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Darwen Library Theatre - DLT Exterior Night Image11@2x scaled
Address
Knott Street
Darwen, Lancashire BB3 3BU United Kingdom
Get Directions
Phone 01254 706006
Website https://bwdvenues.com/venues/darwen-library-theatre

A community arts venue offering theatre, music, children’s shows, and workshops, managed by BwD Venues in central Darwen.

Categories: Theatre / Concert Hall
Events at this venue
Today
  • October 2025
  • Sat 18
    Hal Cruttenden - Can Dish It Out But Cant't Take It - darwen librray theatre hal cruttenden banner 1
    18 October at 7:30 pm

    Hal Cruttenden – Can Dish It Out But Cant’t Take It

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    Hal is back with a brand-new tour for 2025 with a show that promises to stick it to ‘The Man’, as long as ‘The Man’ doesn’t stick it back to him. With his trademark hard-hitting ‘take no prisoners’ comedy (this is what Hal told me to write!!!) he will be hilariously pontificating on subjects like […]

  • Sun 19
    Emmanuel Sonubi - Life After Near Death - darwen library theatre emmanuel sonubi banner 1
    19 October at 7:30 pm

    Emmanuel Sonubi – Life After Near Death

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee and Best Show nominee, Emmanuel Sonubi is back on tour after sold-out performances at the Edinburgh Fringe, his European Tour, and his hit New York Soho Theatre run. Emmanuel’s hilarious and heartfelt show explores his life after surviving heart failure, facing the cause of the trauma, and the strange and […]

  • Thu 23
    Legends of Lancashire Folk - Darwen Library Theatre Legends of Lans Banner 1
    23 October at 7:30 pm

    Legends of Lancashire Folk

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    Featuring David Littler founding member of the original Westhoughton Weavers ,Paul Johnston formerly of Five Penny piece , Dave Mather from The Mather Robinson band and Anthony Quinn flautist extraordinaire ! This year David is celebrating 50 years on the road and says ‘it’s great working with Antony,Dave and Paul who really know how to […]

  • Fri 24
    The Soul Federation - darwen library theatre soul federation banner 1
    24 October at 7:30 pm

    The Soul Federation

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    The Soul Federation is an award-winning band playing Soul, Northern Soul and Blues Brothers hits. They play classic soul the way it should be played – no synths! This 10-piece band of experienced musicians has been setting dance floors alight across the North West and beyond since 2017. With a full horn section and harmony […]

  • Sat 25
    The Guilty Men - Darwen Library Theatre Gulty Men Banner 1
    25 October at 7:30 pm

    The Guilty Men

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    The days of the Supergroup may be long past… but The Guilty Men would surely qualify for that description! The band is made up of five of the finest musicians from the Northwest of England. Between them, they have played over 10,000 gigs on planet Earth, recorded thousands of songs and made countless radio and […]

  • Sun 26
    Alfie Moore - Acopalypse Now - darwen library theatre alfie moore 2025 banner 1
    26 October at 7:30 pm

    Alfie Moore – Acopalypse Now

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    The Four Horsemen of Rising Crime, Global Warming, AI and Culture Wars are galloping towards us. Are we on the road to hell? And can we avoid the potholes? In his brand new tour show ‘Fair Cop’ Alfie has the antidote to the breakdown of law and order, fake news and the price of baked […]

  • Mon 27
    The Witch Who Couldn’t Sleep - darwen library theatre witch couldnt sleep banner copy 1
    27 October at 2:30 pm

    The Witch Who Couldn’t Sleep

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Family

    A "Story Time" family musical from the creators of There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly. Being a witch is super exciting. There's always so much to do and so much fun to be had. Especially around Halloween.And maybe that's why Natascha The Witch can't sleep... Can anyone, or anything, help her drift […]

  • Wed 29
    NT Live – Mrs Warren’s Profession - Encore Cinema Screening - darwen library theatre warrens profession banner
    29 October at 7:00 pm

    NT Live – Mrs Warren’s Profession – Encore Cinema Screening

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Live Broadcast Event

    Mrs. Warren’s Profession by Bernard Shaw, directed by Dominic Cooke Five-time Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton (The Crown) joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter (Bridgerton) for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic. Vivie Warren is a woman ahead of her time. Her mother, however, is […]

