blackburn-empire-Strong Enough - Ultimate Tribute Concert to Cher

Strong Enough – Ultimate Tribute Concert to Cher

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Friday 13th June 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Get ready for an unforgettable evening, celebrating the global superstar and great female icon that is Cher.

Featuring all of the classic hits including Turn Back Time, I Found Someone, Believe, Strong Enough, Gypsies Tramps and thieves, her modern Abba remixes and many more.
This is one show-stopping dazzling extravaganza you do not want to miss!

This show will take you on a musical journey from the Dark Lady days, to the rocking 80’s perm days and the celebration disco hits as we TURN BACK TIME and celebrate the queen of pop and rock.

‘Strong enough’ features 25 smash hits, six decades of stardom and enough costume changes to cause a sequins shortage… With full live band and dancers, come along and experience the passion, the flair and the glitter!

 

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Thank ABBA for the Music

    MUSIC

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Saturday 8th February 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

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.

Featuring all of ABBA's greatest hits, including Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Take A Chance On Me, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! Knowing Me Knowing You, SOS, Fernando, Super Trouper and many more!

With stunning costumes, a 7-piece live band, interactive video projection, some tongue-in-cheek Swedish humour, and of course ABBA’s spectacular trademark harmonies – this is the ultimate feel-good party show!

ABBA and 70’s fancy dress optional…but encouraged!

★★★★★‘FABBATASTIC NIGHT OUT! – Times & Star
★★★★★ ‘THE BIGGEST PARTY WITH THE UK’S BEST ABBA TRIBUTE’ – The Sands Centre, Carlisle
★★★★★ ‘YOU WERE AMAZING!’ – The Sage Gateshead

 Disclaimer: Thank Abba For The Music is a tribute show and is not affiliated or endorsed by the original artist or management company.
 www.thankabbaforthemusic.co.uk

 

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The Benidorm Legends Show

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Friday 18th October 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Three Music Legends – Elvis Presley, Neil Diamond & Lionel Richie all in one night.
A triple tribute show featuring three of Benidorm’s finest and most popular tribute artistes, performing with a live six piece band here in the UK.
Gary Lee James as Elvis Presley, Ben Alexander as Neil Diamond & Marc Marcus as Lionel Richie.
These entertainers are award winners and seasoned professionals, having been seen on national television, with notable TV performances on ‘Stars in their Eyes’ and ‘Benidorm’ the series.

If you’ve been to Benidorm you already know the high standard and showmanship of these performers, if you haven’t then come and find out what you’ve been missing… 

With three Benidorm legends, a top-class band and amazing female vocalists this is a show not to be missed!!!

In association with Sinatra’s – Benidorm.

The Benidorm Legends Show™ is a registered trademark.All rights reserved.

 

blackburn-empire-Sound & Vision - A David Bowie Tribute Show

Sound & Vision – A David Bowie Tribute Show

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Friday 18th July 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Fasten your seatbelts – the Starman is here!!

‘Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie’ was
launched on what would have been Bowie’s 75th birthday in 2022.

While his career spanned five
decades, he maintained his relevance to both his long-term ardent fans and
younger emerging audiences. There has never been an artist that has offered
inspiration to so many people within the music industry. His songs still have
the ability to affect and influence
music lovers across the world.

What makes Sound & Vision so
special, is their note-perfect recreation of the legend himself and the iconic
musicians he loved to work with. The 7-piece band offers audiences a chance to
fully appreciate each complex nuance of his many, many songs. And they’re all
there… Ziggy Stardust, Life on Mars, Starman, All the Young Dudes, Rebel-Rebel,
China Girl… and so many more.

Chris Burke, has an unmatched vocal similarity to
Bowie. His vocal ability allows you to enjoy each song being performed as you’d
want them to be. Perfectly recreating his voice. Close your eyes… you’d think
he was in the room. But it’s not just about the vocals. The musicianship and
talent of the other band members is truly world class. The line-up includes
Jeff John (Lead Guitar), John Wilmott (Bass), Colin Elward (Keyboards), Simon
Harry (Rhythm Guitar), Gareth Addey (Drums) and Mike Davies (Saxophone).

