Skip to content
Blackburn Empire
Live Entertainment
Blackburn Empire
Facebook page opens in new windowX page opens in new windowInstagram page opens in new windowTikTok page opens in new window
Search:
Search
  • Home
  • What’s On
  • ❤ Support Us
    • Buy Gift Vouchers
    • Empire Shop
    • ❤ Donate
    • Volunteer with Us
    • Become a Friend
  • Information
    • All About Us
      • News
      • Our History
      • Our Charity
      • Our Patrons
      • Affiliated Groups
    • More
      • FAQ – Your Questions Answered
      • Access Information & Access Register
      • Seating Plan
      • Your Data
      • Booking Protect
      • Hiring & Programming
      • Technical Specifications
      • Digital Guidelines for Promoters
    • Keeping you Safe
  • Find Us
  • Your Account
    • Your Details
    • Your Tickets
  • Home
  • What’s On
  • ❤ Support Us
    • Buy Gift Vouchers
    • Empire Shop
    • ❤ Donate
    • Volunteer with Us
    • Become a Friend
  • Information
    • All About Us
      • News
      • Our History
      • Our Charity
      • Our Patrons
      • Affiliated Groups
    • More
      • FAQ – Your Questions Answered
      • Access Information & Access Register
      • Seating Plan
      • Your Data
      • Booking Protect
      • Hiring & Programming
      • Technical Specifications
      • Digital Guidelines for Promoters
    • Keeping you Safe
  • Find Us
  • Your Account
    • Your Details
    • Your Tickets
Your browser does not support the video tag.

