The Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience

Chris Perondi (aka the Stunt Dog Guy TM) and wife Suhey Perondi, along with their famous stunt dogs are out of this world! The Perondis are master dog trainers and have been entertaining audiences of all sizes since 1999. They have produced over 10,000 live shows since the birth of the show using positive training methods. Over 5,000 have been stage shows for performing arts theaters and for major theme parks, such as: Silver Dollar City in Branson (MO), Dollywood (TN), Stone Mountain Park (GA), Worlds of Fun (MO), Valleyfair Theme Park (MN), Knotts Berry Farm (CA), Carowinds (NC) and Six Flags of America (MD).

The Perondis and their cast of human performers and dogs will delight audiences of all ages. They guarantee high-energy excitement from beginning to end. During this “Stunt Dog Experience” you will witness some of the most incredible stunts and behaviors ever performed by dogs. The experience has amazing tricks, big air stunts, comedy antics, dancing dogs, athletic feats, and is the most entertaining show of its kind.

You will meet a cast of delightful performers along with up to two-dozen talented pound pups. The show is truly unique and brings forth pet adoption awareness. All the dogs have been rescued from pounds and shelters from across the country. Their mission is to promote animal rescue, pet adoption, encourage spay & neutering, and encourage people to spend more time with their pets. The Perondis are also authors and their first book is now available worldwide titled, “The Big Book of Tricks for the Best Dog Ever”.

Don’t forget “Diggy the Dog TM” the human sized canine mascot! Diggy is always trying to be a part of the show in some silly way. He will try to convince everyone that he is the real star of the show. During the process you will laugh as he tries his paws at jumping rope like the four legged stars. He will also beg to do the Perondis famous daredevil stunt. Can Diggy jump as high as the four-legged stunt dog? – – – You will soon find out!

Every show also includes interactive crowd participation. It’s not just a show, it’s an experience! Audience members will chant “Higher” and “Dog gone fun!” throughout the show and be involved in the excitement of the production. The audience will even be split into two teams and everyone will cheer on their team of dogs during the “Golden Bone Showdown”. The trick dog challenge will be judged and won by audience applause; and the athletic challenges will be won based on speed, accuracy, and leaping ability. Prepare to be blown away by the most agile dogs in the world; from
world-class Frisbee catching dogs, high-jumping challenges, to racing events; this is a show you won’t want to miss!

Over the years the Perondis have been featured on TV numerous times. You may have seen them on the Oprah Winfrey Show, Ellen DeGeneres Show, the Tonight Show, Good Morning America, CBS Early Show, the Queen Latifah show, Animal Planet’s Pet Stars, NatGeo Wild, DisneyPlus, or during the annual Rose Parade on every major network, and much more. They have also starred in commercials and have been featured in magazines such as Sports Illustrated, National Geographic for Kids, Dog Fancy, BARK Magazine, and 100’s of regional publications.

The Perondis truly deliver a theater masterpiece by mixing dog sports and performing arts in a one-of-a-kind theatrical production!

Tickets general on sale starts Friday, October 17th at 10AM local. Tickets are available online at: https://rialtosquare.com/

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MJ Live

A long time fan of the ‘King Of Pop,’ Michael Jackson, Jalles began imitating the star’s signature dance moves during his routines at Studio 54 and various other venues. Soon after the passing of his idol, Jalles began dedicating his talents to pay tribute to the late Superstar. Jalles has won numerous contests for “Best Michael Jackson Impersonator,” Best overall “look” and “Best Moonwalk.” Billing himself as “MJ THE LEGEND” Jalles has thrilled audiences at private and corporate events, festivals and tribute shows throughout Las Vegas, Hollywood, Dubai and more.

MJ Live, the nation’s #1 Michael Jackson tribute show, at the Stratosphere Hotel & Casino is proud to feature the extremely talented Franca as one of its’ star performers and audiences in Las Vegas and in theaters across the country agree with their nightly standing ovations.

Tickets general on sale starts Friday, October 10th at 10AM local. Tickets are available online at: https://rialtosquare.com/

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John Crist Live!

John Crist is one of today’s fastest-rising stand-up comedians, earning more than one billion video views, more than 7.9 million fans on social media and sold-out shows from coast to coast and continuously charts as one of Pollstar’s Top 10 Global Touring Comedians. John has sold out the majority of his 2025 U.S. ‘Jokes For Humans’ dates and recently launched a Fall extension – which kicked off at Las Vegas’ Encore Theater and will visit cities like Austin, Louisville, Cleveland and more later this year.

