Blackburn Empire Theatre | Lancashire's Liveliest Live Venue

Roy 'Chubby' Brown Comedy

After over 50 years in show business Roy Chubby Brown has proven himself time and time again!!

Sat 10 June 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Thank Abba for the Music Music

THANK ABBA FOR THE MUSIC – EUROVISION 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR In 1974, ABBA’s iconic Eurovision Song Contest performance of Waterloo made history, with their victory propelling the band to international stardom.

Sat 03 February 2024 // 7:30 pm

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Whitesnake UK Music

Whitesnake UK play tribute to the very best of David Coverdale's Whitesnake.

Sat 05 October 2024 // 7:30 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 June 2024 // 7:30 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!

Thu 02 November 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Absolute Reggae Music

The music that has filled the airwaves since the 1970s is brought to life on stage with the Absolute Reggae show.

Fri 15 March 2024 // 7:30 pm

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The Opera Boys - A Night at the Musicals Music

The Opera Boys return with their sell-out show featuring the biggest songs from the West End and Broadway.

Sat 04 November 2023 // 7:30 pm

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The Space Pixies Variety

Come & Meet The Space Pixies.

Wed 25 October 2023 // 7:00 pm

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The Bohemians Music

A Comprehensive re-enactment of Queen's Greatest Hits Internationally renowned Queen Tribute band The Bohemians take you on a high energy roller coaster ride of a concert, featuring the back catalogue of one of the world’s most popular and iconic rock acts of all time.

Thu 05 October 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Two Lads & A Barber Shop Chair Drama

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A local lad walks into a barbershop in Whalley, sits down in the first available barber's chair and the rest you could say is history.

Sat 01 July 2023 // 2:30 pm

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Oh What a Night! Music

OH WHAT A NIGHT takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, now immortalised in the multi-award winning show Jersey Boys, which has been packing theatres worldwide since its debut in 2005.Valli’s unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with...

Sat 21 October 2023 // 7:30 pm

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American Four Tops Music

American Four Tops Show - Get Ready 'Cos Here They Come!

Sat 07 October 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 06 September 2024 // 7:30 pm

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Bon Jovi Forever Music

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 30 September 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Stan Boardman Comedy

This unscripted show will be unique and entertaining and Stan will document his struggles and successes.

Sat 12 August 2023 // 7:30 pm

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East Ribble District Freemasons Variety Show Variety

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All of the proceeds of this evening's show will be in aid of the East Lancashire 2026 Festival, which supports the Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF), one of the largest financial supporters of Charitable and good causes in the UK.

Fri 27 October 2023 // 7:30 pm

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The Cavern Beatles Music

On February 9th 1961, The Beatles made the first of their 292 appearances at the now legendary Cavern Club in Mathew Street, Liverpool.

Fri 11 October 2024 // 7:30 pm

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The Story of Ireland Music

As we hear the beautiful underscoring introduction of a well known Irish melody a man walks on stage and recites a famous Irish poem and blessing "May the Rose Rise to Meet You” and talks about all those people who over the years for one reason or another have left Ireland, be it in search...

Fri 08 September 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Rockin’ With Laughter Variety

This Fabulous 50’s/60’s variety show is a new production for 2023 presented by the cast of “We’ll Meet Again” and “The Good Old Days of Music Hall”.

Mon 21 August 2023 // 2:00 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 22 March 2024 // 7:30 pm

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Garth Brooks - Ultimate Tribute Music

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THE UK’s #1 CELEBRATION OF THE MUSIC OF GARTH BROOKS With 19 number one hits, 9 number one albums and over 170 million album sales, he’s the biggest selling artist on the planet after the Beatles!

Sun 10 September 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Whole Lotta Shakin' - The Shakin' Stevens Story Music

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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!

Wed 10 April 2024 // 7:30 pm

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Acari Comedy Hypnotist Comedy

For the FIRST TIME Since 2012 Acari is bringing his hilarious show back to the Blackburn Empire Theatre on the 26th of April 2024.

Fri 26 April 2024 // 7:30 pm

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Dirty Dusting Comedy

THIS IS AN EVENING OF PURE THEATRICAL VIAGRA Our 2024 production stars Crissy Rock (Benidorm) and Leah Bell (Stage Award Winner): Vanessa Karon and Paul Dunn.

Sun 04 February 2024 // 7:30 pm

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Sheila's Island Drama

Sheila’s Island by Tim FirthDirected by Paddy Darnell-Walsh A Comedy in Thick Fog The Office meets Lord of the Flies meets Miranda.

Wed 20 September 2023 // 7:30 pm

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The UK Rock Show Music

The UK Rock show will transport you 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.

Fri 09 June 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 13 January 2024 // 7:30 pm

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Dance Fusion Dance

Bernese School of Theatre, Dance and Drama present Dance Fusion We welcome our audience members to the return of our first Dance Fusion Event since 2019 and we're back bigger and better than ever!

Sat 24 June 2023 // 1:00 pm

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Carpenters Experience Music

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

Sat 09 September 2023 // 7:30 pm

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Grooving with Pirates Family

Come on a swashbuckling adventure with family favourite Groove Baby as it sails the seas in this exciting, jazz and funk fuelled show especially for 3 - 7s and their grown-up crews!

Sun 16 June 2024 // 1:00 pm

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“The Ultimate Meat Loaf Anniversary Show” – a celebration of one of the greatest rock icons

Grab your tartan and get ready!

Blackburn Drama Club – Fast, furious and very funny!