FAMILY
Friday 15th January 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
A very special evening to celebrate the re-opening of the theatre will be hosted by double act Two Men Without Assistance and they couldn’t be happier to be back on stage!
MUSIC
Friday 22nd January 2021 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!
This show has been postponed. We'll be announcing a new date as soon as possible.
MUSIC
Saturday 23rd January 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement, but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title as they recently celebrated their 40th anniversary.
This show has been postponed. We'll be announcing a new date as soon as possible.
MUSIC
Saturday 30th January 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Julia Martin presents ‘Steamy Windows’ a tribute to the undisputed Queen of Rock’ Miss Tina Turner.
MUSIC
Saturday 13th February 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
BON JOVI FOREVER – The only Bon Jovi tribute show you need to see!A high energy, electric packed show guaranteed to raise your hands.
MUSIC
Friday 19th February 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Celebrating some of the finest female artists of all time, featuring Cher, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Shania Twain, Annie Lennox, Gloria Estefan, Blondie, Katy Perry, Adele, Abba and Bananarama.
FAMILY
Sat 20th February at 1:00pm & Sat 20th February 2021 at 5:00pm
by Tom Rolfe Productions - 2 shows to choose from.
Take a socially distanced stroll down the yellow brick road this February and join Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman and Lion for the ultimate half term treat for all the family.Brought to you by the same team that brought Sleeping Beauty and Mother Goose to The Empire in previous years.
MUSIC
Friday 5th March 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Join the UK’s favourite tribute act Re-Take That for the ultimate Take That party night with a live and fully interactive sing-a-long experience.
MUSIC
Saturday 13th March 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Pinked Floyd, the Northwest's premier Floyd tribute band, return to the Blackburn Empire Theatre with a bigger and better spectacle than seen before!
VARIETY
Monday 22nd March 2021 at 2:00pm
For one night only
Rescheduled show (Original date Monday 20 April 2020) – All tickets from the original show are valid for the new date.
DANCE
Sunday 28th March 2021 at 3:00pm
For one night only
Straight from his Directorial and Choreographic debut at Sadler’s Wells, London, BBC Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Neil Jones presents his brand new live dance show, GINGERLAND.
MUSIC
Friday 9th April 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Formed by Coldplay fans, for Coldplay fans, Coldplace are a tribute band whose quality and experience on the tribute scene are second to none.
FAMILY
Sun 11th April at 1:00pm & Sun 11th April 2021 at 5:00pm
by Tom Rolfe Productions - 2 shows to choose from.
Rescheduled from Sunday 18th April 2020.
MUSIC
Friday 16th April 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Celebrating some of the greatest rock music of all time, Rock Anthems brings together a host of massive rock songs written by some of the world’s biggest bands. Classic hits such as Sultan Of Swing, Bohemian Rhapsody, Another Brick In The Wall, Sweet Child O’ Mine, Smoke On The Water and Purple Haze guarantee to have you singing along, stomping your feet and reaching for your air guitar.
MUSIC
Saturday 17th April 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
100% LIVE SHOW FEATURING PETE McCALL AS ROD STEWART WITH A 5 PIECE BAND.
MUSIC
Thursday 22nd April 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
This show was orginally postponed from Friday 17 April 2020 – All tickets for the original date are valid for this new date.Tickets £20 Following his recent appearances with Lionel Richie himself on ITV’s ‘Sunday Night At The Palladium’ and the ‘Graham Norton Show’ for the BBC, Malcolm Pitt delivers a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in this high octane show celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores.
MUSIC
Friday 23rd April 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Get ready for an unforgettable evening, celebrating the global superstar and great female icon that is Cher.
VARIETY
Wednesday 28th April 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Remarkably compelling, amazingly detailed and always humorous. The popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eyes and Psychic Academy, Tony Stockwell has a long established credibility as one of the top Intuitive Mediums and has shared the stage all round the world with international mediums such as Colin Fry, James van Praagh and Lisa Williams.
MUSIC
Thursday 29th April 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Rescheduled show (Original date Saturday 02 May 2020) – All tickets from the original show are valid for the new date.
MUSIC
Friday 30th April 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Direct from a weeklong run in London’s West End at the Vaudeville Theatre, a SOLD OUT Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back!
VARIETY
From Mon 10th May 2021 to Sat 15th May 2021
by Blackburn Musical Theatre Company - 7 shows to choose from.
This show has been postponed due to Covid-19 from the original show date 11-16 May 2020.