The Secret The Secret Variety blackburn-empire-The Secret Behind every illusion lies a secret, a secret guarded for centuries. Sat 13 June 2026 // 2:30 pm Find out more Total REX Total REX Music blackburn-empire-Total REX Total REX is a sensational show capturing the rock sound of Marc Bolan and T. Sat 03 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Patience Patience Music blackburn-empire-Patience In a world gone mad with lovesick ladies and pretentious men, the women abandon their handsome soldiers and instead pursue the fake poet Reginald Bunthorne, who thrives on admiration. Wed 22 April 2026 // 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 The Time Machine Dance Showcase The Time Machine Dance Showcase Dance blackburn-empire-The Time Machine Dance Showcase Time travel with us through different decades of dance and music. Thu 05 November 2026 // 6:30 pm Find out more Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream Music blackburn-empire-Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix A very welcome return to this stunning power trio of astonishingly talented musicians, Voodoo Room celebrate the music of Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Cream with a high energy show in the true spirit of these iconic, legendary superstars. Fri 06 November 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’! Sat 26 September 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Folk Rock Pioneers Steeleye Span In Concert Folk Rock Pioneers Steeleye Span In Concert Music blackburn-empire-Folk Rock Pioneers Steeleye Span In Concert Together for fifty six years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. Sun 26 April 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Choose George: Celebrating George Michael Choose George: Celebrating George Michael Music blackburn-empire-Choose George: Celebrating George Michael With the production now in its third year, CHOOSE GEORGE – Celebrating George Michael continues to amaze fans throughout the UK and Europe. Thu 08 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Lovely Bones The Lovely Bones Drama blackburn-empire-The Lovely Bones Susie Salmon is just like any other young girl. Wed 20 May 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show Variety blackburn-empire-The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show Following their 2026 SOLD OUT show and fresh off the stage in London’s West End, The Dazzling Diamonds proudly present their smash-hit comedy variety drag show. This isn’t just any show – these“ladies”deliver a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud spectacle like no other.Featuring a cast of three internationally acclaimed performers, the show is a dazzling mix of outrageous comedy, sensational live vocals, and jaw-dropping dance routines.Expect iconic hits from Tina Turner, Adele, Lady Gaga,... Fri 15 January 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more The D-Day Darlings – VICTORIOUS The D-Day Darlings – VICTORIOUS Variety blackburn-empire-The D-Day Darlings – VICTORIOUS Direct from the Royal Albert Hall Following the success of their VE Day 80 Tour and triumphant performances at the iconic Royal Albert Hall, Britain’s beloved songbirds, The D-Day Darlings, proudly present their brand-new stage spectacular – Victorious, fronted by founder and lead singer Katie Ashby. Sun 04 April 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more Empire Comedy Club July 2026 Empire Comedy Club July 2026 Comedy blackburn-empire-Empire Comedy Club July 2026 The Empire Comedy Club returns with a top line-up and big laughs at Blackburn Empire Theatre! Thu 02 July 2026 // 8:00 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 SPAMALOT SPAMALOT Musicals blackburn-empire-SPAMALOT It’s just a flesh wound! Mon 11 May 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Tommy Cooper – Have I Got Time for More? Tommy Cooper - Have I Got Time for More? Comedy blackburn-empire-Tommy Cooper - Have I Got Time for More? A brand new production from the guys that brought you Steptoe & Son! Sat 20 March 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Story Behind Motown The Story Behind Motown Music blackburn-empire-The Story Behind Motown Back by popular demand and standing ovations! Sun 07 February 2027 // 2:30 pm Find out more King of the Road with Josh Hindle King of the Road with Josh Hindle Music blackburn-empire-King of the Road with Josh Hindle You may know him as Michael Bublé – and you may have seen him wowing audiences across the UK and around the world in that role – but for 2026, after much convincing, Josh Hindle is hitting the road as himself for limited shows only! Wed 09 September 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Club 80s Live – The UK’s Biggest Eighties Experience! Club 80s Live – The UK’s Biggest Eighties Experience! Music blackburn-empire-Club 80s Live – The UK’s Biggest Eighties Experience! The UK’s Biggest Eighties Experience! Sat 10 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Jive Talkin’ perform the Bee Gees Jive Talkin' perform the Bee Gees Music blackburn-empire-Jive Talkin' perform the Bee Gees 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 Find out more An Evening of Mediumship with Craig Morris An Evening of Mediumship with Craig Morris Variety blackburn-empire-An Evening of Mediumship with Craig Morris Join Craig Morris, one of the UK’s most respected and trusted psychic mediums, for a truly unforgettable evening of clairvoyance. Wed 26 August 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie Music blackburn-empire-Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie Fasten your seatbelts – the Starman is here!! Thu 29 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more ConneXtion – The Dance Showcase 2026 ConneXtion - The Dance Showcase 2026 Dance blackburn-empire-ConneXtion - The Dance Showcase 2026 A showcase that utilises the tool of dance to explore and express social issues in our world. Wed 30 September 2026 // 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 The Sounds of Philadelphia and Motown Show – Starring Roy G. Hemmings The Sounds of Philadelphia and Motown Show - Starring Roy G. Hemmings Music blackburn-empire-The Sounds of Philadelphia and Motown Show - Starring Roy G. Hemmings Former Drifters member Roy G Hemmings brings together the sound of three of America’s iconic labels: The Sound of Philadelphia (TSOP), Stax Atlantic and Motown, in one live action-packed show. Fri 23 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green Music blackburn-empire-Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac. Fri 16 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The History of Rock The History of Rock Music blackburn-empire-The History of Rock Relive the greatest years of rock live on stage! Fri 10 April 2026 // 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 Presents – The Music of Meat Loaf Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits. Fri 28 August 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Happy Birthday Elvis with Paul Molloy Happy Birthday Elvis with Paul Molloy Music blackburn-empire-Happy Birthday Elvis with Paul Molloy Happy Birthday Elvis is a high-energy celebration of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll, taking you on a journey through Elvis Presley’s career - from the iconic hits of the 50s and 60s to the powerhouse concert years of the 70s. Sun 17 January 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more Les Misérables : School Edition Les Misérables : School Edition Music blackburn-empire-Les Misérables : School Edition Following on from their two previous SOLD OUT productions of Disney's Frozen JR. Fri 17 July 2026 // 7:00 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 Folk Rock Pioneers Steeleye Span In Concert Folk Rock Pioneers Steeleye Span In Concert Music blackburn-empire-Folk