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The Story Behind Motown
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnStep into the world of Motown and experience the magic behind the music that defined an era. The Story Behind Motown, founded by the legendary Mr Berry Gordy Jr., takes you on an unforgettable journey back to Detroit City, famously known as Hitsville USA.
Songs From The Rat Pack – The Northern Swing Orchestra
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnIt’s all systems go for Yorkshire’s premier Big Band, The Sixteen Piece Northern Swing Orchestra, as they gear up for an electrifying performance.
Dirty Dusting
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnGladys, Olive and Elsie are three “vintage style” cleaning ladies who, threatened with redundancy, chance on an ‘unconventional’ way of earning some extra cash. Starring Crissy Rock (Benidorm) and Leah Bell (Stage Award Winner) alongside Vanessa Karon and Paul Dunn.
The Pirates of Buccaneer Bay
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnAll aboard for a swashbuckling adventure like no other! From the award-winning team behind Sleeping Beauty and The Wizard of Oz comes a brand-new family spectacular – The Pirates of Buccaneer Bay! Packed with laughs, thrills, and jaw-dropping surprises, this is the high-seas panto experience you won't want to miss. Various prices.
The World Adventure Dance Showcase
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnA wanderlust across the planet into culteral diversity through beauty of dance presented by House of Fusion.
BONFIRE NIGHT BLACKBURN
East Lancs CC Dukes Brow, BlackburnRBL Blackburn Branch are hosting a family fireworks and bonfire evening with fairground rides, food and bar. Tickets are £3.50 if booked in advance or £5 if paid at the gate.
PACK OF LIES
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnThe Jacksons are a nice middle-aged English couple. Their best friends are their Canadian neighbours, the Krogers. All is blissful in their world until a detective from Scotland Yard asks to use their house as an observation station to try and foil a Soviet spy ring operating in the area.
Snow White – Christmas Pantomime 2025
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnTom Rolfe Productions are thrilled to be back with a brand new production bursting with dazzling costumes, hilarious comedy, sensational singing, beautiful scenery, and the coolest Magnificent Seven ever! Various times & prices.
The Christmas Orchestra
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, BlackburnThis winter, The Christmas Orchestra is bringing an enchanting live performance to new towns and cities across the UK. The audience will enjoy a 16-piece chamber orchestra, arranged by Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conductor, Patrick Bailey. Performing festive favourites and timeless film soundtracks from classics such as Home Alone, Love Actually, The Holiday, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Muppet Christmas Carol, The Nutcracker, The Grinch, Polar Express, Harry Potter, Bridget Jones’s Diary, and Elf, the evening will also feature a dazzling light show for an unforgettable festive experience.
THE POPPY HOLIDAY SHOW
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnGet ready for a feel-good, toe-tapping afternoon as Poppy & Friends deliver timeless, unforgettable songs direct to your seat!
THANK ABBA FOR THE MUSIC
Blackburn Empire Theatre Aqueduct Rd, BlackburnGrab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA dominated the charts and ruled the airwaves!
TIME AT BLACKBURN CATHEDRAL
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, BlackburnTime will transform the entire Cathedral into a fully immersive artwork where you will traverse a series of captivating installations that explore humanity’s evolving relationship with the concept of time.