WHAT'S ON AT THE BLACKBURN EMPIRE THEATRE, BLACKBURN
What's On at the Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Most Popular Shows and Events at Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Sat 21 Nov 2026 - Sun 3 Jan 2027
What's On at the Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Buddy Holly and the Cricketers
Sunday 12 July 2026
Starring some of the finest actor-musicians in the UK whose combined West End credits include Buddy, Lennon, Forbidden Planet and Jailhouse Rock and endorsed as Britain's most popular Buddy Holly act when the boys guested on BBC One's Satu...
Les Misérables : School Edition
Friday 17 - Sunday 19 July 2026
Followingon from their two previous SOLD OUT productions of Disney's Frozen JR. in July2024, and Dreamworks Shrek JR. in March 2025, Lancashire based Performing ArtsSchool, Act One Beginners, are back for FIVE PERFORMANCES in 2026 with the...
We Will Rock You (Made For Stage UK)
Thursday 23 - Sunday 26 July 2026
WE WILL ROCK YOU - THE MUSICAL by QUEEN & Ben Elton presented by Lancashire musical theatre academy 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! ...
Elvis Remembered
Saturday 22 August 2026
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. Paul Molloy and The Memphis band bringing you a full two hour live show. ...
Simply Red Tribute: Holding Back The Years
Thursday 27 August 2026
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 Brita...
Heaven Can Wait - A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf
Friday 28 August 2026
Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf's greatest hits. Following a Sold Out tour of Spain in 2024, This showstopping concert launches across Europe in 2025. Featuring the incredible vocals of Lee B...
The Kilkennys
Wednesday 2 September 2026
Following a landmark year celebrating 25 years together, The Kilkennys return to the road in 2026 with a brand-new international tour. Fresh from the release of their acclaimed 25 Year Celebration album, a double release featuring 25 track...
Women in Rock
Friday 4 September 2026
Dance and sing along to this spectacular show celebrating 5 decades of the world's greatest female rock legends. From Quatro to Joplin, Cher to Turner, Pink to Blondie, Heart to Benatar, the set list is endless with one classic after anoth...
Ultimate 70s Show
Saturday 5 September 2026
The Ultimate 70s Show is a totally live tribute to the rock and pop idols of the 1970s, featuring the music of Slade, T. Rex, The Sweet, David Bowie, Suzi Quatro, Alice Cooper, Mott the Hoople and Queen to name but a few. It was the deca...
Forever Billy Joel
Sunday 6 September 2026
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! Celebrating the iconic songs and timeless hits of the legend...
ONE VOICE - The Music of Barry Manilow
Saturday 12 September 2026
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 musi...
Moments of Pleasure - The Ultimate Tribute to Kate Bush
Sunday 20 September 2026
Tribute band Moments Of Pleasure are considered by many to be the next best thing to listening to Kate Bush herself! This 5 piece band features the stunning vocals of Lisa-Marie Walters, as seen on BBC, ITV and heard on BBC 5 and various ...
This is DISCO
Thursday 24 September 2026
Grab your dancing shoes, flares and feather boas* as we take you on a whirlwind trip back to the 70s!Starring the sensational, world's greatest, LIVE Disco review - Uncle Funk. Famous globally for their electrifying performances and impecc...
Pete McCall - The Rod Stewart Songbook
Friday 25 September 2026
The Rod Stewart Songbook's spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to 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 M...
The UK Rock Show
Saturday 26 September 2026
Harder Rock Productions is proud to bring you 'The UK Rock Show'! Get ready to be transported back to the 80s heyday of classic rock, combining the feel of a rock festival with the atmosphere of a top-end rock arena tour. Expect fireworks,...
A Tribute to Sting & the Police - Starring the Rozzers
Sunday 27 September 2026
Fronted by Sting look and sound-a-like Owen James and his band 'The Rozzers', A Tribute to Sting & The Police is the most authentic Sting tribute in Europe. The band have performed all over the world for several years and now embark on the...
Celine - My Heart Will Go On
Thursday 1 October 2026
Experience the ultimate Celine Dion tribute concert with Carlton Entertainments' My Heart Will Go On, a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time, the Queen of Power Ballads. Taking audiences ...
STRONG ENOUGH - Ultimate Tribute Concert to Cher
Thursday 1 - Thursday 22 October 2026
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...
Total REX
Saturday 3 October 2026
Total REX is a sensational show capturing the rock sound of Marc Bolan and T. Rex - a must-see for all Bolan, Glam Rock, and 70s music fans alike. The show features all of T. Rex's biggest hits from the 1970s, along with fan-favourite albu...
Reflections - The Musical Legacy of Diana Ross
Sunday 4 October 2026
Get ready to celebrate the incredible legacy of the one and only Diana Ross! This iconic diva has not only dominated the music scene but has also inspired generations with her powerful voice, stunning performances, and fabulous style! Hai...
Choose George: Celebrating George Michael
Thursday 8 October 2026
With the production now in its third year, CHOOSE GEORGE - Celebrating George Michael continues to amaze fans throughout the UK and Europe. The show features early Wham! hits right through to George Michael's later songs, all performed per...
DS:UK - Tribute to Dire Straits
Friday 9 October 2026
"DSUK... in tribute to Dire Straits" began touring in 2016 and quickly became regarded as *the definitive* tribute band among Dire Straits fans with their unsurpassed attention to musical detail, the humour, fun, and interesting history th...
The Searchers Experience Show - Starring Spencer James
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Spencer James has been lead vocalist and guitarist with Sixties legends The Searchers for 37 years, prior to their retirement in 2019. Touring with his own band, The Spencer James Band, during the interim, Spencer and the rest of The Searc...
Johnny Cash Roadshow
Thursday 15 October 2026
The only show to be endorsed by the Cash Family, the Johnny Cash Roadshow is simply the biggest and best celebration of Johnny Cash in the world today. Award winning front man, Clive John, dedicates this year to a 50th anniversary tour of ...
Man of the World - The Music of Peter Green
Friday 16 October 2026
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 ca...
Wonders of Our Universe
Wednesday 28 October 2026
A wonderful show of inspiring family entertainment for all ages with a stunning soundtrack and live presenter. Immerse yourself in an evening of exploration, each second meticulously crafted to produce a visually stunning and emotionally c...
Sound & Vision - A tribute to David Bowie
Thursday 29 October 2026
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 and their note-perfect recreation of the legend himself, and the iconic musicians ...
It's A Beautiful Noise - The Definitive Neil Diamond Tribute
Friday 30 October 2026
Celebrating an incredible 10 years of touring and over 750 spellbinding performances, It's A Beautiful Noise returns with this internationally acclaimed production that promises to captivate like never before. This fully revamped stage sh...
Voodoo Room - Tribute to Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton & Cream
Friday 6 November 2026
Paying tribute to some of the greatest names in rock history, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Cream, Voodoo Room are a stunning power-trio featuring some of the UK's finest musicians. Members of the band have played with Massive Attack, Be...
Aladdin
Saturday 21 November 2026 - Sunday 3 January 2027
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 particip...
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Most Popular Shows and Events at Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Sat 21 Nov 2026 - Sun 3 Jan 2027
