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Burnley Mechanics Theatre
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The Mechanics Theatre is a vibrant and multi-faceted venue in the heart of Burnley town centre; by day it is a thriving bistro serving home cooked food, uniquely presented with excellent service and by night it is one of Burnley’s best evenings out, showcasing a variety of music, theatre and entertainment shows. Pre-show dining experiences help to make the Mechanics, Burnley’s premier night out.
The Theatre boasts a 495 seat auditorium and smaller, more intimate performance spaces of The Front Room and The Loft. The welcoming Lounge Bar has an impressive collection of over 100 gins, serves Burnley’s best Afternoon Tea and a fine selection of local ales, it also plays as a changing exhibition space for local artists and students. A dance rehearsal space and conferencing facilities are also available for hire.
Car parking - free after 6pm, Monday - Friday (contract parking only outside of these times). Saturday Pay & Display, Sunday free.
| Box Office (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | 11:00 | - 16:00* |
| Saturday | 10:00 | - 12:45* |
| Sunday | Closed* | |
| Bistro (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | 11:00 | - 15:00 |
| Saturday - Sunday | Closed | |
* On performance evenings the ticket office will
remain open until half an hour after showtime.
Sunday: Open one hour prior to performance on event days only.
Pre-show dining available.
A Christmas CarolChapterhouse Theatre Company is proud to bring you A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens' timeless tale of hope and redemption this Christmas.
Peter Pan PantomimePacked with comedy, great music, stunning scenery, wonderful costumes, heroes, villains, audience participation and all the excitement that only pantomime can provide.
The Great Chamber Sing-OffIt's going to be an epic night filled with incredible talent, big voices, and even bigger hearts.
Ministry of Science100% educational. 200% entertaining. 300% explosive. 400% fun.
An Evening with Sir Geoff HurstHe will talk amusingly about his illustrious West Ham and England career. 
The Story of SoulGet ready as the cast take you on a journey of sweet soul music.
Posh Teas and Artisan CheeseTwo culinary champions, Rosemary Shrager and Sean Wilson team up for their first ever live tour of the UK.
Clint Baptiste: Roller GhosterSolo again, Britain's most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic, from Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights, returns with his brand new hilarious one-man stand up show.
Ireland The ShowNow seen by a live audience of over 250,000 to nightly standing ovations and rave reviews, join an all-star Irish cast of highly talented singers and performers.
Totally TinaJoin an army of loyal fans for a truly authentic, fun-packed musical spectacular.
Jazz Club: The GelatosThis high-energy trio never fails to put a smile on every audience member's face as they play their masterful mix of tunes guaranteed to get you dancing in your seat. 
The Clone Roses & The Smiths LtdMaking their welcome return to The Mechanics are the UK's leading tribute to The Stone Roses, The Clone Roses. 
Shabaz AliJoin Shabaz Ali as he takes to the stage in his debut live comedy tour. 
Englishman In New YorkThe awesome talent of Simon Blight and his incredible band deliver a powerhouse and breath taking performance, celebrating the timeless music of Sting.
John PowerThis intimate show mixes John's best-loved songs with wild, funny, and tender stories.
Shaun RyderHappy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder is hitting the road for a new, spoken word tour. 
Legend: The Music of Bob MarleyIt is a two-hour spectacular, showcasing the magic of Marley. It captures the charisma and culture of an icon gone too soon.
Saturday FeverDust off your dancing shoes and get ready to relive the best tunes of the 80s, 90s, and 00s at Saturday Fever, hosted by Pendleside Hospice.
Chris McCausland: YonksChris McCausland is hitting the road again with another masterclass in stand-up comedy that has literally been yonks in the making. 
21st Century TennesseeThe ultimate must-see modern day country show, combining all your favourite contemporary artists and hits into one phenomenal live show.
The Upbeat BeatlesWith authentic instruments, costume changes, multimedia, and featuring an ensemble cast of professional musicians with West End experience.
Omid Djalili: NamasteNo government gets a green card. No tyrant avoids a take down. No audience member leaves the theatre with an ounce of laughter left in them.
*Cancelled* Alex Mitchell: Tics Towards PerfectionThis event has been cancelled
The KilkennysThe Kilkennys are a traditional Irish folk and ballad band that are noted for their dynamic arrangements, energetic performances and charismatic rapport with audiences across the globe.
Strictly MusicalsSo go on a Strictly Musicals journey full of a genre of musical songs to fully entertain you and blow you away.
A Foreigners JourneyThe two bands have achieved massive commercial and critical success and both sold in excess of 80 million albums, with their supreme musical quality.
The Celine ExperienceAn incredible full live band and starring the highly acclaimed vocalist, January Butler. 
Kidz Club Party at Burnley MechanicsJoin Joey, Bruno, Britney, Jesy and the funniest of all the amazing host Muddles with fun and games, singing and dancing.
Brian Bilston & Henry NormalBrian Bilston and Henry Normal appear together for the first time in a show which one critic has described as 'two people reading some poems'.
Kai: EvolutionAn enthralling journey through various dance genres, showcasing Kai's versatility and passion for dance.
The ELO ExperienceCelebrating the great music of Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light Orchestra, the legacy left by Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light Orchestra.
Whole Lotta Shakin: The Shakin Stevens StoryAward-winning tribute to the UK's biggest selling singles artist of the 1980s, this is a nostalgic celebration, jam packed with feel-good rock 'n' roll.
Sweet and SourSweet and Sour, the ultimate tribute to Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo.
Cat's Whiskers ReunionJoin this nostalgic evening with the best music of the era, as you pay homage to what was in its day 'the best nightclub in Burnley'.
Hits Out of Hell: The Legend of MeatloafCelebrating the life, music and legend of the musical maestro Meat Loaf.
Love Really Hurts Without YouThe hit show that celebrates the music of the legend that is Billy Ocean.
Stewart Copeland: Have I Said Too MuchIn this fascinating 'evening with', Stewart will talk about his incredible life as a performer, musician, entertainer, and writer.
An Evening of BurlesqueA night of laughter, cabaret, mystery, and glamour.
Talon: The Best of The EaglesRevered by their peers and loved by their fans, this world class seven-piece band are a phenomenon.
Annabel CroftHer intimate new show will share tales of famous friends and faces, from Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal to the stars of Strictly. It's a genuine must-see show.
Louis: Elvis for EveryoneInternationally acclaimed tribute to Elvis Presley, with incredible vocals, accurate dance moves and unbelievable Presley-like charisma.
Sing the MusicalsDirect from London's West End, the first national tour of the greatest musicals of all time, performed by a sensational live band and character singers.
Babatunde Aleshe: High ExpectationsBaba's back on tour. 
Nik Kershaw: Musings and LyricsAn intimate evening of songs, stories and silliness in the company of Nik Kershaw.
Jersey BeatsFeaturing the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, this is music with a broad appeal.
The Hunchback of Notre DameBased on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film's Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz. 
Goldie Lookin' ChainGoldie Lookin Chain are hitting the road again in 2025 after a huge 21-date sold-out tour in 2024. 
ShowaddywaddyDynamic and uplifting, featuring all of their biggest hits, many of which reached number one in the pop charts of Europe,
Partner of Visit Lancashire 2018
Highly Commended Small Visitor Attaction 2011
Cultural Venue/Organisation Award 2016From junction 10 of the M65 follow the brown and white signs for Burnley Town Centre; after the second roundabout take the right-hand lane to the traffic lights; fork right onto Trafalgar Street then take the first left off the roundabout at the end of the street; you are now on Manchester Road. Burnley Mechanics is on the left next to the Town Hall.
There is a bus stop directly outside the building.
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