Blackburn Empire Theatre | Lancashire's Liveliest Live Venue

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

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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!

Sun 19 January 2025 // 7:30 pm

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The Incident Room Drama

It's 1975.

Wed 05 March 2025 // 7:30 pm

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Manhunter & Mindhunter: The Psychology of a Serial Killer Variety

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Manhunter & Mindhunter is a gripping two-man show that delves into the dark world of serial killers, offering audiences a unique blend of true crime storytelling and psychological exploration.Both performers have been featured on a variety of UK TV Shows.

Thu 04 September 2025 // 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.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

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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.

Thu 06 November 2025 // 7:30 pm

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Masters of Deception Family

"Masters of Deception" brings you the very best in magic and illusion, featuring none other than Richard Jones, "The Military Mind-Reader." As the only magician to have ever won Britain's Got Talent, Richard combines his 12 years of British Army training and expert knowledge of deception to deliver cutting-edge magic and psychological illusion.Joining him on...

Sun 23 March 2025 // 6:30 pm

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Celebrating George Michael Music

“Celebrating George Michael” is a new show featuring the acclaimed Steve Mitchell.This production focuses on a more mature and seasoned style that George brought us with performances such as the 1996 “MTV UNPLUGGED” from the Three Mills studio in London.As well as all of George’s best and well-known hits, Steve and his hand-picked band also...

Sat 07 June 2025 // 7:30 pm

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The Ultimate Bubble Show Variety

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Experience the best in soap bubble entertainment.Join Ray, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, and help him in his quest to complete the bubble game and make the ultimate bubble.This is a fast paced show full of high energy and surprises as Ray uses various different gases to create incredible bubble sculptures, effects and...

Fri 18 April 2025 // 10:00 am

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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

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Showaddywaddy Music

'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

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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

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The UK Rock Show Music

Harder Rock Productions is Proud to bring you ‘The UK Rock Show’Get ready to be transported 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.

Sun 21 September 2025 // 7:30 pm

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Voodoo Room a night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream Music

JIMI HENDRIX, ERIC CLAPTON & CREAM.

Fri 17 January 2025 // 7:30 pm

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The Show that Never Happened Variety

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After having our moment in the spotlight at the Blackburn Christmas Lights Switch On cancelled by Storm Bert, we couldn't let all the hard work go to waste. In this mini show case, each cast from Made for Stage will get to perform to all their family and friends.

Thu 09 January 2025 // 6:30 pm

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Murder : Staged Variety

Following the success of Crime Viral's sell out UK serial killer tour - research psychologist and psychopathy expert Cheish Merryweather will be bringing to the stage for the very first time MURDER:STAGED."So you think you could get away with murder?" The 'CSI effect' has created a new type of killer – one that is forensically...

Thu 13 February 2025 // 7:30 pm

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Princess Live! Family

Princess Live!

Thu 20 February 2025 // 12:00 pm

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A Tribute to Sting & the Police - Starring the Rozzers Music

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The Rozzers have been entertaining audiences as the No.

Fri 25 April 2025 // 7:30 pm

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Club 80s Live Music

The Club 80's Live show will take you on a rollercoaster ride back through one of the greatest eras of music.

Sat 25 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

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Ken Webster - Outrageous Comedy Hypnotist Comedy

Ken Webster is considered to be one of the UK’s greatest stage hypnotists.

Thu 21 August 2025 // 7:30 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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SHE - The Show Music

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

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Teach Rex LIVE!! Family

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After receiving over 3000 5⭐ reviews for their events and selling out hundreds of shows around the UK.

Sun 16 February 2025 // 11:00 am

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The Rod Stewart Songbook Music

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The Rod Stewart Songbook’s spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Rod Stewart, featuring Pete McCall, Europe’s foremost tribute.

Fri 14 February 2025 // 7:30 pm

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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

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Whole Lotta Shakin' - The Shakin' Stevens Story Music

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Fully endorsed by members of Shaky's own family, the Award Winning tribute to the UK's biggest selling singles artist of the 1980's - WHOLE LOTTA SHAKIN'- THE SHAKIN' STEVENS STORY is a nostalgic celebration, jam packed with feel-good Rock 'n' Roll!Performing as Shakin' Stevens, West End star Rebel Dean will guide you through a full...

Sat 12 April 2025 // 7:30 pm

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Shrek The Musical JR. Musicals

Following on from their SOLD OUT production run of Disney's Frozen JR.

Mon 31 March 2025 // 7:00 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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That’s So 90s! Music

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

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Wonders of Our Universe Family

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Immerse yourself in an evening of exploration, each second meticulously crafted to produce a visually stunning and emotionally charged journey through the cosmos, delivered in a distinctive storytelling style, allowing imaginations to roam free and inspiring minds, both young and old alike.

Wed 09 April 2025 // 2:00 pm

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