Blackburn Empire Theatre

Rave On
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomRave On is the 50s and 60s musical sensation sweeping the nation! From the emergence of Rock and Roll at Sun Records in Memphis, Tennessee, to the British Invasion and beyond, this is a musical adventure you won’t want to miss. Charting the meteoric rise of Rock and Roll, Rave On is a thrilling tour […]

Oh What a Night!
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomOH WHAT A NIGHT! takes you back in time on a musical journeythrough the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, now immortalised in the multi-award-winning show Jersey Boys, which has been packing theatres worldwidesince its debut in 2005. Valli’s unmistakable voicedominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as: […]

Songbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomSongbird: A Celebration of Eva Cassidy honours and pays tribute to one of America's most renowned singers, who found posthumous fame with her heartfelt and spellbinding interpretations of classic songs, including ‘Over The Rainbow’, ‘Fields of Gold’, and ‘Songbird’. The show is performed by four world-class jazz musicians and passionate Eva Cassidy fans, blending their […]

The History of Rock
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomJoin us as we celebrate a rock line-up like no other headlined by one of the greatest bands of all time! As always, we'll be taking audiences on a thrilling ride through the history of rock – but this time, we're turning the spotlight on Led Zeppelin, as they headline the ultimate rock concert line-up […]

Forever Clapton
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomA brand new production for 2026 and outstanding tribute to one of the most iconic Blues and Rock guitarists of all time! Forever Clapton is a fully LIVE 6 piece showband that along with audio-visual displays tells the story of the incredible guitarist Eric Clapton. Taking you through Clapton's career from 1965 to present day, […]

Hurricane : The Ultimate Luke Combs Tribute
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United Kingdom‘An unforgettable night, with the voice of modern country music’ Get ready for an unforgettable night of country music with the Ultimate Luke Combs Tribute Show! This high-energy performance celebrates one of modern country’s biggest stars, bringing his chart-topping hits to life with precision and passion. Fans of Luke Combs will feel as though they’re […]

ALL NIGHT LONG – The Greatest Hits of Lionel Richie
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United Kingdom“You won’t believe your eyes, or ears!” The closest thing to a young, prime Lionel Richie at the very height of his powers. Jack Brindle and his amazing live band bring this astounding portrayal of The Commodores’ ‘ballad king’ to the stage in this incredible full-length tribute production show – ALL NIGHT LONG – The […]

VIVA LA VIDA – The Greatest Hits Of Coldplay
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United Kingdom“Absolute Paradise for Coldplay Fans” The closest thing you will see to Coldplay anywhere on the planet! VIVA LA VIDA – The Greatest Hits of Coldplay is a truly authentic tribute celebration of the British hitmakers' iconic 25-year career. With a sensational live band and a truly charismatic frontman, this show features the closest lookalike […]

Mitch Garlington presents An Evening of Mediumship
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomCome along to a magical evening with spiritual medium Mitch Garlington bringing the two worlds together. Mitch has been working for the spirit world for over 15 years plus, Mitch's evenings always leave people feeling a little better then when he first found them. It's a complete honour and privilege, to reconnect audience members with […]

Legends of Motown
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomLegends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the show pays tribute to the legendary artists that appeared on the Motown label at […]

Beatles Complete
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomDIRECT FROM THE WORLD-FAMOUS CAVERN CLUB, LIVERPOOL Beatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time. Having now performed over 200 shows at the world-famous Cavern Club, this Liverpool-based ‘beat combo’ are the youngest-ever Beatles band to gain a residency at The Cavern Club, where […]

The Ultimate Pop Show
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomDelivering the most exhilarating dance routines, latest trends and hits from the biggest chart-topping artists including; Taylor Swift, Girls Aloud, Ariana Grande, Harry Styles, Miley Cyrus, Beyonce, Justin Bieber, Little Mix and many more. Round up your family and friends and get ready to sparkle and shine with this all-new family friendly concert experience! Dress […]

