Happy Birthday Elvis with Paul Molloy Music 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 The Cavern Beat Club starring The Fabs Music Within minutes of this show starting, you'll know exactly why 'beat' groups dominated the pop music scene in the 1960s. Fri 12 March 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more Aladdin – Blackburn Christmas Pantomime 2026 Family Dust off your flying carpet and take a trip to Twankey’s Laundry as Tom Rolfe Productions return to the Blackburn Empire Theatre for an adventure like no other – bursting with comedy, chaos, a magical Genie, and plenty of audience participation, as well as all the usual panto fun Lancashire audiences love year after year!More fun. Sat 21 November 2026 // 1:30 pm Find out more Forever Billy Joel Music Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as Phil Mountford, multi award-winning film composer and renowned performer, leads the sensational Forever Billy Joel tribute show! Sun 06 September 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Golden Oldies Rock and Roll Show Music The Golden Oldies Rock and Roll Show is a new show brought to you by the Billy Fury Meets Elvis Presley production team.The show takes you through the years from the 50s to the 60s with classic songs from Ricky Nelson, Roy Orbison, Billy Fury, Elvis, The Drifters, Cliff Richard, Marty Wilde and many more.A fabulous... Mon 27 July 2026 // 2:00 pm Find out more Bon Jovi Forever Music One Wild Night Tour The only Bon Jovi tribute show you need to see! Sat 27 March 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more Dolly Forever Music “Dolly Forever” isn’t just a show – it is a celebration of one of the world’s biggest stars. Wed 23 September 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more ALL NIGHT LONG – The Greatest Hits of Lionel Richie Music “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 Find out more It's A Beautiful Noise with Fisher Stevens - The Neil Diamond tribute Music 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 Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green Music Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac. Fri 16 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more ABBA MIA – The Mamma Mia! Tribute starring Kerry Katona Music KERRY KATONA stars in ‘ABBA MIA’ - The greatest party in the West End comes to you with the UK’s No.1 tribute to Mamma Mia! Thu 04 June 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Tommy & Tilly’s Magic Castle: A Spooktacular Pantomime Family A spooktacular half-term adventure for all the family. Sun 01 November 2026 // 1:00 pm Find out more Patience Music 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 DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT Music 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 Find out more Legends of Motown Music 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 Club 80s Live – The UK’s Biggest Eighties Experience! Music The UK’s Biggest Eighties Experience! Sat 10 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Johnny Cash Roadshow: The Prison Years Tour Music This year Johnny Cash Roadshow invites you to step into the raw and gritty world of Johnny Cash's prison era with their electrifying show that has captivated audiences for two decades. Thu 15 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Adult Panto: Puss & Dick! Comedy 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 13 February 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more ONE VOICE – The Music of Barry Manilow Music 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 Find out more Pinked Floyd Music 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 GO on Tour Show Variety Go On Tour – Golden Oldies are bringing their widely acclaimed variety programme back ‘home’ to the Empire.Join the highly talented, fun-loving, plucky pensioners for an afternoon performance of song, dance and comedy. Mon 01 June 2026 // 2:00 pm Find out more DESPERADOS: The Music & Legacy of Eagles Music Prepare to be transported back to the golden era of classic West Coast rock as Desperados faithfully captures the essence and spirit of EAGLES. Thu 03 September 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream Music 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 Forever Springsteen - The Ultimate Bruce Springsteen Tribute Music 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 Music 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 Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band Celebrate The Iconic Music of Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell Music 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 Find out more Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie Music Fasten your seatbelts – the Starman is here!! Thu 29 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Total REX Music 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 Desperate Scousewives Comedy Get ready for a riotous, fast-paced comedy following the lives of three loud, no-nonsense Liverpool women and one nervous newcomer, all navigating life, love, loyalty, and lipstick on a tightly knit street. Wed 03 June 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Let's Dance 2026 from Chantelle’s Dance Academy Academy Chantelle’s Dance Academy brings you a variety of dance styles performed by dancers ages 2+.The children from this fully inclusive school display their love of dance as they take to the stage and perform routines to all genres of music.  Sun 14 June 2026 // 11:00 am Find out more

