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Ken Webster – Outrageous Comedy Hypnotist 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 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 The Freddie & QUEEN Experience The Freddie & QUEEN Experience Music blackburn-empire-The Freddie & QUEEN Experience Along with the many fans who mourn the loss of Freddie Mercury, The Freddie & The Queen Experience, aim to celebrate the wealth of talent that came together in Queen by recreating, with breathtaking accuracy, the style and excitement of a LIVE Queen concert, which sadly, will never be seen with Freddie Mercury again. The Freddie... Fri 10 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Sugar Pie Honey Bunch – Music of The Four Tops Sugar Pie Honey Bunch – Music of The Four Tops 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. Sat 19 July 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more It’s A Beautiful Noise with Fisher Stevens – The Neil Diamond tribute It's A Beautiful Noise with Fisher Stevens - The Neil Diamond tribute Music blackburn-empire-It's A Beautiful Noise with Fisher Stevens - The Neil Diamond tribute 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 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 The Class of 55 The Class of 55 Music blackburn-empire-The Class of 55 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 Find out more Nearly Elton – The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John Nearly Elton - The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John Music blackburn-empire-Nearly Elton - The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John Experience the ultimate Elton John tribute concert – Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time. Fri 20 February 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Truly Collins Truly Collins Music blackburn-empire-Truly Collins Truly Collins is the hit show that celebrates the unforgettable music of Phil Collins & Genesis. Thu 02 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Everything Changes – Take That Tribute Show Everything Changes - Take That Tribute Show Music blackburn-empire-Everything Changes - Take That Tribute Show The only production in which Gary, Mark and Howard headline a fully-live spectacular featuring a 12-piece, uber-talented band, singers and dancers. Fri 05 September 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Rave On Rave On Music blackburn-empire-Rave On Rave On is the 50s and 60s musical sensation sweeping the nation! Sat 21 March 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The History of Rock The History of Rock Music blackburn-empire-The History of Rock Join us as we celebrate a rock line-up like no other headlined by one of the greatest bands of all time! Fri 10 April 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The UK Rock Show The UK Rock Show Music blackburn-empire-The UK Rock Show 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 Find out more The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show 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 Find out more Amy’s Wine-house & The Empty Cellars Amy's Wine-house & The Empty Cellars Music blackburn-empire-Amy's Winehouse & The Empty Cellars Experience the captivating essence of the extraordinary and unforgettable tribute act, AMY’S WINE-HOUSE AND THE EMPTY CELLARS. Sat 17 January 2026 // 7:30 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 Simon & Garfunkel Story The Simon & Garfunkel Story Music blackburn-empire-poster-The Simon & Garfunkel Story “What A Great ****ing Show” – ART GARFUNKELFew shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story, with multiple sold-out shows in over 50-countries worldwide and over 20 headline performances in London’s West End, including multiple appearances at the world-famous London Palladium.Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international... Thu 17 July 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more I’m Every Whitney Live I'm Every Whitney Live Music blackburn-empire-I'm Every Whitney Live The spectacular tribute to the Queen of Pop starring Kieshia Chun & her Million Dollar Band. Fri 26 September 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more The World Adventure Dance Showcase The World Adventure Dance Showcase Academy blackburn-empire-The World Adventure Dance Showcase A WANDERLUST ACROSS THE PLANET INTO CULTURAL DIVERSITY THROUGH BEAUTY OF DANCE. Thu 30 October 2025 // 6:30 pm Find out more The ELO Encounter – Blue Sky Tour The ELO Encounter - Blue Sky Tour Music blackburn-empire-The ELO Encounter - Blue Sky Tour Roll over Beethoven, because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra is here!In an all live show featuring soaring strings, striking vocal harmonies and playing all the much loved songs from ELO’s hit-filled library including Evil Woman, Telephone Line and Don’t Bring Me Down. Sun 07 September 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Snow White – Christmas Pantomime 2025 Snow White - Christmas Pantomime 2025 Family blackburn-empire-Snow White - Christmas Pantomime 2025 The Fairest Pantomime of Them AllMirror Mirror On The Wall...What’s The Fairest Pantomime of Them all?It’s SNOW WHITE, of course, and it’s heading to The Blackburn Empire at Christmas 2025… Oh yes it is!Tom Rolfe Productions are thrilled to be back with a brand new production bursting with dazzling costumes, hilarious comedy, sensational singing, beautiful... Sat 22 November 2025 // 1:30 pm Find out more Celine – My Heart Will Go On Celine – My Heart Will Go On Music MY HEART WILL GO ON – is the ultimate celebration concert of the music of one of the world’s greatest, iconic singers of all time - Celine Dion. This outstanding concert has been storming its way across Europe for 4 years gaining critical acclaim and outstanding reviews. Sat 18 October 2025 // 7:30 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 Desperados : The Music & Legacy of Eagles Desperados : The Music & Legacy of Eagles Music blackburn-empire-Desperados : The Music & Legacy of Eagles Prepare to be transported back to the golden era of classic West Coast rock as Desperados faithfully captures the essence and spirit of the legendary EAGLES. Sat 27 September 2025 // 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 01 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Songbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy Songbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy Music blackburn-empire-Songbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy 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 Find out more The Story Behind Motown The Story Behind Motown Music blackburn-empire-The Story Behind Motown Step into the world of Motown and experience the magic behind the music that defined an era. Fri 12 September 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more BITTER SWEET BITTER SWEET Music blackburn-empire-poster-BITTER SWEET The Ultimate Tribute to Sabrina Carpenter & Olivia RodrigoFrom the creators of the smash-hit theatre & arena show Taylor Fever!Carpenters and Livvies, get ready! Mon 25 August 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Connextion – The Dance Showcase Connextion - The Dance Showcase Academy blackburn-empire-Connextion - The Dance Showcase A powerful and taboo exploration of childhood trauma and its mental health effects, expressed through the emotive power of dance. Tue 30 September 2025 // 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

