Blackburn Empire Theatre | Lancashire's Liveliest Live Venue

Thank ABBA for the Music

Thank ABBA for the Music Music

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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

DanceSyndrome presents EXPRESS ’25

DanceSyndrome presents EXPRESS ’25 Academy

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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.In Act 2, DanceSyndrome’s DS Collective performance company will present “A Dream of Keys” – a magical journey through the evolution of dance.

Sun 20 July 2025 // 3:00 pm

Roxette UK

Roxette UK Music

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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

I’m Every Whitney Live

I'm Every Whitney Live Music

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The spectacular tribute to the Queen of Pop starring Kieshia Chun & her Million Dollar Band.

Fri 26 September 2025 // 7:30 pm

Carpenters Experience

Carpenters Experience Music

When we were young, we’d listen to the radio, waiting for our favourite songs.

Wed 22 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

Jive Talkin’ perform the Bee Gees

Jive Talkin' perform the Bee Gees Music

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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

The Rod Stewart Songbook

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

Elvis Remembered

Elvis Remembered Music

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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

Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story

Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story Music

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Join Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story for an unforgettable evening celebrating the legendary Roy Orbison and the iconic Traveling Wilburys!

Fri 17 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

LET THE MUSIC PLAY – Celebrating the music of BARRY WHITE

LET THE MUSIC PLAY - Celebrating the music of BARRY WHITE Music

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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

Legends of American Country

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

Too Much Too Young

Too Much Too Young Music

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The 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, two-hour theatre experience that takes audiences on an unforgettable ride through the ska sound that...

Thu 12 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

The Story Behind Motown

The Story Behind Motown Music

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Step into the world of Motown and experience the magic behind the music that defined an era.

Fri 12 September 2025 // 7:30 pm

Oh What A Night!

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

The UK Rock Show

The UK Rock Show Music

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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

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers Music

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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

King Of Pop starring Navi

King Of Pop starring Navi Music

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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

The Adult Panto – Snow White and the Magnificent Seven

The Adult Panto - Snow White and the Magnificent Seven 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 28 February 2026 // 7:30 pm

The Swing Commanders

The Swing Commanders Music

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The Swing Commanders are a stunningly vibrant and versatile group that perform an exciting mix of 1940s Classics, Boogie-Woogie, Western Swing, 50’s Jump Jazz and more!Every member of the Swing Commanders sings and plays at least one instrument, sometimes three!

Thu 09 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

An Audience with Mick Miller

An Audience with Mick Miller Comedy

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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

Empire Comedy Club

Empire Comedy Club Comedy

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Get ready for another night of top-tier comedy at the Empire Comedy Club!

Thu 11 September 2025 // 8:00 pm

The Class of 55

The Class of 55 Music

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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

DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT

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

Unicorn Live!

Unicorn Live! Family

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After the sell out success of Princess Live!

Thu 19 February 2026 // 1:00 pm

Strange, But True Crime

Strange, But True Crime Variety

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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

Rave On

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Rave On is the 50s and 60s musical sensation sweeping the nation!

Sat 21 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

BEAUTIFUL TRAUMA – The Ultimate Live P!nk Experience

BEAUTIFUL TRAUMA - The Ultimate Live P!nk Experience Music

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International award-winning P!nk impersonator, Stacy Green, is joined live on stage, with the phenomenal Vertigo Band, to recreate the excitement and majesty that makes P!nk the modern legend and inspiration she has come to be known as.

Fri 27 February 2026 // 7:30 pm

Beatles Complete

Beatles Complete Music

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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

The Stadium Rock Experience

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

The Freddie & QUEEN Experience

The Freddie & QUEEN Experience Music

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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

Too Much Too Young

Too Much Too Young Music

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The 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, two-hour theatre experience that takes audiences on an unforgettable ride through the ska sound that...

Thu 12 March 2026 // 7:30 pm

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

Bon Jovi Forever

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

KDA presents Into the SPOTLIGHT!

