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There’s still time to go WILD in The Mall with free activities

Wed 12 Apr, 2023

Children have been having a really wild time in The Mall Blackburn as part of its free programme of activities this Easter.

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BGT Winner Richard Jones brings his UK-Wide Tour to Blackburn

Thu 09 Mar, 2023

Following the success of his most recent sell-out magic show, Richard Jones presents An Evening of Magic, a 26-date UK tour. The great news is, he’s coming to Blackburn this April!

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Ricky Groves steps into Pantomime’s Fleshcreep Role at King George’s Hall

Thu 01 Dec, 2022

Shone Productions and King George’s Hall are delighted to announce that Ricky Groves will be stepping into the role of Fleshcreep at this year’s pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk. Best known for

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Big Christmas Giveaway is back for 2022

Thu 01 Dec, 2022

Blackburn Life is back with our Big Christmas Giveaway Competition.

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Follow the Tantalising Trail of Gingerbread this Christmas

Wed 30 Nov, 2022

A Trail that has a Tantalisingly Tasty Theme will have families hunting for Gingerbread across Blackburn this Christmas.

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Cinderella at the Empire is packed with laughs, music and surprises – A cracker of a show!

Thu 24 Nov, 2022

Blackburn Life were lucky enough to be invited to the final dress rehearsal for this year’s pantomime at Blackburn Empire Theatre of Cinderella. The show, which opens to the public this Saturday (26th November) stars Linda Lusardi, Lucy Kane and JezO.

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Blackburn’s AJ Odudu will be switching on the Christmas Lights in Blackburn

Sat 05 Nov, 2022

Blackburn’s Christmas Lights switch on has been announced for Saturday 26th November 2022 with Strictly contestant AJ Odudu switching on the lights this year.

The ‘Blackburn Glitter Ball’ will host a day of dance and music on King William Street – with hopes of scoring a 10 with the crowds!

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Remembrance Concert returns to King George’s Hall in Blackburn

Thu 13 Oct, 2022

Blackburn’s King George’s Hall will again host a Remembrance Concert after two years’ absence due to the pandemic.

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Christmas from Blackburn Cathedral will be BBC highlight this year

Thu 13 Oct, 2022

The BBC have announced that their Christmas Services on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day will be broadcast from Blackburn Cathedral.

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BGT semi-finalist, Titan the Robot, coming to The Mall!

Wed 05 Oct, 2022

The Mall Blackburn has an out of this world line-up of free activities this half-term, which will culminate in a visit from Britain’s Got Talent’s super-sized semi-finalist Titan the Robot!

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Celebrating 50 Years of Steeleye Span as UK Tour comes to Blackburn

Fri 30 Sep, 2022

It’s been almost 50 years since Steeleye Span first performed at Blackburn’s King George’s Hall in September 1973!

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Cinderella Stars add some extra sparkle for shoppers as they launch Empire’s panto

Thu 29 Sep, 2022

The cast of the brand-new production of Cinderella at Blackburn Empire Theatre officially launched their Pantomime with a visit to Blackburn Town Centre this weekend.

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The Royal Family Dance Crew are bringing their European Tour to Blackburn

Wed 21 Sep, 2022

With only three UK dates, dance sensation The Royal Family Dance Crew are bringing their European Tour to Blackburn on Sun 23 Oct 2022.

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Summer Daze with Free Fun in The Mall

Thu 04 Aug, 2022

The Mall Blackburn is bringing the seaside inland with a two-week beachy bonanza of nautical themed free arts and crafts.

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Take a New Look at Blackburn Classics Season – From CBeebies to 007 Movie Music

Wed 27 Jul, 2022

King George’s Hall in Blackburn have announced their brand new Classics Season for 2022/23 and, as well as some familiar events, this season sees the CBeebies Prom come to town. You can also enjoy the magic of the James Bond Movies’ Music at a special concert.

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The Purrfect Teatime Tail – In Conversation with David Wood OBE

Mon 18 Jul, 2022

The Tiger Who Came to Tea is celebrating 12 years on stage and over 50 years as Britain’s best-loved picture book! David Wood OBE is undisputedly the country’s leading writer and director of plays and musicals for children.

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Blackburn to host Superstar Pianists at Ribble Valley International Piano Week

Mon 11 Jul, 2022

A whole host of world-famous pianists will have an unprecedented opportunity to perform on the new generation flagship Yamaha CFX piano

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Local Theatres present their Christmas 2022 Shows

Wed 06 Jul, 2022

Our three local theatres, Blackburn Empire, King George’s Hall and Darwen Library Theatre have all now revealed their Christmas shows.