Sound & Vision – A David Bowie Tribute Show Sound & Vision - A David Bowie Tribute Show Music blackburn-empire-Sound & Vision - A David Bowie Tribute Show Fasten your seatbelts – the Starman is here!! Fri 18 July 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Calendar Girls Calendar Girls Drama blackburn-empire-Calendar Girls When Annie's husband John dies of leukaemia, she and best friend Chris resolve to raise money for a new settee in the local hospital waiting room. Wed 17 September 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Unicorn Live! Unicorn Live! Family blackburn-empire-Unicorn Live! After the sell out success of Princess Live! Thu 19 February 2026 // 1:00 pm Find out more The Class of 55 The Class of 55 Music blackburn-empire-The Class of 55 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 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 16 August 2025 // 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 An Audience with Mick Miller An Audience with Mick Miller Comedy blackburn-empire-An Audience with Mick Miller Mick Miller is a comedy legend who has been at the top of his game for over 40 years. Thu 28 August 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Calling Planet Earth Calling Planet Earth Music blackburn-empire-Calling Planet Earth 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 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 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 Rave On Rave On Music blackburn-empire-Rave On Rave On is the 50s and 60s musical sensation sweeping the nation! Sat 21 March 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Cavern Beat Club starring The Fabs 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.In those days, hundreds of groups performed at beat clubs throughout the UK, and at the very heart of these was The Cavern in Liverpool – a cellar venue that quickly became known as 'The Most... Sat 04 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Ken Webster – Outrageous Comedy Hypnotist 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 Find out more Hometown Glory Candlelit Concert – A Tribute to Adele Hometown Glory Candlelit Concert - A Tribute to Adele Music blackburn-empire-Hometown Glory Candlelit Concert - A Tribute to Adele The most intimate of evenings – a candlelit recital of Adele’s delightful songbook, performed absolutely live. Sun 05 October 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Beatles Complete Beatles Complete Music blackburn-empire-Beatles Complete 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 Find out more VIVA LA VIDA – The Greatest Hits Of Coldplay VIVA LA VIDA - The Greatest Hits Of Coldplay Music blackburn-empire-VIVA LA VIDA - The Greatest Hits Of Coldplay “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 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 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 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 The Ultimate Pop Show The Ultimate Pop Show Music blackburn-empire-The Ultimate Pop Show Delivering the most exhilarating dance routines, latest trends and hits from the biggest chart-topping artists including; Taylor Swift, Girls Aloud, Ariana Grande, Harry Styles, Miley Cyrus, Beyonce, Justin Bieber, Little Mix and many more. Sun 24 May 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Songbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy Songbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy Music blackburn-empire-Songbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy 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 Find out more King Of Pop starring Navi King Of Pop starring Navi Music blackburn-empire-King Of Pop starring Navi 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. Sat 13 September 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Tony Christie – The Great Farewell Tony Christie - The Great Farewell Music blackburn-empire-Tony Christie The legendary crooner continues to entertain audiences around the world with incredible showmanship, an unmistakable powerful vocal, and a setlist that packs a punch—captivating generation after generation.From one of the biggest-selling singles of the past two decades, ‘Is This The Way to Amarillo’, to other classics including ‘Avenues & Alleyways’, ‘Walk Like A Panther’, ‘Las... Mon 01 September 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Heaven Can Wait – A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf Music blackburn-empire-Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits.Following a SOLD OUT tour of Spain in 2024, this show stopping concert launches across Europe in 2025.Featuring the incredible vocals of Lee Brady and an awesome band made up of the UK’s most highly-skilled and reputable rock musicians and female rock vocalists. Sat 01 November 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Dolly Forever Dolly Forever Music “Dolly Forever” isn’t just a show, it is a celebration of one of the worlds biggest stars. Fri 22 August 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more The UK Rock Show The UK Rock Show Music blackburn-empire-The UK Rock Show 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 Find out more The History of Rock The History of Rock Music blackburn-empire-The History of Rock Join us as we celebrate a rock line-up like no other headlined by one of the greatest bands of all time! Fri 10 April 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown Roy 'Chubby' Brown Comedy blackburn-empire-poster-Roy 'Chubby' Brown 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 Find out more Sugar Pie Honey Bunch – Music of The Four Tops Sugar Pie Honey Bunch – Music of The Four Tops 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. Sat 19 July 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more Living the Life of Riley Living the Life of Riley Comedy Living the Life of Riley is a heart-warming, heart-breaking and hilarious tale of a family, trying to negotiate their way through teenage tantrums, autism, and Grandma!Starring Vicky Entwistle as Joanne Riley and Leah Bell as “Grandma” • Strutting Player – Its raw! Wed 16 July 2025 // 7:30 pm Find out more

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Queen of the West End Kerry Ellis adds new tour dates

Kerry will return to intimate venues next autumn with her Queen of the West End tour and we are delighted Kerry will be joining us at Blackburn Empire Theatre on Wednesday 24 September 2025.

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Remembering Colin Hilton: A Musical Legacy at the Empire Theatre

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