  • Thu 30
    Nosferatu - Silent Film with LIVE Score - darwen library theatre nosferatu banner 1
    30 October at 7:30 pm

    Nosferatu – Silent Film with LIVE Score

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Live Broadcast Event

    Nosferatu (1922) is arguably the film that gave birth to the horror genre. Notable as the first cinematic interpretation of Bram Stoker's Dracula, its combination of expressionistic acting and unforgettable images render it just as powerful and unsettling today as when it first thrilled cinema goers 100 years ago. Chris Green's new score was commissioned […]

  • Fri 31
    Dressed to Kill - 35th Anniversary Tour - Darwen Libaray Theatre Dressed to kill banner copy 1
    31 October at 7:30 pm

    Dressed to Kill – 35th Anniversary Tour

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    Halloween Spooky Special - Fancy Dress encouraged!! - Encouraged so much that there is a £2 refund on every ticket purchased when attending in costume! Europe’s FIRST and the WORLD’S longest-running tribute to KISS – crowned “The world’s top KISS tribute!” Get ready for a night of glam rock glory as Dressed to Kill returns […]

  • November 2025
  • Sun 2
    Abbamania - 2025 - darwen library theatre abbamania banner 1
    2 November at 7:30 pm

    Abbamania – 2025

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    Celebrating the Years of ABBA Europe’s leading abba tribute, abbamania, continue to entertain audiences with their outstanding vocals and musical performance’s live on stage. Now in their 26th year of touring plant earth, abbamania’s widely acclaimed tribute to abba is a sensational two hour show featuring record breaking and timeless hits including “waterloo” “dancing queen” […]

  • Wed 5
    The Don Banks Afternoon Variety Show - darwen library theatre afternoon variety show banner 1 5
    5 November at 2:00 pm

    The Don Banks Afternoon Variety Show

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Variety

    Join us on a nostalgic journey down memory lane back to those good old days for an afternoon of uplifting songs, stories and laughter. Originally hosted by local comedian Don Banks and more recently by popular singer Glen South the monthly shows are now presented by Steve A warm welcome awaits - let us Entertain […]

  • Wed 12
    John Lydon - I could be wrong, I could be right - King Georges Hall John Lydon Banner copy 1
    12 November at 7:30 pm

    John Lydon – I could be wrong, I could be right

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Spoken Word

    He’s a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. John Lydon – aka Johnny Rotten – changed the face of music and sparked a cultural revolution. The frontman and lyricist of the Sex Pistols and Public Image Ltd (PiL) caused a political earthquake and transformed music for good. In his spoken word show, […]

  • Thu 13
    Henry Normal - The Slide Show - darwen library theatre henry normal 2025 banner 1
    13 November at 8:00 pm

    Henry Normal – The Slide Show

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    A multi-MEdia spectacular with the emphasis on the ‘me’. This show celebrates my meteoric rise to z celebrity status together with my joyous and inevitable slide into physical and mental decline. Poetry, photos, jokes, music, dance, song, circus skills, costume changes, props and stories, exploring where went wrong in life and lessons you can learn […]

  • Fri 14
    Barbara Nice - Fun! - darwen library theatre barbara nice banner 1
    14 November at 7:30 pm

    Barbara Nice – Fun!

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    Barbara Nice is a loveable force of nature. Hilarious and uplifting, she’s the perfect antidote to doom and gloom and if you’re in need of a comedy pick-me-up Barbara’s your woman – like your favourite aunt at a family wedding she’ll get you going with her unique comic insights and her celebrations of daily life. […]

  • Sat 15
    The Other Neville - darwen library theatre other neville banner
    15 November at 7:30 pm

    The Other Neville

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Drama

    The Other Neville is a powerful one-woman play, imaginatively inspired by England netball legend Tracey Neville. Born into an elite sporting family, Tracey made her mark in a sport no one was watching - netball - and left a legacy that can’t be ignored. Set in the ‘locker room of her memories’, we meet Tracey […]

