Joliet's Renaissance Man Brings 'Shamrockin’ Good Time' To Rialto

JOLIET, IL — Joliet's Renaissance man Tim Placher and his ensemble of talented musicians returns to the Rialto Square Theatre stage at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 18, for "A Shamrockin’ Good Time."

A Joliet native and music teacher, Placher brings his third showcase of local talent to the Rialto. While the group’s previous shows featured beloved rock songs, “A Shamrockin’ Good Time” celebrates St. Patrick’s Day and will include the best in both traditional and contemporary Irish music.

“We’re all excited to be returning to the Rialto and grateful to be part of this wonderful event,” Placher said. “We’re going to have 30 musicians and singers, Irish dancers, pipers, a youth choir, and more."

According to Rialto's marketing staff, guests can expect to hear everything from traditional Irish music to U2 and The Cranberries.

Along with spotlighting local talent, this show will also benefit the Rialto Square Theatre Foundation, which provides critical support for the theatre and its outreach activities.

As part of the event, the Rialto Square Theatre Foundation will offer raffles, a whiskey tasting, Irish Food courtesy of Harrah’s Joliet, and Irish entertainment in the rotunda. Doors for the event open at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m

An exclusive whiskey tasting upgrade for an additional $25 includes seven samples and souvenir glass. Tickets for “A Shamrockin’ Good Time” are $25 for adults, $15 for kids and available
at www.rialtosquare.com, the theater box office or by calling the Rialto at 815-726-6600.