Went to see Snow White. It was brilliant. The costumes are so colourful. Everyone in the theatre joined in when prompted.
The Empire Theatre in Blackburn is a charming blend of historic character and modern comfort, making it a standout venue for both locals and visitors. Atmosphere: The restored Edwardian façade and plush interior give the theatre a warm, intimate feel. The red velvet seats and ornate plasterwork create a classic cinema vibe while still feeling fresh thanks to recent upgrades. Screen & Sound: The 4K digital projector delivers crisp, vibrant images, and the Dolby Atmos sound system immerses the audience without overwhelming dialogue. Even in the back rows, the picture remains sharp and the audio clear. Seating: With 400 seats, the theatre isn’t too large, which helps maintain a personal experience. The seats are comfortably padded, and the legroom is generous compared to many chain cinemas. Food & Drink: The on‑site café offers a solid selection of snacks—popcorn, nachos, and a surprisingly good range of hot drinks. Prices are reasonable, and the staff are friendly and efficient. Programming: The Empire balances mainstream blockbusters with independent films, occasional live events, and community screenings. This variety keeps the schedule interesting and supports local culture. Accessibility: Wheelchair access is well‑implemented, with designated seating and easy entry. Assistive listening devices are available on request. Overall impression: The Empire Theatre delivers a high‑quality cinematic experience in a historic setting, combining comfort, technology, and community spirit. It’s a solid choice for anyone looking to enjoy a film or event in Blackburn.
Went to see Navi here. What a lovely friendly little theatre which I believe is mainly volunteer run. I went alone but I felt comfortable and safe. Drinks are reasonable for a theatre but who minds paying a bit more when it's keeping venues like this open. The show was really good, great views as its a small theatre. I will definitely be back to watch something else, nice to have somewhere to feel comfortable when you're alone.
What can I say about this venue other than its local history at its finest. This building has made more people smile than probably any other in Blackburn and let's face it we all need to smile. I've been here a few times now and it just gets better and better. There's certainly no lack of ticket sales, every seat on my visits have been filled. The young actors are definitely up and coming stars of tomorrow. You can feel their ambition flow. The staff are great and extremely helpful. Tons of parking available across from the venue.
A wonderful volunteer run venue. Pinked Floyd have just played their 7th show here and the staff and facilities are top notch. The seating is ultra comfortable and each one offers a fantastic view of the impressive stage!
Great little theatre run mostly by volunteers. Who were polite and friendly. The show was fabulous. The bar was stocked with plenty of choice at very reasonable prices. With delicious ice cream on sale at the interval. The theatre was warm and clean. Plenty of parking across the road from it, though its not lit and had many potholes, this was the only negative but with everyone leaving together it still felt safe. Would highly recommend everyone to try at least one show. The prices are very low for a truly amazing night out.
My first time at the Empire, fantastic little theatre, the staff were very friendly and helpful, and the Rock Band were 100% AC/DC uk, would I recommend the theatre, Yes and would I recommend watching AC/DC uk, without a doubt Top marks to all the staff / volunteers at this little gem of a theatre, we had a very enjoyable night out,
Blackburn Empire Theatre is located at Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn BB2 4HT, UK
You can contact Blackburn Empire Theatre at +44 1254 685500
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