barry Steele and Friends - If you want the real deal the name on the ticket is Barry Steele.

Sat 13 April 2024 // 7:30 pm

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Something About George Music

Something About George – The George Harrison Story is a musical biopic tribute about the so-called “quiet” Beatle is back following it’s hugely successful 2023 tour which celebrated what would have been George’s 80th birthday.

Sat 02 March 2024 // 7:30 pm

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Mum's the Word Comedy

The Mother of all Shows.

Fri 20 October 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Bingo That's Bonkers Variety

It’s Here, Bingo That’s Bonkers is Returning to Blackburn!

Sun 27 August 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Monday Afternoon Variety Show - June Variety

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Another great afternoon of entertainment for just £5.

Mon 05 June 2023 // 2:00 pm

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A Night at the Musicals Music

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A Night at the Musicals performed by Theatre Works

Sat 17 June 2023 // 6:00 pm

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Grooving with Pirates Family

Come on a swashbuckling adventure with family favourite Groove Baby as it sails the seas in this exciting, jazz and funk fuelled show especially for 3 - 7s and their grown-up crews!

Sun 16 June 2024 // 1:00 pm

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Katie Hopkins - Live. Laugh. Love. Comedy

Katie Hopkins is best known as the Apprentice who fired Lord Sugar.

Sun 15 October 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Acari Comedy Hypnotist Comedy

For the FIRST TIME Since 2012 Acari is bringing his hilarious show back to the Blackburn Empire Theatre on the 26th of April 2024.

Fri 26 April 2024 // 7:30 pm

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Jimmy Jemain with his Undercover Shadows Music

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The Cliff and The Shadows Experience - Rock ‘n’ Roll Years.

Sat 16 September 2023 // 7:30 pm

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The Guns N Roses Experience Music

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It does not get any closer than this people. GnRe have the only singer able to deliver the exact same unique vocal style and stage show synonymous with Classic Axl Rose. GnRe have the only tribute band guitarist OFFICIALLY ENDORSED by MARSHALL AMPS, just like the legend SLASH himself. Together with 4 other GnR clones, these guys deliver...

Fri 13 October 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Empire Comedy Club Comedy

Plane Comedy is bringing the UKs best live comedy to the Blackburn Empire Theatre, it’s definitely a night not to be missed… Plane Comedy, bringing laughter to new heights.

Sat 02 September 2023 // 7:30 pm

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The UK Rock Show Music

The UK Rock show will transport you back to the 80s heyday of classic rock, combining the feel of a rock festival with the atmosphere of a top end rock arena tour.

Fri 09 June 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Stan Boardman Comedy

This unscripted show will be unique and entertaining and Stan will document his struggles and successes.

Sat 12 August 2023 // 7:30 pm

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The Bohemians Music

A Comprehensive re-enactment of Queen's Greatest Hits Internationally renowned Queen Tribute band The Bohemians take you on a high energy roller coaster ride of a concert, featuring the back catalogue of one of the world’s most popular and iconic rock acts of all time.

Thu 05 October 2023 // 7:30 pm

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King Of Pop Starring Navi Music

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King Of Pop is led by the world’s greatest Michael Jackson tribute artist ‘Navi’, with his incredible live band and dancers. Navi is the only tribute artist ever to be chosen by Michael Jackson himself.

Fri 15 September 2023 // 7:30 pm

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The Killaz UK Music

Bringing a completely new way to experience the Killers, The Killaz UK are the ultimate tribute to the live shows of the Killers.

Sat 13 January 2024 // 7:30 pm

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Psychic Medium - Craig Morris Variety

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

Wed 18 October 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Elvis Remembered Music

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.

Fri 18 August 2023 // 7:30 pm

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The Jerseys Live Music

Join The Jerseys as we celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.Incredible falsettos, beautiful acapellas - the authenticity of the sublime harmonies of the 60s and 70s - with a huge repertoire including 'Sherry', 'Walk Like A Man', 'My Eyes Adored You', 'Grease', Rag Doll', 'Stay',...

Fri 29 September 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Johnny Cash Roadshow Music

Only show to be endorsed by the Cash Family!

Sat 19 October 2024 // 7:30 pm

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The Ultimate Meat Loaf Anniversary Show Music

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Hailed as the most authentic tribute to Rock Legend Meat Loaf.

Fri 11 August 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Two Lads & A Barber Shop Chair Drama

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A local lad walks into a barbershop in Whalley, sits down in the first available barber's chair and the rest you could say is history.

Sat 01 July 2023 // 2:30 pm

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Santa Rocks – A magical family Santamime Family

Santa Rocks…..

Fri 08 December 2023 // 6:30 pm

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Dance Fusion Dance

Bernese School of Theatre, Dance and Drama present Dance Fusion We welcome our audience members to the return of our first Dance Fusion Event since 2019 and we're back bigger and better than ever!

Sat 24 June 2023 // 1:00 pm

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Endless Love The Show – A Tribute to Lionel Richie & Diana Ross Music

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Get ready for the ultimate feel-good show celebrating the music of legendary hitmakers Lionel Richie and Diana Ross.

Sat 14 October 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Enchanting News as 90s Pop Sensation “Lolly” to Star in Beauty and the Beast Pantomime in Blackburn

From the archives – Blackburn Empire, the River & the Corporation!

“The Ultimate Meat Loaf Anniversary Show” – a celebration of one of the greatest rock icons