KDA presents Into the SPOTLIGHT! Academy

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Join KDA as our talented students take to the stage and step Into the SPOTLIGHT to showcase a fusion of Dance, Musical Theatre, and Drama.

Sat 12 July 2025 // 1:00 pm

Everything Changes – Take That Tribute Show

Everything Changes - Take That Tribute Show Music

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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

The Swing Commanders

The Swing Commanders Music

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The Swing Commanders are a stunningly vibrant and versatile group that perform an exciting mix of 1940s Classics, Boogie-Woogie, Western Swing, 50’s Jump Jazz and more!Every member of the Swing Commanders sings and plays at least one instrument, sometimes three!

Thu 09 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

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

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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

Oasiz

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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

American Four Tops Show

American Four Tops Show Music

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Direct from the USA, Soul Satisfaction’s AMERICAN FOUR TOPS show has been travelling internationally bringing all the sweet soul music and the Motown magic to their audiences.

Sat 19 July 2025 // 7:30 pm

Snow White – Christmas Pantomime 2025

Snow White - Christmas Pantomime 2025 Family

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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

ALL NIGHT LONG – The Greatest Hits of Lionel Richie

ALL NIGHT LONG – The Greatest Hits of Lionel Richie Music

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“You won’t believe your eyes, or ears!”The closest thing to a young, prime Lionel Richie at the very height of his powers.Jack Brindle and his amazing live band bring this astounding portrayal of The Commodores’ ‘ballad king’ to the stage in this incredible full-length tribute production show – ALL NIGHT LONG – The Greatest Hits...

Fri 17 April 2026 // 7:30 pm

Legends of Motown

Legends of Motown Music

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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

Hometown Glory Candlelit Concert – A Tribute to Adele

Hometown Glory Candlelit Concert - A Tribute to Adele Music

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The most intimate of evenings – a candlelit recital of Adele’s delightful songbook, performed absolutely live.

Sun 05 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

Empire Comedy Club

Empire Comedy Club Comedy

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Get ready for another night of top-tier comedy at the Empire Comedy Club!

Thu 11 September 2025 // 8:00 pm

Nearly Elton – The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John

Nearly Elton - The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John Music

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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

DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT

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

The Adult Panto – Snow White and the Magnificent Seven

The Adult Panto - Snow White and the Magnificent Seven 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 28 February 2026 // 7:30 pm

The Stadium Rock Experience

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

Tony Christie – The Great Farewell

Tony Christie - The Great Farewell Music

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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

ONE VOICE – The Music of Barry Manilow

ONE VOICE – The Music of Barry Manilow Music

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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

Showaddywaddy

Showaddywaddy Music

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'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

Calling Planet Earth

Calling Planet Earth Music

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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

Legally Blonde

Legally Blonde Musicals

Made For Stage UK proudly presents: Legally Blonde The Musical!

Thu 24 July 2025 // 7:30 pm

Strange, But True Crime

Strange, But True Crime Variety

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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

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

Taylor Fever – The Ultimate Tribute to Taylor Swift

Taylor Fever – The Ultimate Tribute to Taylor Swift Music

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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

Fri 09 January 2026 // 7:30 pm

An Audience with Mick Miller

An Audience with Mick Miller Comedy

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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

Truly Collins

Truly Collins Music

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Truly Collins is the hit show that celebrates the unforgettable music of Phil Collins & Genesis.

Thu 02 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

The Jerseys Live

The Jerseys Live Music

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Join The Jerseys as we celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.

Fri 24 October 2025 // 7:30 pm

The History of Rock

The History of Rock Music

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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

KEEP IN THE LOOP

From Joseph to the West End and Beyond: Lee Mead Brings His Best to Blackburn

Lee Mead, the charismatic star who won hearts on the BBC’s Any Dream Will Do, returns to the stage with his most personal show yet — The Best of Me.

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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

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our dear friend, Colin Hilton

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