Blackburn Empire Theatre | Lancashire's Liveliest Live Venue

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 ELO Encounter - Face the Music Music

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Roll over Beethoven, because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra is here!

Sun 23 August 2026 // 7:30 pm

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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

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It's A Beautiful Noise with Fisher Stevens - The Neil Diamond tribute Music

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From London's West End to your doorstep Immerse yourself in the unparalleled celebration of the legendary Neil Diamond's music with our internationally acclaimed production!

Fri 30 October 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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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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The UK Rock Show Music

Harder Rock Productions is proud to bring you ‘The UK Rock Show’!

Sat 26 September 2026 // 7:30 pm

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

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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Jimi - The Legend Lives On Music

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The Jimi Hendrix Live Rockumentary This is the show ALL Hendrix fans have been waiting for...

Sat 14 March 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 Poppy Holiday Show Music

Brought to You by Poppy & Friends get ready for a feel-good, toe-tapping afternoon as Poppy & Friends deliver timeless, unforgettable songs direct to your seat!

Mon 02 February 2026 // 2:00 pm

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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

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Pinked Floyd Music

Pinked Floyd are delighted to return to one of their favourite venues, the Empire Theatre Blackburn, with a spectacular evening packed with cherished favourites from the timeless albums: Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall, The Division Bell, Wish You Were Here, Animals, A Momentary Lapse of Reason — as well as delving deeper into...

Fri 10 July 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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ALL NIGHT LONG – The Greatest Hits of Lionel Richie Music

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“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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Ray Quinn - King of Swing Music

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Led by a bona fide star of swing music, Ray Quinn, this concert spectacular celebrates the fabulous music and tells the incredible story of the world-famous Rat Pack.

Wed 11 February 2026 // 7:30 pm

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

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Carlton Entertainment Presents – The Music of Meat Loaf Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits.

Fri 28 August 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 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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A Tribute to Sting & the Police - Starring the Rozzers Music

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Fronted by Sting look and sound-a-like Owen James and his band ‘The Rozzers’, A Tribute to Sting & The Police is the most authentic Sting tribute in Europe.

Sun 27 September 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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Annie the Musical Music

Join us for the heartwarming musical "Annie," where hope shines bright even in the darkest times!

Thu 02 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The History of Rock Music

Relive the greatest years of rock live on stage!

Fri 10 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Everly Brothers & Friends Music

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The Temple Brothers (officially voted as the UKs No1 Everly Brothers tribute by the National Tribute Music Awards 2017), faithfully recreate the music and harmonies of one of the greatest and best-loved duo’s of all time - The Everly Brothers.

Sun 08 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Stadium Rock Experience Music

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The Stadium Rock Experience delivers all the excitement of arena rock with classic anthems from the biggest acts!

Fri 30 January 2026 // 7:30 pm

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An evening with Esoteric Medium David Holt Variety

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Join international Esoteric Medium David Holt for an evening of clairvoyance live at Empire Theatre, Blackburn.

Fri 02 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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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

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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 22 August 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Moments Of Pleasure - Ultimate Tribute to Kate Bush Music

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Moments of Pleasure: The Ultimate Tribute to Kate Bush present This Woman’s Work, a journey through the career of one of the UK’s greatest musical artists.

Sun 20 September 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Too Much Too Young Music

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED - THE BOX OFFICE WILL CONTACT ALL TICKET HOLDERS VIA EMAILThe 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,...

Thu 12 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

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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

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An evening with Esoteric Medium David Holt Variety

Join international Esoteric Medium David Holt for an evening of clairvoyance live at Empire Theatre, Blackburn.

Fri 02 October 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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Simply Red Tribute: Holding Back The Years Music

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With over 50 million albums sold worldwide and a catalogue of chart-topping hits such as "Holding Back The Years", "Stars", "Fairground", “Money’s Too Tight (To Mention)”, and “If You Don’t Know Me By Now”, Simply Red stand as one of Britain’s most iconic bands.

