The Australian Pink Floyd Show: Wish You Were Here 50th Anniversary Tour will be at the Rialto Square Theatre in downtown Joliet Wednesday, Aug. 6.
The original show date was scheduled for May 15, but was postponed until August due to logistical issues, according to a news release from the theatre.
Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s formation in 1965 as well as the 50th Anniversary of their album, Wish You Were Here, The Australian Pink Floyd Show returns in 2025. Having sold more than 4 million tickets worldwide, The Australian Pink Floyd Show gave its first ever concert in Adelaide, Australia in 1988. Since then, they have performed in over 35 countries worldwide; played at Pink Floyd co-founder David Gilmour’s 50th birthday celebration and were even joined on stage by Gilmour and co-founder Rick Wright, according to a news release from the theater.
Performing the music of Pink Floyd with note for note perfection, this critically acclaimed show has been astonishing audiences worldwide for almost 40 years. Always striving to reproduce the complete Pink Floyd experience and bring the music to new audiences, The Australian Pink Floyd Show inspired a whole new genre of acts.
The show includes a world class light and laser show, video animations, state of the art, high resolution LED screen technology and other special effects. In addition and in true Pink Floyd tradition, there are several huge inflatables including a giant pig, and their own unique Pink Kangaroo, according to the release.
Ticket prices start at $37.50 and are available online at Ticketmaster.com.
All tickets for the original performance date will be honored for the new date. If patrons are unable to attend the new date, they should contact the original point of purchase for a refund before May 2.
If tickets were purchased at the Rialto Box Office and patrons would like to request a refund or for any other inquiries, contact the Box Office at 815-726-6600 or email boxoffice@rialtosquare.com.
For more information, visit www.rialtosquare.com.