Rock Pioneers Steeleye Span In Concert Together for fifty six years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. Sun 26 April 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green Music blackburn-empire-Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac. Fri 16 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Patience Patience Music blackburn-empire-Patience In a world gone mad with lovesick ladies and pretentious men, the women abandon their handsome soldiers and instead pursue the fake poet Reginald Bunthorne, who thrives on admiration. Wed 22 April 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more An evening with Esoteric Medium David Holt An evening with Esoteric Medium David Holt Variety blackburn-empire-An evening with Esoteric Medium David Holt Join international Esoteric Medium David Holt for an evening of clairvoyance live at Empire Theatre, Blackburn. Fri 02 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Nashville Live Nashville Live Music blackburn-empire-Nashville Live Europe’s No.1 multi-award-winning show "Nashville Live" returns for another fantastic night of toe-tapping classic country! Thu 28 January 2027 // 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 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 22 August 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show Variety blackburn-empire-The Dazzling Diamonds – Comedy Drag Show Following their 2026 SOLD OUT show and fresh off the stage in London’s West End, The Dazzling Diamonds proudly present their smash-hit comedy variety drag show. This isn’t just any show – these“ladies”deliver a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud spectacle like no other.Featuring a cast of three internationally acclaimed performers, the show is a dazzling mix of outrageous comedy, sensational live vocals, and jaw-dropping dance routines.Expect iconic hits from Tina Turner, Adele, Lady Gaga,... Fri 15 January 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more Oh What a Night! Oh What a Night! Music blackburn-empire-Oh What a Night! OH WHAT A NIGHT! Fri 26 March 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Sounds of Philadelphia and Motown Show – Starring Roy G. Hemmings The Sounds of Philadelphia and Motown Show - Starring Roy G. Hemmings Music blackburn-empire-The Sounds of Philadelphia and Motown Show - Starring Roy G. Hemmings Former Drifters member Roy G Hemmings brings together the sound of three of America’s iconic labels: The Sound of Philadelphia (TSOP), Stax Atlantic and Motown, in one live action-packed show. Fri 23 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Bon Jovi Forever Bon Jovi Forever Music blackburn-empire-poster-Bon Jovi Forever 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 Find out more Forever Clapton Forever Clapton Music blackburn-empire-Forever Clapton A brand new production for 2026 and outstanding tribute to one of the most iconic Blues and Rock guitarists of all time! Sat 11 April 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Empire Social Club – Community • Friendship • Fun Empire Social Club - Community • Friendship • Fun Variety blackburn-empire-Empire Social Club - Community • Friendship • Fun The Empire Social Club is a warm, welcoming get-together at Blackburn Empire Theatre, created to bring people together through Community • Friendship • Fun. Tue 07 April 2026 // 2:00 pm Find out more Just Tina Just Tina Music blackburn-empire-Just Tina Come and shake a tail feather with the UK's supreme Tina - Justine - and her talented cast from the hit show Totally TINA! Sun 31 May 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Celine – My Heart Will Go On Celine - My Heart Will Go On Music blackburn-empire-Celine - My Heart Will Go On Step into the world of Celine Dion like never before with My Heart Will Go On, a breathtaking concert experience that brings the legendary singer’s iconic hits to life. Thu 01 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Forever Springsteen – The Ultimate Bruce Springsteen Tribute Forever Springsteen - The Ultimate Bruce Springsteen Tribute Music blackburn-empire-Forever Springsteen - The Ultimate Bruce Springsteen Tribute Experience the energy, musicianship, and spirit of The Boss as Forever Springsteen takes you on a downbound train through his legendary career. Sat 30 January 2027 // 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 King of the Road with Josh Hindle King of the Road with Josh Hindle Music blackburn-empire-King of the Road with Josh Hindle You may know him as Michael Bublé – and you may have seen him wowing audiences across the UK and around the world in that role – but for 2026, after much convincing, Josh Hindle is hitting the road as himself for limited shows only! Wed 09 September 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Empire Comedy Club September 2026 Empire Comedy Club September 2026 blackburn-empire-Empire Comedy Club September 2026 The Empire Comedy Club is back with another top line-up - big laughs, sharp crowd work, and a brilliant night out at Blackburn Empire Theatre. Thu 10 September 2026 // 8:00 pm Find out more We Will Rock You: The Musical by Queen & Ben Elton We Will Rock You: The Musical by Queen & Ben Elton Music blackburn-empire-We Will Rock You: The Musical by Queen & Ben Elton WE WILL ROCK YOU – THE MUSICAL by QUEEN & Ben Elton Presented by Made For Stage UK Ltd & ALTD Productions Get ready to rock as we bring you the iconic, high-energy musical We Will Rock You to the stage! Thu 23 July 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Reflections – the Musical Legacy of Diana Ross Reflections - the Musical Legacy of Diana Ross Music blackburn-empire-Reflections - the Musical Legacy of Diana Ross Get ready to celebrate the incredible legacy of the one and only Diana Ross! Sun 04 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Total REX Total REX Music blackburn-empire-Total REX Total REX is a sensational show capturing the rock sound of Marc Bolan and T. Sat 03 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie Music blackburn-empire-Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie Fasten your seatbelts – the Starman is here!! Thu 29 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more John Lydon John Lydon Variety blackburn-empire-John Lydon He’s a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. Wed 14 April 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more Legends of Motown Legends of Motown Music blackburn-empire-Legends of Motown 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 Find out more Women in Rock Women in Rock Music blackburn-empire-Women in Rock Since 2016, Women in Rock have been trailblazing their way across the globe with their sell out show that sets them apart from any other. Fri 04 September 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Magic of Science “High Voltage” The Magic of Science "High Voltage" Family blackburn-empire-The Magic of Science Fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Mon 25 May 2026 // 2:00 pm Find out more Simply Red Tribute: Holding Back The Years Simply Red Tribute: Holding Back The Years Music blackburn-empire-Simply Red Tribute: Holding Back The Years With over 50 million albums sold worldwide and a catalogue of chart-topping hits such as "Holding Back The Years", "Stars", "Fairground", “Money’s Too Tight (To Mention)”, and “If You Don’t Know Me By Now”, Simply Red stand as one of Britain’s most iconic bands. Thu 27 August 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Cal Halbert – 100 Impressions In One Hour Cal Halbert - 100 Impressions In One Hour Comedy blackburn-empire-Cal Halbert - 100 Impressions In One Hour Cal Halbert is one of the UK's top all round entertainers, and the top comedy impressionist working the UK comedy circuit. Wed 21 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more