  • Fri 21
    Rhinestone Cowboy - The Story of Glen Campbell - Darwen Library Theatre Rhinestone Cowboy Banner 1
    21 November at 7:30 pm

    Rhinestone Cowboy – The Story of Glen Campbell

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    Rhinestone Cowboy: The Story of Glen Campbell is a dynamic live music experience that celebrates the extraordinary life and timeless music of one of country music's most beloved legends. This captivating stage show takes audiences on a journey through Glen Campbell’s remarkable career, from his humble beginnings to his rise as a Grammy-winning artist and […]

  • Sat 22
    Justin Moorhouse - The Greatest Performance of my Life - darwen library theatre justin moorhouse 2025 banner 1
    22 November at 7:30 pm

    Justin Moorhouse – The Greatest Performance of my Life

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    A poignant exploration of comedy intertwined with the essence of life's ups and downs. Justin's unparalleled ability to blend side-splitting humour with touching insights offers a rare glimpse into the human condition through the lens of a comedian. This performance is more than just a series of jokes; it's a heartfelt journey through the joys, […]

  • Wed 26
    Gary Delaney - Work In Progress - darwen library theatre gary delaney wip banner
    26 November at 7:30 pm

    Gary Delaney – Work In Progress

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    Comedy’s greatest mad scientist of one-liners arrives back in town, armed with an enormous vessel of puns to be tested on selected members of the general public. See Gary’s new jokes months be-fore your friends and family do!

  • Thu 27
    NT Live – The Fifth Step - darwen library theatre fifth step copy
    27 November at 7:00 pm

    NT Live – The Fifth Step

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Live Broadcast Event

    Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland. After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories […]

  • Fri 28
    Tom Stade - Naughty by Nature - darwen library theatre tom stade 2 banner 1
    28 November at 7:30 pm

    Tom Stade – Naughty by Nature

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    Direct from the Edinburgh festival, and his last smash-hit nationwide tour, the legendary Canadian stand-up star is back on the road with a brand-new show. Join Tom as he playfully dishes out more of his insightful observations. An irrepressible tour-de-force with an hour of first class, mischievous and uncompromising comedy. As seen/heard on Have a […]

  • Sat 29
    The Houghton Weavers - image 1
    29 November at 7:30 pm

    The Houghton Weavers

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    THE HOUGHTON WEAVERS, The Northwest’s premiere comedy / folk group, stars of Radio and Television, have been entertaining folk for a whopping 50 years! Their Annual Winter Tour is once again kicking off at Darwen Library Theatre and brings songs, stories and festive fun to the stage, with their unique blend of popular folk music, […]

  • December 2025
  • Wed 3
    The Don Banks Afternoon Variety Show - darwen library theatre afternoon variety show banner 1 6
    3 December at 2:00 pm

    The Don Banks Afternoon Variety Show

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Variety

    Join us on a nostalgic journey down memory lane back to those good old days for an afternoon of uplifting songs, stories and laughter. Originally hosted by local comedian Don Banks and more recently by popular singer Glen South the monthly shows are now presented by Steve A warm welcome awaits - let us Entertain […]

  • Thu 4
    Shaparak Khorsandi - Scatterbrain - darwen library theatre shaparak khorsandi banner 1
    4 December at 7:30 pm

    Shaparak Khorsandi – Scatterbrain

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    Having reassessed her life through the prism of an ADHD diagnosis in last year's funny and moving memoir, one of Britain's most beloved and most scatterbrained stand-ups lets you back into her mind (warning: it's cluttered in there). Among other things, this show will be a love-letter to letter-writing, a trip back through her early […]

  • Fri 5
    Elvis – As It Was - starring Tommy Holland and the Rising Sun Band - darwen library theatre tommy holland banner 1 1
    5 December at 7:30 pm

    Elvis – As It Was – starring Tommy Holland and the Rising Sun Band

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    The sensational Tommy Holland & The Rising Sun band bring you some of Elvis’ most dynamic and memorable performances with the ‘ELVIS: As It Was’ production. With his impeccable attention to detail; he faithfully recreates the sound, the look, the feel of Elvis. Part 1: Dressed head-to-toe in black leather, you will see him bring […]

