Based on the legendary Hilton twins, Daisy and Violet, SIDE SHOW follows their heartwarming search for first love and acceptance amidst the spectacle of fame and scrutiny under the spotlight. The world of SIDE SHOW is set against the backdrop of 1920's and '30s show business that seamlessly blend the worlds of carnival, vaudeville, and Hollywood glamour.
Directed by Academy Award-winner Bill Condon (Chicago, Dreamgirls, Twilight: Breaking Dawn Parts 1 and 2, Gods and Monsters) making his Broadway debut, this exciting new staging of SIDE SHOW has "the flash and velocity of a Hollywood motion picture" and "puts gripping emotion in the main tent" (Los Angeles Times).
Don't miss this remarkable true story of two sisters. The very thing that makes them different... makes them extraordinary.
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Brandon Andrus, a Bucks County native and Ithaca College graduate, brought his diverse talents to the stage in Side Show, showcasing his passion for the arts alongside his love for photography and animal rescue. more...
Erin Davie, who portrayed Violet Hilton in the Broadway production of Side Show, has also brought the character to life in the La Jolla Playhouse's world premiere of the show. more...
Matthew Hydzik, known for his Broadway roles in The Cher Show and Side Show, also brought his talent to the regional production of Side Show at La Jolla Playhouse. more...
Robert Joy, who graced the Broadway stage in Side Show, has an extensive and diverse career spanning theater, film, and television, including notable performances in The Public's Socrates and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, as well as roles in films like Desperately Seeking Susan and TV series such as "CSI: NY." more...
David St. Louis, who graced the Broadway stage in the past with his performances in shows like Side Show, has an extensive theatre background that includes both Broadway and regional productions, as well as notable television and film appearances. more...
Emily Padgett, known for her role as Daisy Hilton in the Broadway production of Side Show, has also received critical acclaim for her performance in the regional production of the same show, earning a San Diego Theatre Critics Circle Award and a Helen Hayes Nomination. more...
Blair Ross, who appeared on Broadway in Side Show, made her LCT debut in Lerner & Loewe's My Fair Lady and has an extensive theater background including performances in Jekyll & Hyde and 42nd Street. more...
Hannah Shankman, who has previously graced the Broadway stage in Side Show, brings a wealth of experience from her diverse career in theater, including notable performances in both regional productions and national tours. more...
Ryan Silverman, who earned a Best Actor Drama Desk nomination for his role in Side Show on Broadway, has also captivated audiences with his performances in Chicago, The Phantom of the Opera, and Cry-Baby. more...
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Awards and Nominations
2015 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Ryan Silverman was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Erin Davie was nominated but did not win.
Side Show FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Come Look at the Freaks
Happy Birthday to You and to You
I'm Daisy, I'm Violet
Like Everyone Else
You Deserve a Better Life
Crazy, Deaf and Blind
The Devil You Know
More Than We Bargained For
Feelings You've Got to Hide
When I'm by Your Side
Say Goodbye to the Freak Show
Overnight Sensation
Leave Me Alone
We Share Everything
Buddy Kissed Me
The Interview
Who Will Love Me as I Am?
Rare Songbirds on Display
New Year's Day
Private Conversation
One Plus One Equals Three
You Should Be Loved
Tunnel of Love
Beautiful Day for a Wedding
Buddy's Confession
Marry Me, Terry
I Will Never Leave You
What Would That Be Like?
Ready to Play
Two Gems in a Single Shell
Stuck with You
We Hardly Know She's Around
She's Gone
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