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Welcome to Burnley Mechanics

Welcome to our 20th year of entertainment, featuring a wealth of new and inspiring shows, international festivals, special events, lectures and much, much more.

Twenty years ago this September Burnley Council opened the doors of the Mechanics Theatre to present the very best in entertainment, special events and activities for the people of Burnley and East Lancashire. Since that time the Mechanics have hosted some of the world’s finest talent from all realms of the performing arts, ensuring our international status as a unique, vibrant and bustling venue remains as strong today as it was twenty years ago.

Within the venue there are two friendly bars offering the perfect social base to compliment and support the wide range of professional and amateur entertainment on offer throughout the season.

The Stage Door Bar, exclusive to theatre patrons only, offers the ideal way to enhance your evening.  Before you take your seat relax in the comfortable and friendly surroundings while you pre order your interval drinks to avoid the rush. Oliver’s bar, open to the general public from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive stages regular live music events featuring the very best of local, regional and international talent.

The Auditorium, Stage Door Bar and Oliver’s Bar are all available for private hire, parties, events, meetings and seminars. Call the administration department on 01282 664411 for the Auditorium or 01282 422212 for both The Stage Door and Oliver’s Bar.

For more information on all Burnley Mechanics events call the box office on 01282 664400

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Burnley Mechanics is owned and operated by Burnley Borough Council.