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Paul Young is Behind the Lens with New Tour

Wed 25 May, 2022

Paul Young will take fans behind the lens in a unique show that will coincide with the publication of his autobiography.

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Roll up, roll up. . . a scintillating night out of sparkling burlesque entertainment

Wed 18 May, 2022

Roll up, roll up. . . a scintillating night out of sparkling entertainment – the UK’s longest running burlesque show – is back touring the nation. And, it’s bigger than ever.

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One of the Biggest 80s Party Nights to ever hit Blackburn!

Tue 17 May, 2022

Dig out those 80`s clothes, grab your dancing shoes, and prepare to enjoy a night of pure “Gold” and, yes, fancy dress is encouraged!

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Latest Images as Blackburn prepares for Liam Gallagher gig

Thu 21 Apr, 2022

Excitement is mounting as the one-off gig by Liam Gallagher approaches. He is due to appear at King George’s Hall, Blackburn on 27th April 2022 in celebration of his new

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Liam Gallagher – One-off gig in Blackburn

Tue 19 Apr, 2022

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Blackburn Easter Fair returns to Witton Park

Thu 31 Mar, 2022

Blackburn’s traditional Easter Fun Fair returns to Witton Park this Easter, headlined as the first Easter Fair for three years after the COVID pandemic stopped the rides and fun.

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Kate Rusby’s Soulful Vocals and the Cream of British Folk

Thu 24 Mar, 2022

A remarkable interpretive singer, Kate Rusby’s soulful vocals resonate with the wistful beauty of an earthbound angel.

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A Night of Toe Tapping, Hand Clapping Irish Folk Music with The Kilkennys

Thu 24 Mar, 2022

A traditional Irish folk and ballad band, The Kilkennys are noted for their dynamic arrangements, energetic performances and charismatic rapport with audiences across the globe.

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The People’s Man of the People has all the Answers – The Pub Landlord is back!

Tue 15 Mar, 2022

As the dust settles and we emerge blinking into the dawn of a new era, the men and women of this great country will need answers.

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Linda Lusardi to star in Blackburn Empire Panto

Tue 15 Mar, 2022

Star of stage and screen, Linda Lusardi, has been revealed as one of the stars in this year’s pantomime at the Blackburn Empire Theatre.

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Rock band Marillion are kicking off their UK tour in Blackburn

Fri 11 Mar, 2022

Marillion will undertake a nine date UK tour in this autumn, with the tour kicking off at Blackburn’s King George’s Hall on Sunday 18 September 2022.

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What could Reginald D Hunter Possibly Say to Upset You?

Sun 06 Mar, 2022

Climate change. Mass unemployment. Economic pandemics. The rise of global fascism. So, what could this man POSSIBLY say to upset you?

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Pinocchio is dancing into Blackburn

Sun 06 Mar, 2022

Pinocchio is dancing into Blackburn in Northern Ballet’s latest ballet for children

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Zog Lands his new Live Show in Blackburn with a Crash Bang and Thump

Sun 06 Mar, 2022

When a much-loved children’s book is brought to life on stage, it can mesmerise and captivate audiences.

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A Brand-New Sparkling Pantomime Production of Cinderella is revealed for 2022!

Fri 07 Jan, 2022

With more sparkle, more music and more fun, Blackburn Empire Theatre has revealed plans for their 2022 pantomime, Cinderella.

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Dirty Dusting – A Sex Chatline that really Cleans Up!

Wed 05 Jan, 2022

After sell-out UK tours, Dirty Dusting comes to King George’s Hall, Blackburn this January. Treat yourself to an evening of pure theatrical Viagra!

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Osmonds’ Hitmaker, Songwriter and Singer brings Greatest Hits Tour to Blackburn

Thu 16 Dec, 2021

Bringing a brand-new Greatest Hits Tour to the UK in 2022, Merrill Osmond is best known as the lead singer for the world-famous Osmond family.

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Paul Chowdhry’s tour is Extended and Looks at the Funny Side of Lockdown

Wed 15 Dec, 2021

Due to phenomenal demand, multi-award-winning stand-up comedian, actor and writer Paul Chowdhry will be doubling the size of his brand-new stand-up tour, Family-Friendly Comedian (*No Children) for 2022 with 43 more dates nationwide.

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