Simply Red Tribute: Holding Back The Years Music 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 Folk Rock Pioneers Steeleye Span In Concert Music 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 Aladdin – Blackburn Christmas Pantomime 2026 Family Dust off your flying carpet and take a trip to Twankey’s Laundry as Tom Rolfe Productions return to the Blackburn Empire Theatre for an adventure like no other – bursting with comedy, chaos, a magical Genie, and plenty of audience participation, as well as all the usual panto fun Lancashire audiences love year after year!More fun. Sat 21 November 2026 // 1:30 pm Find out more DESPERADOS: The Music & Legacy of Eagles Music Prepare to be transported back to the golden era of classic West Coast rock as Desperados faithfully captures the essence and spirit of EAGLES. Thu 03 September 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more VIVA LA VIDA - The Greatest Hits Of Coldplay Music “Absolute Paradise for Coldplay Fans”The closest thing you will see to Coldplay anywhere on the planet!VIVA LA VIDA – The Greatest Hits of Coldplay is a truly authentic tribute celebration of the British hitmakers' iconic 25-year career.With a sensational live band and a truly charismatic frontman, this show features the closest lookalike to Chris Martin... Sat 18 April 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Spice Party – Celebrating 30 Years of the Spice Girls Music Get ready to Spice Up Your Life! Fri 09 July 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Northern Swing Orchestra - A Tribute to Glenn Miller Music Get In The Mood for an unforgettable evening of big band classics as The Northern Swing Orchestra return to Blackburn Empire Theatre. Sun 11 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Nashville Live Music 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 DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT Music 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 Find out more Katie Hopkins: Free Range Comedy Come and join your family on the road for another cracking evening out with British funny woman, Katie Hopkins. Wed 27 May 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more John Lydon Variety He’s a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. Wed 14 April 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more Just Tina Music 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 The Sounds of Philadelphia and Motown Show - Starring Roy G. Hemmings Music 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 ABBA MIA – The Mamma Mia! Tribute starring Kerry Katona Music KERRY KATONA stars in ‘ABBA MIA’ - The greatest party in the West End comes to you with the UK’s No.1 tribute to Mamma Mia! Thu 04 June 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Reflections - the Musical Legacy of Diana Ross Music Get ready to celebrate the incredible legacy of the one and only Diana Ross! Sun 04 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Opera Boys – The Farewell Tour starring Paul Potts Music The powerhouse classical-crossover sensation The Opera Boys are thrilled to announce their final tour, featuring the world-renowned tenor and very first winner of Britain’s Got Talent, Paul Potts. Wed 07 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Golden Oldies Rock and Roll Show Music The Golden Oldies Rock and Roll Show is a new show brought to you by the Billy Fury Meets Elvis Presley production team.The show takes you through the years from the 50s to the 60s with classic songs from Ricky Nelson, Roy Orbison, Billy Fury, Elvis, The Drifters, Cliff Richard, Marty Wilde and many more.A fabulous... Mon 27 July 2026 // 2:00 pm Find out more The Cavern Beat Club starring The Fabs Music Within minutes of this show starting, you'll know exactly why 'beat' groups dominated the pop music scene in the 1960s. Fri 12 March 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more DanceSyndrome presents EXPRESS ’26 Dance DanceSyndrome presents EXPRESS ’26 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. Thu 11 June 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Jive Talkin' perform the Bee Gees Music 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 The Rod Stewart Songbook Music 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 Buddy Holly & The Cricketers Music The Rock ’n’ Roll Legends Show 34 Years of Rock ’n’ Rolling the World — on TV, Radio & In Venues Worldwide “Buddy brilliant!” – Graham Norton, BBC One For more than three decades, this sensational show has Rock ’n’ Rolled audiences on TV, radio and in theatres and outdoor venues across the globe —... Sun 12 July 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Celine - My Heart Will Go On Music 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 BEAUTIFUL TRAUMA - The Ultimate Live P!nk Experience Music Featuring Stacy Green as P!nk! Fri 24 September 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more The Freddie & QUEEN Experience Music 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. Sat 17 October 2026 // 7:30 pm Find out more Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream Music 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 D-Day Darlings – VICTORIOUS Variety 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 Patience Music 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 Tease - the Ultimate Burlesque & Cabaret Experience Variety Step into the world of "Tease" – the ultimate burlesque and cabaret experience where sensuality and unadulterated fun collide to create an unforgettable evening. Fri 05 February 2027 // 7:30 pm Find out more Let's Dance 2026 from Dancesteps Productions Academy Join us for an unforgettable day of entertainment with both a matinee and evening performance, bringing together dazzling routines and show-stopping numbers inspired by some of the world’s best-loved musicals and iconic performances. Sat 06 June 2026 // 2:00 pm Find out more

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