MUSIC
Thursday 27th May 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Moved from Fri 29-May-20 to Thu 27-May-21.
MUSIC
Friday 4th June 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
The complete Michael Bublé Show. The Sound.
MUSIC
Saturday 5th June 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Welcome to The George Michael Story ‘FREEDOM’ Tour 2021 – featuring Steve Mitchell, alongside a full live band with video screens supporting the show, including footage of George and interviews with the man himself.The only truly accurate tribute to George Michael as seen on BBC & ITV.This touring show performs George Michael’s hits in chronological order.
MUSIC
Friday 11th June 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
THE HOUGHTON WEAVERS have been entertaining folk now for 45 years with their unique blend of popular folk music, humour and audience participation.
DANCE
Sunday 20th June 2021 at 2:30pm
For one night only
strictly theatre co presents Ian Waite and Vincent Simone – The Ballroom Boys…Act TwoThe Ballroom Boys double act Ian Waite and Vincent Simone are set to return in 2021 with a brand new show – Ian Waite and Vincent Simone….ACT TWO, after the roaring success of their 5 star rated 2019 tour!
MUSIC
Saturday 14th August 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
**This is the new date from the postponed show on Saturday 15 August 2020 at 7.30pm.
MUSIC
Friday 3rd September 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
King Of Pop is led by the world’s greatest Michael Jackson tribute artist ‘Navi’, with his incredible live band and dancers. Navi is the only tribute artist ever to be chosen by Michael Jackson himself.
MUSIC
Saturday 4th September 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
When we were young we’d listen to the radio, waiting for our favourite songs.
MUSIC
Thursday 9th September 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
**This is the new date from the postponed show on 01 February 2020 and 01 August 2020.
MUSIC
Friday 10th September 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Following their phenomenally successful recent tour, which included dates at London’s Royal Albert Hall and arenas around the UK, The Drifters are back on tour with a brand-new show performing all their classic hits from the last six decades.
MUSIC
Saturday 18th September 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
You wanted the best?
VARIETY
Thursday 30th September 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
This show has been postponed due to Covid-19 from the original show date 03 September 2020.
MUSIC
Friday 1st October 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
The Temple Brothers, the UKs No.1 Tribute to The Everly Brothers are proud to announce the return of their Theatre Show, produced by themselves.
MUSIC
Saturday 16th October 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Andy Fairweather Low came to prominence as the lead singer in Amen Corner and the 60s saw them clock up hit after pop hit.
VARIETY
Monday 18th October 2021 at 2:00pm
For one night only
Moved from Mon 19-Oct-20 to Mon 18-Oct-21.
MUSIC
Friday 22nd October 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
THE CAVERN BEATLES | Moved from Fri 30-Oct-20 to Fri 22-Oct-21.
MUSIC
Friday 29th October 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Europe's Most Explosive Tribute to Rock Legends AC/DC Following the unprecedented and stellar success of AC/DC's own Rock or Bust worldwide tour; emulating the genuine outfit is no small task.
MUSIC
Saturday 30th October 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
The “SOUND OF SPRINGSTEEN”, take to the stage this year after 2 years of getting the show together for this tour.
MUSIC
Saturday 6th November 2021 at 7:30pm
For one night only
THE NEW JERSEY BOYS | Moved from Sat 17-Oct-20 to Sat 06-Nov-21.
FAMILY
From Sat 27th November 2021 to Fri 31st December 2021
by Pendle Productions - 20 shows to choose from.
A Purr-fect Family Pantomime Following last year's record breaking run of "Aladdin", Pendle Productions are delighted to be returning to the Blackburn Empire once again.
MUSIC
Friday 28th January 2022 at 7:30pm
For one night only
“If you like music and guitars you will LOVE this show!” We all love a bit of guitar wielding in a song, it’s iconic, soulful and – oh what a beautiful instrument!
COMEDY
Friday 18th February 2022 at 7:30pm
For one night only
They’re back again!
MUSIC
Saturday 5th March 2022 at 7:30pm
For one night only
From the producers of UK Pink Floyd Experience.
MUSIC
Friday 25th March 2022 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Whitesnake UK play tribute to the very best of David Coverdale's Whitesnake.
MUSIC
Saturday 26th March 2022 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Moved from Fri 06-Nov-20 to Sat 26-Mar-21.
MUSIC
Saturday 4th June 2022 at 7:30pm
For one night only
Rescheduled from Friday 24th April 2020.