His latest comedy special John Crist: Emotional Support (February 18), showcases his skills in delivering witty, pop culture commentary through clean humor. Filmed just six miles from his childhood home in Lilburn, GA, John Crist: Emotional Support sees the viral comedian diving into the ever-changing dynamics of growing up Christian in the 90s, navigating family group texts, mediating fights on the neighborhood Facebook page and more. In its first three weeks, the special earned more than 2.1 million stand-alone views, with social media clips surpassing 20 million views, as it
continues to grow in viewership.

Crist’s latest comedy special follows a record touring year in 2024 and his 2023 special John Crist: Would Like To Release A Statement (available on YouTube), which amassed more than 4.2 million views and more than 200 million views across social media clips. In 2022, his independently-released special What Are We Doing? racked up more than 100 million views across platforms and is now available to stream on Hulu.

Crist’s Net Positive Podcast regularly charts on Spotify and Apple’s top podcast charts and is filmed in downtown Nashville. It has featured a variety of guests including Matt Rife, Leanne Morgan, Michael W. Smith, Creed Lead Singer Scott Stapp, Dave Ramsey, Kirk Herbstreit, David Crowder, Brett Cooper, Breland, Ernest, Trey Kennedy, Tyler Hubbard, Warren Zeiders, Chelcie Lynn (“Trailer Trash Tammy”), Michael Knowles, John Delony, Clay Travis, Jenn Johnson, Matt Walsh and more.

Earlier this year, Crist made his late-night debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and he has also made appearances on ESPN’s SEC Network “SEC Gameday” as a co-host, Good Morning America, SHERRI, ESPN, Sports Illustrated, CBS Sports, Barstool Sports, Buzzfeed and Theo Von’s This Past Weekend just to name a few. For more information, visit johncristcomedy.com.

Tickets general on sale starts Friday, October 10 at 10AM local. Tickets are available online at: https://rialtosquare.com/

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World Ballet Company: Cinderella

Step into the magical world of Cinderella, live on stage!

The beloved fairy tale comes to life in a spectacular Broadway-style production that delights all ages, blending humor, romance, and the timeless majesty of classical ballet.

World Ballet Company’s Cinderella features a dazzling cast of 40 international dancers, over 150 radiant hand-sewn costumes, exquisite hand-crafted sets, and enchanting choreography by Marina Kesler. From the mischievous evil stepsisters to the breathtaking ballroom scenes, every moment is filled with charm, wonder and everything you’ve loved about this story for years.

Join us for an unforgettable journey of magic, beauty, and the promise of “happily ever after.” But remember, when the clock strikes midnight, everything will change…

Duration: 2 hours (including 20-minute intermission)
Audience: For ages 2 & over
WBC Website: https://worldballetcompany.com/joliet2 

World Ballet Company – Ballet Everywhere, Ballet For All.

*About the Company: Based in Los Angeles, and led by Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick, the World Ballet Company presents the most beloved and iconic ballets of our time in cities nationwide. Driven by the belief that ballet is for everyone, performances appeal to newcomers and seasoned ballet goers alike. The company attracts many international artists and comprises renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries.

To date, World Ballet Company has traveled to more than 300 cities, reaching an audience of more than 500,000, many of whom are first-time attendees to a ballet.

Tickets general on sale starts Friday, October 10th at 10AM local. Tickets are available online at: https://rialtosquare.com/

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Drew Lynch

Comedian and actor Drew Lynch captured the hearts of America with his Golden Buzzer performance on Season 10 of America’s Got Talent (NBC), where he finished in second place. Since then, Drew has amassed millions of followers on social media while touring the world nonstop to sold out audiences. In February 2023, Drew released his second special ‘And These Are Jokes’ which is catching steam all over the internet. He also appeared in a recurring role in the final season of IFC’s hit series Maron as well as TBS’ Conan. A favorite on the podcast circuit, Drew has made multiple appearances on some of the most downloaded shows, giving his unique take on everything from pop culture to news headlines to the life of a traveling comic.

Tickets general on sale starts Friday, October 3rd at 10AM local. Tickets are available online at: https://rialtosquare.com/

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Masters of Illusion

Masters of Illusion has performed live in front of tens of thousands of people around the US for the past seven years and been seen by over 100 million viewers on the CW network as well as in 126 countries around the world. Starring the world’s greatest award-winning magicians, this 21st century magic show is unlike anything you have seen before – filled with modern illusions and arts of deception, performed live on stage. Audiences will be held at the edge of their seats by the jaw-dropping grand illusions, and laugh out loud at the hysterical comedy magic as performers from around the world combine fantasy, fervor and flair with magic created in front of their very eyes.

Tickets general on sale starts Friday, October 3rd at 10AM local. Tickets are available online at: https://rialtosquare.com/

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