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Peter Noone; photo by Jim Smeal/BEI/Shutterstock
AVON PARK, Fla. – Nov. 4, 2025 – The Iconic English ‘60s beat band Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone rings in the holiday season at the Wildstein Center for the Performing Arts at South Florida State College (SFSC) in Avon Park on Sunday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. The show will feature a playlist of Christmas tunes and the band’s classic hits, a festive concert that will transport audiences back in time.
At the age of 15, Noone achieved international fame as “Herman,” lead singer of the legendary pop band Herman’s Hermits who had 11 hits on Billboard’s Hot Top 20 List. Scoring their first hit in 1964 with “I’m Into Something Good,” Herman’s Hermits were members of the British Invasion along with The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Who.
Classic Herman’s Hermits hits include: “I’m Into Something Good,” “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter,” “I’m Henry VIII, I Am,” “There’s A Kind of Hush,” “The End of the World,” and “Dandy.” Ultimately, Herman’s Hermits sold over 60 million recordings. In all, 14 singles and seven albums went gold. The Hermits were twice named Cashbox’s “Entertainer of the Year.”
Noone and Herman’s Hermits tour the globe, consistently playing to sold-out venues. An Olde English Christmas features many holiday favorites like “The Little Drummer Boy,” “The Holly and the Ivy,” “Do You Hear What I Hear?” and “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear.”
“The stage will be dressed in holiday finery,” said Cindy Garren, director of cultural programs at SFSC. “Joy Loomis and the Avon Park High School Show Choir will open the show with some old carols and a few fun modern tunes. The show will be merry, jolly, and amusing—perfect for the Christmas season.”
Tickets are $45, 40, $35, and $30, and are available online at SFSCarts.org, by phone at 863-784-7178, or at the Box Office located on the SFSC’s Highlands Campus at 600 W. College Drive in Avon Park. There is a $3 per ticket processing fee. Groups of 12 or more save 15%.
Educators from Highlands, Hardee, and DeSoto counties receive a 50% discount through the Teachers Rush program. Show a valid school district ID and receive two tickets at 50% off. Available only at the SFSC Box Office, night of show.
As “Herman,” the photogenic Noone graced the cover of nearly every international publication, including Time Magazine. He performed on hundreds of top-rated television programs and appeared with such luminaries as Ed Sullivan, Jackie Gleason, Dean Martin, and Danny Kaye. He also starred in ABC’s musical version of “The Canterville Ghost,” Hallmark Hall of Fame’s presentation of the classic Pinocchio (in which he played the title role) and three highly successful feature films for MGM: “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter,” “Hold On!” and “When the Boys Meet the Girls.”
Throughout the ‘70s, Noone performed, composed songs, and produced recordings with such artists as David Bowie, Debby Boone, and Graham Gouldman. His album with the Tremblers, “Twice Nightly” and his solo effort “One of The Glory Boys” were both critically and commercially successful. With characteristic zeal, Noone took on leading roles in the full-scale theatrical productions of “Dick Wittington,” “Aladdin,” and “Sinbad the Sailor.” These live stage spectaculars were mounted at major theatres throughout Great Britain and Noone was highly praised for his outstanding work.
The ‘80s found Noone starring on Broadway in the New York Shakespeare Festival’s production of “The Pirates of Penzance.” He won rave reviews for his superb portrayal of the dashing, young hero, Frederic. His performance was so well received that he went on to reprise the role at the world-famous Drury Lane Theatre in London. Noone charmed audiences worldwide as he continued to play Frederic with both the U.S. National Touring Company and the International Touring Company of “Pirates.”
The performance is sponsored by Bill and Lisa Jarrett, AdventHealth, Heartland Periodontics, and Horton FL LLC. This concert is funded in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts.
The Wildstein Center for the Performing Arts is a 1,460-seat performing arts venue that presents over 30 international and national touring performances. Upcoming performances include: Flor de la Noche Buena on Dec. 7; Deana Carter on Jan. 10; Bored Teachers Comedy Tour “Is it Friday Yet?” on Jan. 15; Floyd Nation on Jan. 30; Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Hollywood on Feb. 21; Rhythm of the Dance on Feb. 24; Stomp on March 1; and The Lovin’ Spoonful on March 26.
For a complete schedule and to view artist videos, visit SFSCarts.org.
