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Big nights out with something for everyone

Music, family favourites, comedy, drama and dance - all in one place.

Promotional image for the show 'The West End Tenors' in March 2027 at Blackburn Empire Theatre.
Live music

Big voices, big songs, big nights out

Tribute nights, audience favourites and concert-style evenings are one of the strongest reasons to keep coming back to Blackburn Empire.

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Something for every kind of audience

Music first, then family, then comedy, with drama and dance still given a proper place.

Music

Tribute nights, legendary songbooks and lively audience favourites make music one of the strongest reasons to visit.

  • Big singalong nights
  • Classic artists and nostalgia-led shows
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Family

Beyond the panto, the Empire offers family favourites, holiday treats and shows that work for mixed-age audiences too.

  • Great for grandparents, parents and children together
  • Strong daytime and early evening appeal
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Comedy

Stand-up, spoken-word nights and touring comedy bring a different kind of energy for a lively grown-up night out.

  • Brilliant for friends and couples
  • Big laughs in an intimate theatre setting
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Drama and dance

The Empire is also home to dramatic work, dance showcases and productions from local performing arts groups.

  • Local talent alongside visiting productions
  • Dance showcases, stage schools and dramatic work
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Community and culture

A theatre with history and heart

Blackburn Empire is more than a feed of events - it is a charity, a local venue and a home for community creativity.

Rooted in Blackburn, open to everyone

Blackburn Empire Theatre is a volunteer-led charity with a long story and a strong local role. It is a place where audiences can enjoy visiting productions, while local groups, performers and community activity continue to have a real home on stage.

Every booking helps support something bigger than one night out.

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Plan your visit with confidence

Make it easy for people to say yes. Give them a quick route to seating, access, FAQs and directions before they ever reach checkout.

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Support the theatre

Book a ticket, donate, become a Friend or volunteer - every route helps keep live entertainment and community theatre thriving in Blackburn.

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Looking for your next night out? From live music to family favourites, comedy, drama and dance, Blackburn Empire Theatre is packed with reasons to come back.

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