Sh!t-faced Shakespeare – A Midsummer Night’s Dream

    COMEDY

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Thursday 3rd October 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

This year, Sh!t-faced Shakespeare® are
pouring their legendary cock-eyed chaos into the Bard-shaped vessel that is A
Midsummer Night’s Dream. Think drunken donkeys, fandangled fairies and mullered
mechanicals… it’s hard to imagine anything more magical, right?

Each night, a rotating cast
member will get genuinely spiffingly splifficated and attempt to perform A
Midsummer Night’s Dream as you have never seen before. Making for a different
show every night, nobody (not even the cast) knows in which direction the show
will stumble. Come and get fuddled in the forest with us!

13 years ago, Sh!t-faced Shakespeare® set out on
the world's longest bar crawl and have been staggering from theatre to theatre
ever since. From Edinburgh to Australia, Boston to Southend, this bunch of
irreverent drama queens have been shaking up The Bard, performing to sell-out
crowds and most importantly, making people roar with laughter ever since.

Sh!t-faced Shakespeare® seek to
remind theatregoers that life is brighter when you are being stupid.

 

Rock On Tommy

    VARIETY

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Wednesday 30th October 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

He's a national treasure who became a
household name as one half of Cannon & BallTommy Cannon played the
straight man to the late Bobby Ball as the double
act dominated prime-time TV for more than a decade.

An actor, singer and
comic, Tommy has lived an extraordinary life – most recently being lauded by
rock star 
Robbie Williams, at a sell-out
concert in Manchester.

Now he's returning to
the stage in Rock On, Tommy, a variety show
featuring clips, incredible stories, tons of laughter, audience Q&As and
more. Fans can meet the man who has provided laughter to millions since
debuting in 1968 on the talent
show Opportunity Knocks.

 

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Pinked Floyd

    MUSIC

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Saturday 26th April 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

The Northwest's premier Pink Floyd tribute band are delighted to return to the Empire Theatre, Blackburn, one of their favourite venues. They offer an engaging and energetic performance celebrating the magical music of Pink Floyd. A stunning light and video show complement their exciting and amazingly accurate performance of music spanning the entire output of the Floyd, with a selection of tracks from nearly all the albums represented in the 2½-hour set. All your favourites are featured, and maybe a couple of less familiar tracks for the real aficionado.

Some reactions to recent shows:
“Blown away by this band. Professional and talented on the next level!! I've sound engineered touring bands for many years and not many bands grab my attention the way these guys did.” (James)
“I've seen a number of Pink Floyd tribute bands over the years and I can honestly say that Pinked Floyd are by far the best. Never have I seen a group full of SUCH incredibly talented musicians, a lead guitarist that's so good you can't take your eyes off him and a singer so unbelievably good you can't breathe…Pinked Floyd you nailed it!” (Joe Max)
“My heroes will never be forgotten as long as you are on the stage and that’s from a 68-year-old roadie of the original PF! You are another brick in the wall!" (David Larkin, former PF roadie)

 

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Nearly Elton – The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John

    MUSIC

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Saturday 1st February 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Nearly Elton – The Ultimate Tribute Show to Elton John 

Experience the ultimate Elton John tribute Concert . Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time. Starring Lee Brady as Elton and an outstanding full live band. 

This phenomenal production is an exciting, heartfelt concert that has been described as “a powerhouse performance that delivers on every level…” 

Taking audiences on a magical ride through five decades of hits that include: Rocketman, Your Song, I'm Still Standing, Candle In The Wind, Sacrifice, I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues and many more…

For More Information:

www.nearlyelton.co.uk

www.facebook.com/nearlyelton

 

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Oh What a Night!

    MUSIC

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Saturday 2nd November 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

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 classics such as Sherry, Let’s Hang On, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, December 63 (Oh What A Night), Bye Bye Baby, Who Loves You and many, many more.

With a repertoire which needs no introduction, OH! WHAT A NIGHT combines infectious personalities, amazing vocals, slick harmonies and even slicker dance moves to deliver a show full of energy and nostalgia which will leave you wanting more!

Don’t miss the ultimate celebration of one of the world’s greatest Rock & Roll bands!

 

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Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green

    MUSIC

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Friday 21st February 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder
of the original Fleetwood Mac. Guitarist Remi Harris will be joined by
vocalist Dave Small, bassist Tom Moore and Shane Dixon on drums to
perform music from throughout Peter Green's career. Including such
classics as Man Of The World, Black Magic Woman, Need Your Love So Bad,
Albatross and The Green Manalishi (With The Two Prong Crown).

 

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Murder : Staged

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Thursday 13th February 2025 at 7:30pm


by Crime Viral for one night only

Following the success of Crime Viral's sell out UK serial killer tour – research psychologist and psychopathy expert Cheish Merryweather will be bringing to the stage for the very first time MURDER:STAGED.

"So you think you could get away with murder?"


The 'CSI effect' has created a new type of killer – one that is forensically aware and is out to mislead an investigation. This evening will explore the lies embedded in crime scenes and share the expertise from those who dig deep for the truth. You will investigate the five types of stagers: The Planner, The Creator, The Cleaner, The Concealer, The Inflictor.

Featuring forensics, reconstructed real-life crime scene walk-throughs and a deep dive into cases that have not been seen on stage live before. This is an unmissable evening for any true crime fan.

Including everyone’s favourite part… a live psychopath test too!

 

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Legends of Motown

    MUSIC

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Friday 21st March 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

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. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the show pays tribute to the legendary artists that appeared on the Motown label at that time.

Get ready to be wowed with a song list that won’t fail to have you up and out of your seats and dancing in the aisles. Make it a night to remember with the music authentic to the Motown label from artists such as Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Temptations, Jimmy Ruffin and many more!

★★★★★
“The show is well executed with a fiery setlist – not a single seat was down by the end of the night as they had everyone dancing in the aisles.”

★★★★★
“They had so much energy that flowed through to the audience, with amazing vocals that are perfectly accompanied by an extremely high quality band.”

 

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Johnny Cash Roadshow

    MUSIC

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Saturday 19th October 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Only show to be endorsed by
the Cash Family
!
The Johnny Cash Roadshow is back and better than ever. Award winning Clive John pays homage to Cash’s
career as the Man In Black, alongside his iconic wife June Carter (Meghan
Thomas) and a genuine top of the league band playing double bass, fender
telecaster and acoustic guitars, drums, piano, trumpet and four part vocal
harmonies. Delivering all the hits such as Walk the Line, Ring of
Fire, Jackson, Orange Blossom Special and Boy Named Sue along-side some of the
darker more atmospheric songs from the later American Recordings such as Hurt, this
year’s show is an emotional roller-coaster through Cash’s career, packed
together in one fantastic unforgettable evening’s entertainment.  

With
standing ovations every night, Johnny Cash Roadshow is the longest
running, most recognised and still the biggest and best celebration
of Johnny Cash in the world today guaranteed to leave you wanting
more.