Blackburn Empire Theatre | Lancashire's Liveliest Live Venue

Duggie Chapman Associates Ltd proudly presents a tribute to the Armed Forces We’ll Meet AgainA celebration of Wartime EntertainmentThis 1940’s variety show is a light-hearted, yet respectful look at wartime entertainment known as E.N.S.A.

Mon 17 October 2022 // 2:00 pm

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Women in Rock Music

From wowing audiences of up to 120,000 across the UK & Europe, Women in Rock are ready to take you on a spectacular journey through five decades of female rock music!

Fri 04 November 2022 // 7:30 pm

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Robbie Williams Live At Knebworth 20th Anniversary Tribute Tour Music

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Carlton Entertainment brings you - Robbie Williams Live At Knebworth 20th Anniversary Tribute Tour The Robbie Williams Live at Knebworth 20th Anniversary Tribute Tour celebrates the record-breaking show that was performed over three days in August 2003.

Sat 01 April 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Desperados - Eagles Tribute Music

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Take it Easy with Desperados and celebrate the music of six-time Grammy Award Winners, The Eagles.

Fri 21 April 2023 // 7:30 pm

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The Counterfeit Sixties Music

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Re-live the sounds of the swinging sixties, as Britain's Number 1 tribute show brings alive the magic of the sixties, with their tribute to over twenty five bands of that era.

Sun 05 February 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Goodnight Mister Tom Drama

Based on the 1981 children’s novel of the same name, GOODNIGHT MISTER TOM follows the transformative journey of young evacuee, William Beech, During the air raids of World War Two, William is evacuated from London to a small village in the West Country.

Wed 16 November 2022 // 7:30 pm

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The Guns N Roses Experience Music

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It does not get any closer than this people. GnRe have the only singer able to deliver the exact same unique vocal style and stage show synonymous with Classic Axl Rose. GnRe have the only tribute band guitarist OFFICIALLY ENDORSED by MARSHALL AMPS, just like the legend SLASH himself. Together with 4 other GnR clones, these guys deliver...

Sat 08 October 2022 // 7:30 pm

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Halloween Spooktacular Family

HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR – A FANGTASTIC FAMILY PANTOMIME A spooktacular pantomime is coming to the Blackburn Empire Theatre this Halloween.

Sun 30 October 2022 // 1:00 pm

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Showaddywaddy Music

This tour marks the 50th Anniversary of Showaddywaddy.

Sat 29 April 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Psychic Medium - Craig Morris Variety

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Over the last decade Craig has worked tirelessly for the spirit world.

Wed 26 October 2022 // 7:30 pm

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Monday Afternoon Variety Show - November Variety

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With your effervescent host and compère Michael Berry, another great afternoon of entertainment for just £5.

Mon 07 November 2022 // 2:00 pm

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An Evening of Magic with BGT Winner Richard Jones Variety

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Imagine being part of an exclusive audience lucky to witness more than just a magic show !

Fri 28 April 2023 // 7:30 pm

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All That Matters Dance

Ashleigh's Dance & Theatre Academy presents "All that matters" - a showcase of dance and musical theatre

Sun 09 October 2022 // 1:00 pm

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Swan Lake Dance

For the very first time the Internationally esteemed Ukrainian National Ballet of Odessa will perform with pleasure its critically acclaimed production of Swan Lake to the UK audience.

Sun 25 June 2023 // 2:00 pm

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From Gold to Rio - the hits of Spandau Ballet and Duran Duran Music

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Two of the UK's most iconic bands will be brought to life in one power packed show!

Fri 07 April 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Jimmy Cricket - 50 Years In Show Business Family

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Here's the Ticket to Come & Celebrate With Cricket His 50 Years in Showbusiness! Comedian Jimmy Cricket with his trademark R & L Wellington Boots & Company will be coming back to the Empire Theatre in Blackburn on Sunday 16th October 2022 for a 2.30pm Show!

Sun 16 October 2022 // 2:30 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 08 January 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Simply Tina - The Musical Journey to the Queen of Rock Music

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Simply Tina is a smash hit theatre production that is widely accepted as the foremost tribute to Tina Turner.

Sat 22 October 2022 // 7:30 pm

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Oh What a Night! Music

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Sat 21 October 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Cinderella - 2022 Pantomime Family

Take a trip to The Empire this Christmas as Tom Rolfe Productions proudly present the most magical of all pantomimes live on stage featuring an all star cast with Linda Lusardi as the magical Fairy Godmother!This years pantomime promises to be a real treat for the whole family complete with dazzling costumes, stunning scenery, hilarious...

Sat 26 November 2022 // 1:00 pm

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Big Night Out - Starring Mick Miller Variety

After far too many nights in, it’s time for a BIG NIGHT OUT in this fast paced variety show headlined by Legendary Comedian Mick Miller.

Fri 21 October 2022 // 7:30 pm

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Jane Eyre Drama

A bold and theatrically inventive adaptation of Charlotte Brontë's 1847 literary classic that puts the interior life of the novel onto the stage.

Wed 08 March 2023 // 7:30 pm

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The Killaz UK Music

Bringing a completely new way to experience the Killers, The Killaz UK are the ultimate tribute to the live shows of the Killers.

Sat 28 October 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Comedy Night at The Empire Comedy

Plane Comedy is bringing the UKs best live comedy to the Blackburn Empire Theatre, it’s definitely a night not to be missed… Plane Comedy, bringing laughter to new heights.

Thu 13 October 2022 // 7:30 pm

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The Ultimate Boyband Party Show Music

With combined record sales of over 500 million The Ultimate Boy Band Party Show takes us to the naughty 90’s with ‘5 Bad Boys with the power to Rock You’ as they perform over 30 number one hits from all your favourite Boybands...

Fri 07 October 2022 // 7:30 pm

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Strong Enough - The Ultimate Tribute to Cher Music

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Get ready for an unforgettable evening, celebrating the global superstar and great female icon that is Cher.

Fri 11 November 2022 // 7:30 pm

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A Beautiful Noise - The Definitive Neil Diamond Tribute Music

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From London's West End, this internationally acclaimed production celebrates the music of Neil Diamond.

Fri 10 February 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Coldplace Music

Formed by Coldplay fans, for Coldplay fans, Coldplace are a tribute band whose quality and experience on the tribute scene are second to none.

Sun 08 October 2023 // 7:30 pm

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A Musical Celebration of Everything Doris Day Music

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Que Sera Sera is a magnificent show that pays homage to one of Hollywood’s greatest stars – Doris Day.

Mon 13 March 2023 // 2:00 pm

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Bingo That's Bonkers Variety

It’s Here, Bingo That’s Bonkers is Returning to Blackburn!

Sun 09 April 2023 // 7:30 pm

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The cast of Blackburn Empire’s Cinderella launch this year’s Pantomime

The cast of the brand-new production of Cinderella at Blackburn Empire Theatre officially launched their Pantomime with a visit to Blackburn Town Centre this weekend.

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