Blackburn Empire Theatre | Lancashire's Liveliest Live Venue

Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream Music

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A very welcome return to this stunning power trio of astonishingly talented musicians, Voodoo Room celebrate the music of Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Cream with a high energy show in the true spirit of these iconic, legendary superstars.

Fri 06 November 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Spice Party – Celebrating 30 Years of the Spice Girls Music

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Get ready to Spice Up Your Life!

Fri 09 July 2027 // 7:30 pm

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Club 80s Live – The UK’s Biggest Eighties Experience! Music

The UK’s Biggest Eighties Experience!

Sat 10 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Cal Halbert - 100 Impressions In One Hour Comedy

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Cal Halbert is one of the UK's top all round entertainers, and the top comedy impressionist working the UK comedy circuit.

Wed 21 October 2026 // 7:30 pm

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The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show Variety

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Following their 2026 SOLD OUT show and fresh off the stage in London’s West End, The Dazzling Diamonds proudly present their smash-hit comedy variety drag show. This isn’t just any show – these“ladies”deliver a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud spectacle like no other.Featuring a cast of three internationally acclaimed performers, the show is a dazzling mix of outrageous comedy, sensational live vocals, and jaw-dropping dance routines.Expect iconic hits from Tina Turner, Adele, Lady Gaga,...

Fri 15 January 2027 // 7:30 pm

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Uncle Funk Presents "THIS IS DISCO" Music

Grab your dancing shoes, flares and feather boas* as we take you on a whirlwind trip back to the 70s.

Thu 24 September 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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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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Forever Billy Joel Music

Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as Phil Mountford, multi award-winning film composer and renowned performer, leads the sensational Forever Billy Joel tribute show!

Sun 06 September 2026 // 7:30 pm

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Thank ABBA for the Music Music

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Dust off your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA ruled the airwaves! Thank ABBA For The Music is an epic two-hour ABBA-fest that captures all of the magic and excitement of one of pop history’s most phenomenal bands.

Sat 06 February 2027 // 2:30 pm

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The Lovely Bones Drama

Susie Salmon is just like any other young girl.

Wed 20 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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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 Cavern Beat Club starring The Fabs Music

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Within minutes of this show starting, you'll know exactly why 'beat' groups dominated the pop music scene in the 1960s.

Fri 12 March 2027 // 7:30 pm

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Forever Springsteen - The Ultimate Bruce Springsteen Tribute Music

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Experience the energy, musicianship, and spirit of The Boss as Forever Springsteen takes you on a downbound train through his legendary career.

Sat 30 January 2027 // 7:30 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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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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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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SPAMALOT Musicals

It’s just a flesh wound!

Mon 11 May 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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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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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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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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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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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

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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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Fleetwood Mad Music

The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Experience We are excited to introduce you to Fleetwood Mad, the UK's ultimate Fleetwood Mac experience.

Fri 09 April 2027 // 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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King of the Road with Josh Hindle Music

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You may know him as Michael Bublé – and you may have seen him wowing audiences across the UK and around the world in that role – but for 2026, after much convincing, Josh Hindle is hitting the road as himself for limited shows only!

Wed 09 September 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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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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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

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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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The Adult Panto: Puss & Dick! 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 13 February 2027 // 7:30 pm

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

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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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.

Fri 12 March 2027 // 7:30 pm

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The Secret Variety

Behind every illusion lies a secret, a secret guarded for centuries.

Sat 13 June 2026 // 2:30 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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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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Forbidden Nights Variety

Brace yourself for something truly spectacular… Forbidden Nights is here, celebrating over a decade of muscles, mayhem and over 11,000 shirt rips!

Fri 16 July 2027 // 7:30 pm

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The D-Day Darlings – VICTORIOUS Variety

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Direct from the Royal Albert Hall Following the success of their VE Day 80 Tour and triumphant performances at the iconic Royal Albert Hall, Britain’s beloved songbirds, The D-Day Darlings, proudly present their brand-new stage spectacular – Victorious, fronted by founder and lead singer Katie Ashby.

Sun 04 April 2027 // 7:30 pm

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DanceSyndrome presents EXPRESS ’26 Dance

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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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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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Forever Springsteen - The Ultimate Bruce Springsteen Tribute Music

Experience the energy, musicianship, and spirit of The Boss as Forever Springsteen takes you on a downbound train through his legendary career.

Sat 30 January 2027 // 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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Ultimate 70s Show Music

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Travel back in time and relive the sights and sounds of the seventies.

Sat 05 September 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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BEAUTIFUL TRAUMA - The Ultimate Live P!nk Experience Music

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Featuring Stacy Green as P!nk!

Fri 24 September 2027 // 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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Happy Birthday Elvis with Paul Molloy Music

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Happy Birthday Elvis is a high-energy celebration of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll, taking you on a journey through Elvis Presley’s career - from the iconic hits of the 50s and 60s to the powerhouse concert years of the 70s.

Sun 17 January 2027 // 7:30 pm

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Punk Icon John Lydon Brings Spoken Word Tour to Blackburn

Forever Clapton – A Celebration of a Guitar Legend

Happy Christmas from Blackburn Empire Theatre

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