Blackburn Empire Theatre

Blackburn Empire Theatre A fantastic friendly theatre for the community of Blackburn and beyond - run mainly by volunteers.
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Big names. Big value. Big laughs. All for just £7.50. 😂🎤Empire Comedy Club July 2026Thursday 2 July 2026, 8:00pmTickets ...
16/06/2026

Big names. Big value. Big laughs. All for just £7.50. 😂🎤

Empire Comedy Club July 2026
Thursday 2 July 2026, 8:00pm
Tickets £7.50
Strictly 18+
https://blackburnempire.com/show/empire-comedy-club-july-2026/

The Empire Comedy Club returns to Blackburn Empire Theatre with another brilliant night of stand-up from Plane Comedy.

Your host for the evening is Colin Manford, one of the North West’s strongest compères - warm, quick and fearless with a room.

On the bill are multi-award-winning comedian, writer and broadcaster Rachel Creeger, Manchester-based stand-up Jack Kelly, and headliner Daliso Chaponda - Britain’s Got Talent finalist, Golden Buzzer act and one of the sharpest comedy voices on the circuit.

Four acts. One great night. Tickets just £7.50.

Please note: Strictly 18+. Line-ups are always subject to change.

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Colin Manford Rachel Creeger Comedian/Writer/Director Jack Kelly Comedy Daliso Chaponda Comedy

Family fun by day. Big Boy chaos by night. Tiny Tim's Adventures is doing both at Blackburn Empire! 😂🎤Tiny Tim’s Family ...
16/06/2026

Family fun by day. Big Boy chaos by night. Tiny Tim's Adventures is doing both at Blackburn Empire! 😂🎤

Tiny Tim’s Family Adventure
Sunday 26 September 2027, 2:00pm
Tickets £14.00
https://blackburnempire.com/show/tiny-tims-family-adventure/

Tiny Tim’s Stand Up Adventure
Sunday 26 September 2027, 7:30pm
Tickets £25.00
Strictly 16+
https://blackburnempire.com/show/tiny-tims-stand-up-adventure/

With over 250 million views and more than 10 million fans worldwide, chances are you have already seen the hilarious moments from Tiny Tim’s Adventures online.

Now you can experience Tiny Tim LIVE. ON STAGE. IN PERSON.

The 2:00pm Family Adventure is the fun one for everyone - big laughs, silly jokes and maybe even some live calls, all suitable for the whole family.

Then at 7:30pm, it is time for the Big Boys version - a much cheekier, strictly 16+ stand-up adventure packed with live calls, adult humour and proper Tiny Tim chaos.

Please note the evening show includes moderate swearing, adult material and sexual references.

Pick your adventure - or make a full Tiny Tim day of it!

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They packed the Empire before - now Sugar Pie Honey Bunch are back for 2027! 🎙️✨NEW SHOW ON SALE NOWSugar Pie Honey Bunc...
16/06/2026

They packed the Empire before - now Sugar Pie Honey Bunch are back for 2027! 🎙️✨

NEW SHOW ON SALE NOW

Sugar Pie Honey Bunch
Friday 10 September 2027, 7:30pm
Tickets £31.50
https://blackburnempire.com/show/sugar-pie-honey-bunch-2/

After another packed show at Blackburn Empire Theatre, Sugar Pie Honey Bunch return with a world-class celebration of The Four Tops and the golden era of Motown.

Performed by the incredible vocal group Soul Satisfaction, this live concert brings powerful vocals, tight harmonies and high-stepping dance routines to some of the biggest songs in soul and Motown history.

Expect Reach Out, Baby I Need Your Loving, Walk Away Renee, Same Old Song, Loco in Acapulco, Standing In the Shadows, Bernadette and more.

Plus classics from The Temptations, Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, Marvin Gaye, Ben E. King and many more Motown and soul legends.

Reach out and get ready - because here they come! 🎶

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The 90s called. They want your Saturday night back. 📞✨NEW SHOW ON SALE NOWThat's So 90s!Saturday 10 April 2027, 7:30pmTi...
15/06/2026

The 90s called. They want your Saturday night back. 📞✨

NEW SHOW ON SALE NOW

That's So 90s!
Saturday 10 April 2027, 7:30pm
Tickets £21.50
https://blackburnempire.com/show/thats-so-90s/

It’s time to zig-a-zig-ah your way into the weekend with the ultimate 90s nostalgia party at Blackburn Empire Theatre.

Fire up your Nokia, lace up those platforms and get ready for a full-on throwback night packed with pop anthems, boyband bangers and all the songs you still know every word to.

From The Spice Girls and Britney to Take That and the Backstreet Boys, That’s So 90s is a time machine back to the wildest decade ever.

