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
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 Britai...
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 Br...
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 tracks...
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 anothe...
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 decad...
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 legenda...
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 music...
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 B...
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 impecca...
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 Mc...
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 thei...
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 o...
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 album...
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! Haili...
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 perf...
DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits ON anoTHEr NIGHT
Friday 9 October 2026
DS:UK - The ON anoTHEr NIGHT TOUR - 20261991 brought us the final Dire Straits album - On Every Street - and wascommemorated by an enormous 2 year world tour that was one of theirmost successful to date. In On Every Street, Mark created som...
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 Search...
The Johnny Cash Roadshow: The Prison Years Tour
Thursday 15 October 2026
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. Set on a Folsom Prison style stage, this production bri...
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 car...
Tits Up
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Three women. Three lives. One fight! Tina is a devoted mother, Rachel, a career-driven businesswoman, and Rosie, a rebellious young spirit. They couldn't be more different. But when breast cancer brings them together, they find strength, la...
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 ch...
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 h...
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, Ben...
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 participa...
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Most Popular Shows and Events at Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Sat 21 Nov 2026 - Sun 3 Jan 2027
