Universal Pictures Signs on as Producer for Broadway's SIDE SHOW

The upcoming Broadway reimagining of Side Show, which opens on Broadway this fall, has just gained a new producer. According to Deadline, Universal Pictures has just joined the producing team for Academy Award® winner Bill Condon's theatrical debut as director.

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Side Show is inspired by the remarkable true story of the Hilton twins, Daisy and Violet, who were legends in their time and the highest paid performers on the vaudeville circuit. Side Show is their heartwarming search for first love and acceptance amidst the spectacle of fame and scrutiny under the spotlight. Mr.Condon's vivid production of Side Showseamlessly blends the worlds of carnival, vaudeville, and Hollywood glamour.

The original musical, beloved by legions of fans, premiered on Broadway in 1997, and was hailed as "Something to marvel at" (Ben Brantley, New York Times). It went on to earn four Tony Award® nominations including Best Musical, Best Original Score of a Musical and Best Book of a Musical.

Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased by visiting SideShowBroadway.com. Side Show will begin Previews on Broadway Tuesday, October 28 with an official Opening Night on Monday, November 17.