Music
“It’s the best feeling in the world” – Steeleye Span’s Maddy Prior ahead of Blackburn show
Folk rock pioneers Steeleye Span are heading to Blackburn as part of a major UK tour - and ahead of their Empire…
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Irish Folk Legends Set to Kick Off St Patrick’s Celebrations in Blackburn Tonight
Music fans in Blackburn can start their St Patrick’s Day celebrations in style as legendary Irish folk group The Dublin Legends bring…
Music
Eric Clapton Tribute Show Forever Clapton Coming to Blackburn Empire Theatre
Music fans in Blackburn can experience the legendary songs of Eric Clapton when the acclaimed tribute show Forever Clapton comes to Blackburn…
Music
Something About George heads to Blackburn Empire for one-night tribute to George Harrison
A live tribute to George Harrison is coming to Blackburn Empire for one night only - featuring My Sweet Lord, Something, Got…
Music
Beautiful South’s Briana Corrigan to perform intimate show at Blackburn Empire
Beautiful South’s Briana Corrigan brings her distinctive vocals to Blackburn Empire Theatre this October for an intimate evening of story and song.
Music
Songs From The Rat Pack – A Swinging Big Band Spectacular
Yorkshire’s premier Big Band brings the golden age of swing to Blackburn with a spectacular Rat Pack celebration this September.
Music
Beautiful South Star Briana Corrigan Brings Her Iconic Voice to Blackburn
A night of story, song, and unmistakable vocals – live this October
Music
Get Ready to Spice Up Your Life – A Massive 90s Party Is Coming to Blackburn this Weekend!
Dig out your chokers, charge up your Nokia, and prepare to throw it back to the days of boybands, girl power and…
Music
New Lennon Stage Show Brings Iconic Songs and Untold Stories to Blackburn
Music fans in Blackburn are in for something truly special this summer as a brand-new stage show about the legendary John Lennon…
Music
West End Star Lee Mead Brings His Showstopping New Tour to Blackburn
Blackburn will welcome a familiar West End face this July, as singer and actor Lee Mead brings his brand-new live show, The…
Music
Man of the World: Celebrating the Iconic Music of Peter Green
Celebrate the timeless music of Peter Green, the legendary founder of Fleetwood Mac, in an unforgettable evening of live music.
Music
Soulful Sounds Return: STAX of SOUL’s Legacy Tour Hits Blackburn
Blackburn Empire Theatre is gearing up for a night of vibrant soul music on Saturday, 26th October, as the legendary STAX of…
Music
Queen of the West End Kerry Ellis Adds New Date at Blackburn Empire Theatre
Kerry Ellis, the Queen of the West End, will bring her critically acclaimed Queen of the West End tour to Blackburn Empire…
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Experience a Day of Musical Delight at Blackburn Cathedral
Blackburn Cathedral has announced an enchanting musical event that is set to mesmerise attendees with a day of Cathedral Music, Talks &…
Music
Celebrating 50 Years of Steeleye Span as UK Tour comes to Blackburn
It’s been almost 50 years since Steeleye Span first performed at Blackburn’s King George’s Hall in September 1973!
Music
Take a New Look at Blackburn Classics Season – From CBeebies to 007 Movie Music
King George's Hall in Blackburn have announced their brand new Classics Season for 2022/23 and, as well as some familiar events, this…
Music
Blackburn to host Superstar Pianists at Ribble Valley International Piano Week
A whole host of world-famous pianists will have an unprecedented opportunity to perform on the new generation flagship Yamaha CFX piano
Entertainment
Paul Young is Behind the Lens with New Tour
Paul Young will take fans behind the lens in a unique show that will coincide with the publication of his autobiography.
Music
Latest Images as Blackburn prepares for Liam Gallagher gig
Excitement is mounting as the one-off gig by Liam Gallagher approaches. He is due to appear at King George's Hall, Blackburn on…
Music
Liam Gallagher – One-off gig in Blackburn
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Kate Rusby’s Soulful Vocals and the Cream of British Folk
A remarkable interpretive singer, Kate Rusby’s soulful vocals resonate with the wistful beauty of an earthbound angel.
Entertainment
A Night of Toe Tapping, Hand Clapping Irish Folk Music with The Kilkennys
A traditional Irish folk and ballad band, The Kilkennys are noted for their dynamic arrangements, energetic performances and charismatic rapport with audiences…
Music
Rock band Marillion are kicking off their UK tour in Blackburn
Marillion will undertake a nine date UK tour in this autumn, with the tour kicking off at Blackburn’s King George’s Hall on…
Entertainment
Osmonds’ Hitmaker, Songwriter and Singer brings Greatest Hits Tour to Blackburn
Bringing a brand-new Greatest Hits Tour to the UK in 2022, Merrill Osmond is best known as the lead singer for the…
Entertainment
Pioneers of Madchester, the Legendary Happy Mondays, head to Blackburn
Legendary Manchester band Happy Mondays have announced they a 23-date tour for October and November 2022 and tickets are already selling fast.
Dance
QUEENZ are coming to Blackburn as part of their UK tour!
Fresh from last night’s debut performance on ITV’s premier of ‘Walk The Line,’ QUEENZ – The Show With Balls! are stiletto strutting…
Entertainment
The Australian Pink Floyd Show – “Setting the Gold Standard”
The critically lauded, The Australian Pink Floyd Show bring their tour to Blackburn on Sunday 28 November 2021 featuring tracks from Pink…
Entertainment
A Labour of Love for Hue and Cry
Brothers Patrick and Gregory Kane perform at Darwen Library Theatre on Friday 19 November 2021, when Hue and Cry make a welcome…
Entertainment
The Christians – An Endless String of Soulful Classics
The Christians bring their tour to Blackburn on Friday 12th November 2021
Entertainment
Timeless Christmas Classics with G4’s Exquisite Harmonies – Christmas Tour
Selling out every year, G4 will be back on the road in 2021 with their biggest and best Christmas tour to date!…
Entertainment
A day of tributes to raise money for Miles for Mitchie
A large scale event is due to take place at Cherry Tree Cricket Club, Blackburn this Sunday 19th September with the aim…
Comedy
What’s On this Bank Holiday Weekend around Blackburn?
With a long weekend ahead for many, we've picked some of our favourite events taking place in and around Blackburn over the…
Entertainment
MIDGE URE ANNOUNCES THE VOICE & VISION TOUR IS COMING TO BLACKBURN
Following the overwhelming response to 2019’s ‘The 1980 Tour’, Midge Ure & Band Electronica are delighted to return to the road in…
Entertainment
A Celebration of the Songs and Music of George Michael by the Artist that Turns a Different Corner
Rob Lamberti is a familiar face, so to speak, having forged a very successful singing career impersonating the pop star George Michael…
Music
Curtis Stigers brings Contemporary Jazz to Blackburn
Tickets go on sale at 10am tomorrow (Tuesday 27 July 2020) for Curtis Stigers at King George's Hall.
Music
The Boyz are back in Town
Boyzlife return to Blackburn in 2021 with their show that brings together Boyzone and Westlife with a full band production show featuring…