Here We Go Again – The Mamma Mia Tribute starring Kerry Katona
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomKERRY KATONA stars in ‘HERE WE GO AGAIN’ The greatest party in the West End comes to you with the UK’s No.1 tribute to Mamma Mia! The Musical! We’re sending out an SOS to anyone who might HAVE A DREAM of a great night out... So grab your platform boots and sequined jumpsuits and join […]

The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band Celebrate The Iconic Music of Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomBob Dylan & Joni Mitchell are both ranked in Rolling Stone’s ‘Top Ten Singer-Songwriters of All Time’ and their legacy is honoured in this stunning tribute, ‘The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band’. With unrivalled musical authenticity this multi-instrumentalist five-piece covers all the hits including ‘Like a Rolling Stone’, ‘Both Sides Now’, ‘Blowin’ in the Wind’, […]

Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown 2026
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomAfter another SOLD OUT show Roy 'Chubby' Brown is back at The Empire. Tickets on sale at 9am on Saturday 14 June 2025 50 plus years In Entertainment/Comedy, Roy Chubby Brown is still going strong, entertaining thousands and thousands of fans annually up and down the country, Roy is the undoubted King of Comedy. Countless […]

Jive Talkin’ perform the Bee Gees
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomRenowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin performed LIVE on HEART FM with THE BEE GEES and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry Gibb. As […]

Calling Planet Earth
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomRecreating the electrifying 80s taking you on a musical memory right back to the nightclub dance floor! Relive, sing, dance and party to many of the best 80s songs ever from artists such as Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Ultravox, Visage, Tears For Fears, ABC, Japan, Yazoo, Human League, Eurythmics and more. Unforgettable hits such as […]

Pinked Floyd
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomPinked Floyd are delighted to return to one of their favourite venues, the Empire Theatre Blackburn, with a spectacular evening packed with cherished favourites from the timeless albums: Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall, The Division Bell, Wish You Were Here, Animals, A Momentary Lapse of Reason — as well as delving deeper into […]

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomAll Holly’s hits and classics from his rock ’n’ roll pals are played live on stage by these five amazing young actor-musicians, who always delight crowds with their fabulous show. Featuring raw rock ’n’ roll, beautifully haunting ballads, energetic performances, and some genuinely hilarious moments, there is no live event that delivers a better Buddy […]

Moments Of Pleasure – Ultimate Tribute to Kate Bush – 2026
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomMoments of Pleasure: The Ultimate Tribute to Kate Bush present This Woman’s Work, a journey through the career of one of the UK’s greatest musical artists. Featuring the astounding vocal performance of Lisa-Marie Walters and a band of virtuoso musicians, Moments of Pleasure are hailed by The Sunday Times Magazine as one of the UK’s […]

The Rod Stewart Songbook
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomThe Rod Stewart Songbook are delighted to be returning to Blackburn Empire Theatre. Their spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Sir 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 McCall is the next best thing […]

A Tribute to Sting & the Police – Starring the Rozzers
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomFronted 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 their biggest ever UK tour. The Police were arguably the biggest band […]

Total REX
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomTotal REX is a sensational show capturing the rock sound of Marc Bolan and T-Rex. A must see for all Bolan, Glam Rock and 70’s Music fans alike. The show features all the T-Rex big hits from the 1970’s along with firm album track favourites and much much more! Formed in 2021, the band who […]

DS:UK…in Tribute to Dire Straits | ON anoTHEr NIGHT
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomDS:UK - The ON anoTHEr NIGHT TOUR - 2026 1991 brought us the final Dire Straits album - On Every Street - and was commemorated by an enormous 2 year world tour that was one of their most successful to date. In On Every Street, Mark created some classic Dire Straits songs such as Calling […]

It’s A Beautiful Noise with Fisher Stevens – The Neil Diamond tribute
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, United KingdomFrom London's West End to your doorstep, immerse yourself in the unparalleled celebration of the legendary Neil Diamond's music with our internationally acclaimed production! 🌟 🎤 Fisher Stevens Takes Center Stage: Experience the sheer brilliance of Fisher Stevens, undeniably one of the BEST Neil Diamond impersonators. Direct from the Lyric Theatre in London's Shaftesbury Avenue, […]