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Comedy Double Bill Comedy Double Bill Drama blackburn-empire-Comedy Double Bill 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 Find out more Colin Manford – Off the Record Colin Manford - Off the Record Comedy blackburn-empire-Colin Manford - Off the Record Music has shaped our lives — but have we ever stopped to investigate the madness behind it? Thu 12 February 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Hurricane : The Ultimate Luke Combs Tribute Hurricane : The Ultimate Luke Combs Tribute Music blackburn-empire-Hurricane : The Ultimate Luke Combs Tribute “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 Find out more Tiny Tim’s Stand Up Adventure Tiny Tim’s Stand Up Adventure Comedy blackburn-empire-Tiny Tim’s Stand Up Adventure 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 Find out more Happy Birthday Elvis Happy Birthday Elvis Music blackburn-empire-Happy Birthday Elvis 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 Find out more Ultimate 70s Show Ultimate 70s Show Music blackburn-empire-poster-Ultimate 70s Show Travel back in time and relive the sights and sounds of the seventies. Sat 05 September 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Stadium Rock Experience The Stadium Rock Experience Music blackburn-empire-poster-The Stadium Rock Experience 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 Find out more Thank ABBA for the Music Thank ABBA for the Music Music blackburn-empire-Thank ABBA for the Music Grab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA dominated the charts and ruled the airwaves!Thank ABBA For The Music is a two-hour theatre ABBA-fest that captures all of the magic and excitement of one of pop history's most successful and entertaining live bands. Sat 07 February 2026 // 2:30 pm Find out more The Poppy Holiday Show The Poppy Holiday Show Music blackburn-empire-The Poppy Holiday Show 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 Find out more Tits Up! Tits Up! Drama blackburn-empire-Tits Up! Three women. Tue 27 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Aladdin – Blackburn Christmas Pantomime 2026 – PRICES FROZEN for a LIMITED TIME 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 Find out more Legends of Motown Legends of Motown Music blackburn-empire-Legends of Motown 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 Find out more Strange, But True Crime Strange, But True Crime Variety blackburn-empire-Strange 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 Find out more Buddy Holly & The Cricketers Buddy Holly & The Cricketers Music blackburn-empire-Buddy Holly & The Cricketers All Holly’s hits and classics from his rock ’n’ roll pals are played live on stage by these five amazing young actor-musicians, who always delight crowds with their fabulous show.Featuring raw rock ’n’ roll, beautifully haunting ballads, energetic performances, and some genuinely hilarious moments, there is no live event that delivers a better Buddy experience.Audiences... Sun 12 July 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Bon Jovi Forever Bon Jovi Forever Music blackburn-empire-poster-Bon Jovi Forever 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 Find out more Celine – My Heart Will Go On Celine - My Heart Will Go On Music blackburn-empire-Celine - My Heart Will Go On 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 Find out more Jimi – The Legend Lives On Jimi - The Legend Lives On Music blackburn-empire-Jimi - The Legend Lives On The Jimi Hendrix Live Rockumentary This is the show ALL Hendrix fans have been waiting for... Sat 14 March 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Mitch Garlington presents An Evening of Mediumship Mitch Garlington presents An Evening of Mediumship Variety blackburn-empire-Mitch Garlington presents An Evening of Mediumship Come along to a magical evening with spiritual medium Mitch Garlington bringing the two worlds together. Wed 29 April 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Empire Comedy Club March 2026 Empire Comedy Club March 2026 Comedy The Empire Comedy Club is back for another cracking night of stand-up at Blackburn Empire Theatre! Thu 19 March 2026 // 8:00 pm Find out more Les Misérables : School Edition Les Misérables : School Edition Music blackburn-empire-Les Misérables : School Edition Following on from their two previous SOLD OUT productions of Disney's Frozen JR. Fri 17 July 2026 // 7:00 pm Find out more The Searchers Experience Show – Starring Spencer James The Searchers Experience Show - Starring Spencer James Music blackburn-empire-The Searchers Experience Show - Starring Spencer James 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 Find out more STRONG ENOUGH – Ultimate Tribute Concert to Cher STRONG ENOUGH – Ultimate Tribute Concert to Cher Music blackburn-empire-STRONG ENOUGH – Ultimate Tribute Concert to Cher Get ready for an unforgettable evening, celebrating the global superstar and great female icon that is Cher. Thu 22 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Just Tina Just Tina Music blackburn-empire-Just Tina Come and shake a tail feather with the UK's supreme Tina - Justine - and her talented cast from the hit show Totally TINA! Thu 26 March 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Dancing… Through Life by Sutcliffe School of Dance Dancing... Through Life by Sutcliffe School of Dance Academy blackburn-empire-Dancing... Through Life by Sutcliffe School of Dance Sutcliffe School of Dance proudly presents... Thu 05 February 2026 // 7:00 pm Find out more The Rod Stewart Songbook The Rod Stewart Songbook Music blackburn-empire-The Rod Stewart Songbook 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 Find out more The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band  Celebrate The Iconic Music of Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band Celebrate The Iconic Music of Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell Music blackburn-empire-The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band  Celebrate The Iconic Music of Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell 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 Find out more Patience 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 Find out more 9 to 5 The Musical 9 to 5 The Musical Music blackburn-empire-9 to 5 The Musical Clock in for a night of hilarity and mischief with Dolly Parton’s smash-hit musical 9 to 5! Thu 22 January 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more ONE VOICE – The Music of Barry Manilow ONE VOICE – The Music of Barry Manilow Music blackburn-empire-ONE VOICE – The Music of Barry Manilow 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 Find out more Pinked Floyd Pinked Floyd Music blackburn-empire-poster-Pinked Floyd 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 Find out more