  • Sat 6
    Darwen Comedy Club - Dec 2025 1
    6 December at 8:00 pm

    Darwen Comedy Club

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    Get ready for a night of side-splitting comedy that will leave you in stitches! Here’s who’s taking the stage: Paul McCaffrey An accomplished radio presenter and guest, Paul has recently been heard on: talkSPORT, Absolute’s The Alternative Vote, Rob Beckett’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Football and Russell Kane’s Whistle-Stop Tour on BBC Radio 2. He also […]

  • Fri 12
    Elf Jr. - presented by Power Studios - darwen library theatre elf jr banner 1
    12 December at 7:00 pm Elf Jr. – presented by Power Studios

    Elf Jr. – presented by Power Studios

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Musical

    In this heart-warming musical, Santa narrates the story of Buddy, an apparently oversized elf who has been raised in the North Pole. During the lead up to Christmas, Buddy overhears the other elves discussing how he is really a human but hasn’t realized. He is devastated and Santa must reveal to his wannabe elf that […]

  • Sat 13
    Elf Jr. - presented by Power Studios - darwen library theatre elf jr banner 1
    13 December at 2:00 pm Elf Jr. – presented by Power Studios

    Elf Jr. – presented by Power Studios

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Musical

    In this heart-warming musical, Santa narrates the story of Buddy, an apparently oversized elf who has been raised in the North Pole. During the lead up to Christmas, Buddy overhears the other elves discussing how he is really a human but hasn’t realized. He is devastated and Santa must reveal to his wannabe elf that […]

  • Sat 13
    Elf Jr. - presented by Power Studios - darwen library theatre elf jr banner 1
    13 December at 7:00 pm Elf Jr. – presented by Power Studios

    Elf Jr. – presented by Power Studios

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Musical

    In this heart-warming musical, Santa narrates the story of Buddy, an apparently oversized elf who has been raised in the North Pole. During the lead up to Christmas, Buddy overhears the other elves discussing how he is really a human but hasn’t realized. He is devastated and Santa must reveal to his wannabe elf that […]

  • Fri 19
    The Nosey Reindeer - presented by Blue Jay Theatre - banner for Darwen nosey reindeer copy 1
    19 December at 4:00 pm The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Christmas

    Get ready for laughter and holiday cheer with The Nosey Reindeer, a delightful Christmas show for kids! Meet a curious little reindeer with a big heart and an even bigger nose for sniffing out secrets —uncovering a holiday mystery that just might save Christmas! Packed with catchy songs, silly antics, and festive fun, this actor […]

  • Sat 20
    The Nosey Reindeer - presented by Blue Jay Theatre - banner for Darwen nosey reindeer copy 1
    20 December at 11:00 am The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Christmas

    Get ready for laughter and holiday cheer with The Nosey Reindeer, a delightful Christmas show for kids! Meet a curious little reindeer with a big heart and an even bigger nose for sniffing out secrets —uncovering a holiday mystery that just might save Christmas! Packed with catchy songs, silly antics, and festive fun, this actor […]

  • Sat 20
    The Nosey Reindeer - presented by Blue Jay Theatre - banner for Darwen nosey reindeer copy 1
    20 December at 1:00 pm The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Christmas

    Get ready for laughter and holiday cheer with The Nosey Reindeer, a delightful Christmas show for kids! Meet a curious little reindeer with a big heart and an even bigger nose for sniffing out secrets —uncovering a holiday mystery that just might save Christmas! Packed with catchy songs, silly antics, and festive fun, this actor […]

  • Sun 21
    The Nosey Reindeer - presented by Blue Jay Theatre - banner for Darwen nosey reindeer copy 1
    21 December at 11:00 am The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Christmas

    Get ready for laughter and holiday cheer with The Nosey Reindeer, a delightful Christmas show for kids! Meet a curious little reindeer with a big heart and an even bigger nose for sniffing out secrets —uncovering a holiday mystery that just might save Christmas! Packed with catchy songs, silly antics, and festive fun, this actor […]

  • Sun 21
    The Nosey Reindeer - presented by Blue Jay Theatre - banner for Darwen nosey reindeer copy 1
    21 December at 1:00 pm The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Christmas