The show is mesmerising with
lights and a wonderful soundscape, designed to stimulate all your senses… and
it includes a few surprises too. Suitable for all ages, and will have you
dancing in the aisles.

Celebrate David Bowie's amazing
music with us. It’ll be a memorable rock experience with the UK’s best
sound-alike Bowie show.

 

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Steptoe and Son – LIVE!

    COMEDY

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Thursday 24th April 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

You wouldn't think it was possible for this 'rag and boning' duo to still be at it after all this time, but here they are!

Albert is still a dirty old man and Harold is as pretentious as ever! Come and join Steptoe & Son for all the hilarious conflict that our four classic episodes have to offer! See your favourite moments from the smash hit BBC television series, being performed for you live on stage – just make sure you don't step in a present from Hercules the horse on your way in…

 

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STAX of SOUL – The Legacy Tour 2024

    MUSIC

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Saturday 26th October 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Step into Blackburn Empire Theatre for STAX of SOUL's triumphant return after their sold-out 40th Anniversary Tour at Darwen Library Theatre in 2023. Originating in Manchester in 1983, the band now embarks on their 2024 Legacy Tour, marking 41 years of pure musical brilliance and the onset of their fifth decade.
This powerhouse promises an extraordinary evening, paying homage to devoted fans whose support has fuelled their journey. Renowned for their vibrant brass section and electrifying performances, this legendary nine-piece band brings soul-stirring hits from Stax, Atlantic, Motown, and Northern Soul, paying tribute to luminaries like James Brown and The Blues Brothers.
Don't miss this iconic event! Join us at Blackburn Empire Theatre for the STAX of SOUL Legacy Tour 2024 as we celebrate the emergence of this enduring legacy! Tickets will vanish quickly, secure your spot early!
Features over 30 iconic and unforgettable soul classics such as ~ Get Ready ~ Higher and Higher ~ Tenderness ~ My Girl ~ Stand By Me ~ (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction ~ Give Me Just A Little More Time ~ The Snake ~ Gimme Some Lovin’ ~ Minnie The Moocher ~ Shake a Tail Feather ~ Hold On, I’m Comin’ ~ Soul Man ~ I Got You (I Feel Good) ~ Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag ~ In the Midnight Hour ~ It’s The Same Old Song ~ Stop Her On Sight ~ and many more.

 

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Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown

    COMEDY

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Saturday 14th June 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

After another SOLD OUT show Roy 'Chubby' Brown is back at The Empire.

50 plus years In Entertainment/Comedy, Roy Chubby Brown is still going strong, entertaining thousands and thousands of fans annually up and down the country, Roy is the undoubted King of Comedy.

Countless DVDs (30 plus), numerous books & cds, thousands of live shows in a career spanning the decades and millions of fans worldwide are still testimony to the fact that even in these on going crazy times of woke, cancellation, political correctness culture Roy is still the Best of the Best.

Come and join him for his 2025 tour plus support

NOT MEANT TO OFFEND IT'S SIMPLY COMEDY TOUR.

 

Roxette UK

    MUSIC

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Friday 7th February 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Bringing the arena sound of your favourite Swedish pop rockers – Roxette UK perform hits such as The Look, Joyride, Must Have Been Love, Dressed For Success, Fading Like A Flower, Dangerous, Crash Boom Bang, Almost Unreal and many more.

Featuring Libbi (Sweet Rebellion) as the late Marie Fredriksson and Matt Black (Fahran) as Per Gessle with an uncanny resemblance in looks and sound. This amazing live show takes you on a joyride through Roxette's career in the 80s and 90s, with thumping anthems and melodic ballads.

Jake Graham (Fahran) on guitar, Joe Lally (Invisible Idols) on bass, Andy Mapp (Katrina from Katrina & The Waves) complete the line up for an exciting live experience performed by seasoned musicians.