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He has performed for the Queen four times, several presidents and many heads of state.

John Ferak Patch Posted Mon, Aug 18, 2025 at 10:34 am CT

JOLIET, IL — Engelbert Humperdinck: “A Winter World of Love” A Night of Holiday Classics & Greatest Hits will be at the Rialto Square Theatre on Friday, December 5. Tickets are on sale Friday, August 22 at 10 AM.

According to the Rialto's press release,

"In a career spanning over 50 years, Engelbert has generated sales in excess of 140 million records, including 64 gold albums and 35 platinum, four Grammy nominations, a Golden Globe, and stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Las Vegas Walk of Fame, and Leicester Walk of Fame.

"He has performed for the Queen four times, several presidents and many heads of state. He has recorded everything from the most romantic ballads to movie theme songs, disco, rock, and even gospel. His unique voice has charmed millions of fans around the globe.

"However, it’s not just the voice, but the man himself, with his endearing sense of humor and self- deprecating jokes.

"Engelbert has managed to strike a new chord with the younger generation, and his YouTube music videos & social media numbers are incredible.

"Engelbert exploded on to the music scene with The Beatles and the Rolling Stones. The shy handsome man catapulted almost instantly to world icon. He became great friends with Elvis and the two legends often performed each other’s songs. His first single in the charts was “Release Me,” which went into the Guinness Book of Records for achieving 56 consecutive weeks on the charts. It was No. 1 in 11 countries. The following decades see Engelbert constantly touring the world to sell-out crowds. He takes great pleasure in every moment on stage.

"Engelbert’s music has transcended time and his voice continues to reach out to people now – serving to transport and inspire, to embrace and to provoke feelings and emotions...ingredients that are no doubt the essence of his long-lasting success.

"Engelbert’s hit song “A Man Without Love” was featured in Marvel’s “Moon Knight” Disney+ Series. In Sony Pictures’ new Brad Pitt film “Bullet Train” Engelbert’s song “Forever Blowing Bubbles” is featured. And in Netflix’s ‘Umbrella Academy” his “Quando, Quando, Quando” is heard

"This show will be one of the many in the annual holiday series: The Rialto Square Theatre Home for the Holidays! This lineup of family-friendly shows includes classic titles, holiday favorites, well-known artists, and soon-to-be new holiday favorites. All shows will be announced and go on sale in the coming weeks. Please check our website for more information: www.RialtoSquare.com/holidays

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