Tits Up! Tits Up! Drama blackburn-empire-Tits Up! Three women. Tue 27 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Elvis Remembered Elvis Remembered Music blackburn-empire-poster-Elvis Remembered 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 Find out more Simply Red Tribute: Holding Back The Years Simply Red Tribute: Holding Back The Years Music blackburn-empire-Simply Red Tribute: Holding Back The Years 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 Find out more Ray Quinn – King of Swing Ray Quinn - King of Swing Music blackburn-empire-Ray Quinn - King of Swing 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 Find out more SPAMALOT SPAMALOT Musicals blackburn-empire-SPAMALOT It’s just a flesh wound! Mon 11 May 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Anita Harris & Freddie Davies: A Lifetime of Memories Anita Harris & Freddie Davies: A Lifetime of Memories Cancelled blackburn-empire-Anita Harris & Freddie Davies: A Lifetime of Memories Two of Britain's most beloved entertainers unite for this exceptional show, starring Anita Harris and Freddie Davies. Sat 31 January 2026 // 2:30 pm Find out more LET THE MUSIC PLAY – Celebrating the music of BARRY WHITE LET THE MUSIC PLAY - Celebrating the music of BARRY WHITE Music blackburn-empire-LET THE MUSIC PLAY - Celebrating the music of BARRY WHITE 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 Find out more ONE VOICE – The Music of Barry Manilow ONE VOICE – The Music of Barry Manilow Music blackburn-empire-ONE VOICE – The Music of Barry Manilow 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 Find out more Sugar Pie Honey Bunch Sugar Pie Honey Bunch Music blackburn-empire-Sugar Pie Honey Bunch 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 Find out more Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream Music blackburn-empire-Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix 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 Find out more Here We Go Again – The Mamma Mia Tribute Here We Go Again – The Mamma Mia Tribute Music blackburn-empire-Here We Go Again – The Mamma Mia Tribute 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 Find out more This is DISCO This is DISCO Music blackburn-empire-This is DISCO 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 Find out more 9 to 5 The Musical 9 to 5 The Musical Music blackburn-empire-9 to 5 The Musical Clock in for a night of hilarity and mischief with Dolly Parton’s smash-hit musical 9 to 5! Thu 22 January 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Dancing… Through Life by Sutcliffe School of Dance Dancing... Through Life by Sutcliffe School of Dance Academy blackburn-empire-Dancing... Through Life by Sutcliffe School of Dance Sutcliffe School of Dance proudly presents... Thu 05 February 2026 // 7:00 pm Find out more Empire Comedy Club July 2026 Empire Comedy Club July 2026 Comedy blackburn-empire-Empire Comedy Club July 2026 The Empire Comedy Club returns with a top line-up and big laughs at Blackburn Empire Theatre! Thu 02 July 2026 // 8:00 pm Find out more MAMA presents – A Tribute to Genesis MAMA presents - A Tribute to Genesis Music blackburn-empire-poster-MAMA presents - A Tribute to Genesis Experience the power, passion, and precision of one of the UK’s most acclaimed Genesis tribute bands – Mama. Sat 02 May 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more A Tribute to Sting & the Police – Starring the Rozzers A Tribute to Sting & the Police - Starring the Rozzers Music blackburn-empire-A Tribute to Sting & the Police - Starring the Rozzers 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 Find out more Annie the Musical Annie the Musical Music blackburn-empire-Annie the Musical Join us for the heartwarming musical "Annie," where hope shines bright even in the darkest times! Thu 02 April 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Kilkennys The Kilkennys Music blackburn-empire-poster-The Kilkennys Following a landmark year celebrating 25 years together, The Kilkennys return to the road in 2026 with a brand-new international tour. Wed 02 September 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Oasiz Oasiz Music blackburn-empire-Oasiz OASIZ are one of the UK’s most authentic tribute bands, a point proved in 2023 when a short clip of frontman Steve performing as Liam went viral on social media with over half a million views. Fri 13 February 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Strange, But True Crime Strange, But True Crime Variety blackburn-empire-Strange 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 Find out more We Will Rock You: The Musical by Queen & Ben Elton We Will Rock You: The Musical by Queen & Ben Elton Music blackburn-empire-We Will Rock You: The Musical by Queen & Ben Elton 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 Find out more Reflections – the Musical Legacy of Diana Ross Reflections - the Musical Legacy of Diana Ross Music blackburn-empire-Reflections - the Musical Legacy of Diana Ross Get ready to celebrate the incredible legacy of the one and only Diana Ross! Sun 04 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band  Celebrate The Iconic Music of Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band Celebrate The Iconic Music of Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell Music blackburn-empire-The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band  Celebrate The Iconic Music of Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell 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 Find out more The Everly Brothers & Friends The Everly Brothers & Friends Music blackburn-empire-The Everly Brothers & Friends 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 Find out more Forever Clapton Forever Clapton Music blackburn-empire-Forever Clapton 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 Find out more Jive Talkin’ perform the Bee Gees Jive Talkin' perform the Bee Gees Music blackburn-empire-Jive Talkin' perform the Bee Gees 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 Find out more Too Much Too Young Too Much Too Young Music blackburn-empire-Too Much Too Young 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 Find out more Roxette UK Roxette UK Music blackburn-empire-Roxette UK Roxette UK is the ultimate tribute band dedicated to recreating the electrifying pop hits of the legendary Swedish duo, Roxette. Fri 13 March 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Women in Rock Women in Rock Music blackburn-empire-Women in Rock 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 Find out more

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