    Get ready for laughter and holiday cheer with The Nosey Reindeer, a delightful Christmas show for kids! Meet a curious little reindeer with a big heart and an even bigger nose for sniffing out secrets —uncovering a holiday mystery that just might save Christmas! Packed with catchy songs, silly antics, and festive fun, this actor […]

  • Mon 22
    The Nosey Reindeer - presented by Blue Jay Theatre - banner for Darwen nosey reindeer copy 1
    22 December at 11:00 am The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Christmas

    Get ready for laughter and holiday cheer with The Nosey Reindeer, a delightful Christmas show for kids! Meet a curious little reindeer with a big heart and an even bigger nose for sniffing out secrets —uncovering a holiday mystery that just might save Christmas! Packed with catchy songs, silly antics, and festive fun, this actor […]

  • Mon 22
    The Nosey Reindeer - presented by Blue Jay Theatre - banner for Darwen nosey reindeer copy 1
    22 December at 1:00 pm The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Christmas

    Get ready for laughter and holiday cheer with The Nosey Reindeer, a delightful Christmas show for kids! Meet a curious little reindeer with a big heart and an even bigger nose for sniffing out secrets —uncovering a holiday mystery that just might save Christmas! Packed with catchy songs, silly antics, and festive fun, this actor […]

  • Tue 23
    The Nosey Reindeer - presented by Blue Jay Theatre - banner for Darwen nosey reindeer copy 1
    23 December at 11:00 am The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Christmas

    Get ready for laughter and holiday cheer with The Nosey Reindeer, a delightful Christmas show for kids! Meet a curious little reindeer with a big heart and an even bigger nose for sniffing out secrets —uncovering a holiday mystery that just might save Christmas! Packed with catchy songs, silly antics, and festive fun, this actor […]

  • Tue 23
    The Nosey Reindeer - presented by Blue Jay Theatre - banner for Darwen nosey reindeer copy 1
    23 December at 1:00 pm The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    The Nosey Reindeer – presented by Blue Jay Theatre

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Christmas

    Get ready for laughter and holiday cheer with The Nosey Reindeer, a delightful Christmas show for kids! Meet a curious little reindeer with a big heart and an even bigger nose for sniffing out secrets —uncovering a holiday mystery that just might save Christmas! Packed with catchy songs, silly antics, and festive fun, this actor […]

  • January 2026
  • Thu 22
    NT Live – Hamlet - Encore Cinema Screening - darwen library theatre hamlet banner
    Thu 22 January, 2026 at 7:00 pm

    NT Live – Hamlet – Encore Cinema Screening

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Live Broadcast Event

    Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question – you know the one. National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Operation […]

  • February 2026
  • Sat 7
    Darwen Comedy Club - Feb 2026 1
    Sat 7 February, 2026 at 8:00 pm

    Darwen Comedy Club

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    Get ready for a night of side-splitting comedy that will leave you in stitches! Here’s who’s taking the stage: Josh Jones Josh is an Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee for his critically acclaimed sell-out show Waste of Space, he followed this up with a total sell-out run of Gobsmacked at the Fringe before embarking […]

  • Fri 27
    Laurel and Hardy - Celebrating 100 Years - darwen library theatre laurel hardy centenary banner 1
    Fri 27 February, 2026 at 2:30 pm

    Laurel and Hardy – Celebrating 100 Years

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    Following the success of his 2023/24 tour, Neil Brand invites you to celebrate the centenary of Laurel and Hardy with a brand-new show. In 1926, Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy signed separate contracts with Hollywood film mogul Hal Roach, and appeared for the first time in a film together, "45 Minutes from Hollywood". The following […]

  • Sat 28
    Hue and Cry - Electro Acoustic - darwen library theatre hue and cry banner copy
    Sat 28 February, 2026 at 7:30 pm

    Hue and Cry – Electro Acoustic

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    Brothers Patrick and Gregory Kane formed Hue and Cry in 1984 and the duo made a huge impact with the release of their debut album ‘Seduced and Abandoned’ (1987) which featured their first top ten single ‘Labour of Love’. The follow up album ‘Remote’ continued the trend and produced the huge hits ‘Looking for Linda’ […]

