Legendary rockers Night Ranger to perform at Rialto Square Theatre June 9

Legendary rock band Night Ranger will perform at the Rialto Square Theatre in downtown Joliet on Sunday, June 9.

Night Ranger is comprised of three original band members –bassist/vocalist Jack Blades, guitarist Brad Gillis and drummer Kelly Keagy – along with keyboardist Eric Levy and guitarist Keri Kelli.

The band had huge hits in the 1980s with “Sister Christian,” “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me,” “When You Close Your Eyes” and “(You Can Still) Rock in America,” and has sold more than 17 million albums worldwide, according to a news release from the Rialto Square Theatre.

Night Ranger is touring in support of its 40th anniversary and to celebrate the recently released live album “40 Years and a Night with Contemporary Youth Orchestra,” in which the band performed with Cleveland’s acclaimed Contemporary Youth Orchestra. The live concert event was turned into a two-part special for AXS TV in fall of 2023.

Over the years, the band’s music has made notable contributions in many different areas of global media and pop culture. Night Ranger’s songs can be heard in TV shows such as ”American Dad,” “Glee,” “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Parks & Recreation.” Their music also has been featured in video games such as Rock Band, Guitar Hero and Grand Theft Auto, plus the hit Broadway musical “Rock of Ages,” the Oscar-nominated film “Boogie Nights” and other movies such as “Friday the 13th,” “Teachers,” “Sixteen Candles” and “The Secret of My Success.”

Tickets start at $41, and can be purchased at rialtosquare.com.