Dress up, dance and sing like it’s 1999. 💃🕺

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Before stadium tours, streaming and superstar DJs, there was Rock ’n’ Roll - and these are the songs that started it all...
15/06/2026

Before stadium tours, streaming and superstar DJs, there was Rock ’n’ Roll - and these are the songs that started it all. 🎸🔥

NEW SHOW ON SALE NOW

Class of ’55 - The History of Rock ’n’ Roll
Saturday 23 January 2027, 7:30pm
Tickets £30.50
https://blackburnempire.com/show/class-of-55/

Take a journey back to the birth of Rock ’n’ Roll in this spectacular documentary concert celebrating the artists who changed music forever.

Featuring the music, stories and cultural impact of Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis, The Big Bopper, Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley and more, this show brings the soundtrack of the 1950s vividly to life.

With outstanding performers Spencer Jordan and Peter Gill, incredible sound, spectacular lighting and a full audio-visual production, this is far more than a tribute show.

The songs. The stories. The legends.

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Extra seats have been released - this is already selling fast. 👀✨An evening with David Holt Medium Friday 2 October 2026...
15/06/2026

Extra seats have been released - this is already selling fast. 👀✨

An evening with David Holt Medium
Friday 2 October 2026, 7:30pm
Tickets £25.00
https://blackburnempire.com/show/an-evening-with-esoteric-medium-david-holt/

Join international esoteric medium David Holt for a unique evening of clairvoyance live on stage at Blackburn Empire Theatre.

No two evenings are ever the same, with David known for sharing names, dates and details during his live events.

Whether you are a believer, curious, or coming with friends for a very different night out, this promises to be an intriguing supernatural experience.

Extra seats have now been released - book early!

14/06/2026

Fasten your seatbelts, Blackburn - the Starman is landing at the Empire. ⚡🎸

Sound & Vision - A Tribute To David Bowie
Thursday 29 October 2026, 7:30pm
Tickets £25.00
https://blackburnempire.com/show/sound-vision-a-tribute-to-david-bowie/

Celebrate the music, style and genius of David Bowie with Sound & Vision, a stunning 7-piece tribute show packed with iconic songs and world-class musicianship.

Expect Ziggy Stardust, Life on Mars, Starman, All the Young Dudes, Rebel Rebel, China Girl and many more, performed with the sound, detail and energy Bowie fans will love.

With Chris Burke’s remarkable vocal similarity, a full live band, lights, surprises and a powerful soundscape, this is a proper night out for Bowie fans of all ages.

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The Piano Man is coming to Blackburn - and this one is packed with songs everybody knows. 🎹🎶Forever Billy Joel - Tribute...
14/06/2026

The Piano Man is coming to Blackburn - and this one is packed with songs everybody knows. 🎹🎶

Forever Billy Joel - Tribute Show
Sunday 6 September 2026, 7:30pm
Tickets £26.50
https://blackburnempire.com/show/forever-billy-joel/

Get ready for a night of timeless hits, big singalong moments and classic Billy Joel nostalgia.

Led by Phil Mountford, multi award-winning film composer and renowned performer, Forever Billy Joel celebrates the music and spirit of one of the greatest songwriters of all time.

Expect Piano Man, Uptown Girl, New York State of Mind, Scenes from an Italian Restaurant, We Didn’t Start the Fire, Just the Way You Are and many more.

Whether you are a lifelong fan or just love a brilliant night of live music, this is a Sunday night made for singing, swaying and remembering just how good these songs are.

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Irish music fans, this is your midweek excuse for a proper live night out. ☘️🎶The Kilkennys Wednesday 2 September 2026, ...
13/06/2026

Irish music fans, this is your midweek excuse for a proper live night out. ☘️🎶

The Kilkennys
Wednesday 2 September 2026, 7:30pm
Tickets £24.50
https://blackburnempire.com/show/the-kilkennys/

Following a landmark year celebrating 25 years together, The Kilkennys return to the road in 2026 with a brand-new international tour.

Renowned for their lively shows and modern take on traditional Irish folk music, the band bring their signature harmonies, musicianship and storytelling to Blackburn Empire Theatre.

Expect classic ballads, contemporary folk anthems, new material and the unmistakable joy and energy of Irish song.

A brilliant night for folk fans, live music lovers and anyone who enjoys a show with real heart.

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Pink Floyd fans, this is the one with the guitar riffs, lasers, circular screen and Friday night atmosphere. 🎸🌈Pinked Fl...
13/06/2026

Pink Floyd fans, this is the one with the guitar riffs, lasers, circular screen and Friday night atmosphere. 🎸🌈

Pinked Floyd
Friday 10 July 2026, 7:30pm
Tickets £21.50
https://blackburnempire.com/show/pinked-floyd/

Back at one of their favourite venues, Pinked Floyd return to Blackburn Empire Theatre for a spectacular evening celebrating the music of Pink Floyd.

Expect favourites from Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall, Wish You Were Here, The Division Bell, Animals, A Momentary Lapse of Reason and more from the Floyd back catalogue.

With stunning guitar riffs, spine-tingling keyboards, saxophone solos, beautiful female vocal harmonies and a mesmerising light and laser show, this is a full sensory night out for Pink Floyd lovers.

Book your seats now!

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