  • March 2026
  • Thu 5
    The Irish House Party - darwen library theatre irish house party banner
    Thu 5 March, 2026 at 7:30 pm

    The Irish House Party

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    At last, an Irish music show that has come out of Ireland without the clichés that usually follow! There are no twee costumes or backing tracks here. Instead you get incredibly talented musicians and dancers who simply want to bring you the sound and fun of Ireland in an intimate and homely setting. The live […]

  • Sat 7
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    Sat 7 March, 2026 at 7:30 pm

    Pink Floydian

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    Pink Floydian is an 8-piece tribute band dedicated to paying homage to the greatest progressive rock band of all time, Pink Floyd. Over the years, they have steadily built a reputation as one of the most authentic and captivating Pink Floyd tribute acts in the UK. Their attention to detail, both musically and visually, has […]

  • Sun 8
    Connor Burns - Gallus - darwen library theatre connor burns 2026 banner 2 1
    Sun 8 March, 2026 at 7:30 pm

    Connor Burns – Gallus

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    Don’t miss the all-new show from Scotland’s hilarious global break-through stand-up star! GALLUS is Connor’s fourth solo hour. A prolific joke writer whose lightning fast, razor-sharp wit combines with his signature single malt Scottish-level cynicism to help create the perfect storm of brilliant jokes performed by a disarming comedy powerhouse and, now more recently, has […]

  • Sat 14
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    Sat 14 March, 2026 at 7:30 pm

    Dire Streets

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    The two-hour theatre show includes faithful renditions of classic studio tracks along with extended live versions from some of the legendary Dire Straits concerts. For the best part of a decade, Dire Streets have performed Dire Straits’ incredible back catalogue to thousands of theatre-goers across the UK. No other Dire Streets tribute act comes as […]

  • Fri 27
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    Fri 27 March, 2026 at 7:30 pm

    Steve Norman – An Evening with

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Spoken Word

    From Spandau Ballet to Live Aid – An Intimate Evening with Spandau’s Steve Norman Spandau Ballet saxophonist Steve Norman was responsible for some of the most distinctive pop melodies of all time. From his sax solo on True to the colossal hit Through The Barricades, Steve Norman toured the globe, performed at Live Aid, and […]

  • April 2026
  • Thu 9
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    Thu 9 April, 2026 at 7:30 pm

    Pete Firman – Tricks & Giggles

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    With over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances under his belt, Pete Firman is the UK's top comic magician. Join him for an evening of 'Tricks & Giggles', as Pete brings his trademark blend of magic and comedy from the small screen to stages around the UK with this brand-new show. Expect […]

  • Mon 13
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    Mon 13 April, 2026 at 7:00 pm

    Macbeth

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Drama

    In this classic tale of greed and guilt, Flabbergast’s Macbeth fuses a rigorous and respectful approach to text and storytelling to bring a magical, lucid interpretation of Shakespeare’s blood soaked tragedy to life. Playing to their strengths and background in puppetry, clown, mask, ensemble and physical theatre, Flabbergast have developed their first narrative text based […]

  • Fri 24
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    Fri 24 April, 2026 at 7:30 pm

    Genesis Songbook – Some Old, Some Old “New” Songs Tour 2026

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Music

    Genesis Songbook are the ultimate Phil Collins-era Genesis show! Featuring the former singer/drummer and keyboardist from Genesis Visible Touch, Genesis Songbook are doing exactly what it says in the title for their “Some Old, Some Old ‘New’ Songs” tour! From ‘Follow You Follow Me’ and ‘Invisible Touch’, to ‘In The Cage’ and other old fan […]

  • June 2026
  • Sat 20
    Mark Watson - Before It Overtakes Us – a Show at Darwen Library Theatre
    Sat 20 June, 2026 at 7:30 pm

    Mark Watson – Before It Overtakes Us

    Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom
    Comedy

    20 years in stand-up for the 'Taskmaster' cheeky texts icon, multi-award-winner, YouTube cult figure, Radio 4 favourite and recently 'Baby Reindeer' actor: Watson returns after seasons at the Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Edinburgh comedy festivals. A recent encounter with a stranger caused Mark to spend some time pondering the uncertain future facing humanity. He explores […]

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