KEEP IN THE LOOP

Punk Icon John Lydon Brings Spoken Word Tour to Blackburn

Legendary punk icon John Lydon is bringing his acclaimed solo spoken word tour back for 2027, following overwhelming demand from fans.

Read all about it
blackburn-empire-Forever Clapton
Forever Clapton – A Celebration of a Guitar Legend

Fans of legendary blues and rock guitar are in for a treat when Forever Clapton arrives at the Blackburn Empire Theatre this April.

Read all about it
Happy Christmas from Blackburn Empire Theatre

A Christmas message from Blackburn Empire Theatre, thanking our audiences, performers, community groups, staff and award-winning volunteers - plus a record-breaking panto season

Read all about it
GOT A QUESTION
ACCESSIBILITY
BOOKING PROTECT
CONTACT US
FIND US
GIFT VOUCHERS
BE A FRIEND
DONATE

COMING SOON


Contact Us
Box Office Open Monday - Friday 10am to 1:00pm
Phone: 01254 685 500

Aqueduct Road
Blackburn
BB2 4HT

Find us on:

Facebook page opens in new windowX page opens in new windowYouTube page opens in new windowInstagram page opens in new windowMail page opens in new window
Join VIP Newsletter
Newsletter Form (#12)
© 2026 Blackburn Empire Theatre - Registered Charity: 508435 | All Rights Reserved
SquareCactus

Terms & Conditions |
Privacy Policy
Accessibility & Essential Companions |
Inclusivity and Diversity Policy
Volunteer Login

Supported by Blackburn Life

Go to Top