Thu 27 August 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Dublin Legends Music

Mon 16 March 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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Beauty and the Beast - Easter Pantomime Family

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Get ready for a magical Easter treat of a Tale as Old As Time as Tom Rolfe Productions (the same team behind our smash hit Christmas panto Snow White!) return to The Empire with a brand-new panto promising dazzling costumes, catchy songs, and laugh-out-loud comedy for the whole family.

Sun 12 April 2026 // 1:00 pm

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The UK Rock Show Music

Harder Rock Productions is proud to bring you ‘The UK Rock Show’!

Sat 26 September 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Celine - My Heart Will Go On Music

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Step into the world of Celine Dion like never before with My Heart Will Go On, a breathtaking concert experience that brings the legendary singer’s iconic hits to life.

Thu 01 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Poppy Holiday Show Music

Brought to You by Poppy & Friends get ready for a feel-good, toe-tapping afternoon as Poppy & Friends deliver timeless, unforgettable songs direct to your seat!

Mon 02 February 2026 // 2:00 pm

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Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story - The Platinum Years Music

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Celebrate 70 Platinum Years of iconic hits and Roy Orbison’s 90th birthday in this spectacular musical tribute!

Sat 31 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Jimi - The Legend Lives On Music

The Jimi Hendrix Live Rockumentary This is the show ALL Hendrix fans have been waiting for...

Sat 14 March 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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Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie Music

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Fasten your seatbelts – the Starman is here!!

Thu 29 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Too Much Too Young Music

Thu 12 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Beatles Complete Music

Fri 01 May 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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Aladdin – Blackburn Christmas Pantomime 2026 - PRICES FROZEN for a LIMITED TIME Family

Sat 21 November 2026 // 1:30 pm

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Taylor Fever – The Ultimate Tribute to Taylor Swift Music

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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

Fri 09 January 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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Reflections - the Musical Legacy of Diana Ross Music

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Get ready to celebrate the incredible legacy of the one and only Diana Ross!

Sun 04 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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ONE VOICE – The Music of Barry Manilow Music

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Prepare to be mesmerized by an extraordinary tribute to the legendary Barry Manilow!Experience the magic in this spectacular live concert, featuring a full band, dazzling showgirls, and an electrifying celebration of Manilow’s iconic music and career.Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening as you journey through a collection of timeless hits, including:Copacabana, Mandy, I Write the...

Sat 12 September 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show Comedy

Fresh off the stage in London’s West End, The Dazzling Diamonds proudly present their smash-hit comedy variety drag show.

Sat 10 January 2026 // 7:30 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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Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf Music

Carlton Entertainment Presents – The Music of Meat Loaf Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits.

Fri 28 August 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Happy Birthday Elvis Music

Happy Birthday Elvis takes you through the career of the King of Rock n Roll, Elvis Presley from the hits of the 50s and 60s to the concert shows of the 70s.

Sun 18 January 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Class of 55 Music

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

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Wonders of Our Universe - The Next Chapter Family

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Return to the cosmos — or discover it for the first time — with Wonders of Our Universe – The Next Chapter: a brand-new, stand-alone instalment in the acclaimed live series from astrophysicist Ian Hall FRAS.

Wed 28 October 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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Here We Go Again – The Mamma Mia Tribute Music

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KERRY KATONA stars in ‘HERE WE GO AGAIN’ 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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Happy Christmas from Blackburn Empire Theatre

A Christmas message from Blackburn Empire Theatre, thanking our audiences, performers, community groups, staff and award-winning volunteers - plus a record-breaking panto season

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The Perfect Gift This Christmas – Give the Magic of Live Entertainment!

Stuck for gift ideas? Skip the socks, ditch the perfume and give something truly unforgettable this Christmas — a night out at the Blackburn Empire Theatre!

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Blesma veterans enjoy a magical Snow White panto visit at Blackburn Empire

Blackburn Empire Theatre was delighted to welcome members of Blesma, The Limbless Veterans back to the theatre this week for their slice of Snow White panto fun. Blesma is a UK-based charity that supports serving and ex-service men and women who have lost limbs or the use of limbs, or their sight, speech or hearing,…

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Happy Christmas from Blackburn Empire Theatre

The Perfect Gift This Christmas – Give the Magic of Live Entertainment!

Blesma veterans enjoy a magical Snow White panto visit at Blackburn Empire

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