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Side Show

Closed December 3, 2016

A heartwarming musical that explores love and acceptance

Why See Side Show?

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The Broadway cult hit musical makes its UK Premiere!

Never to shy away from potentially risky show material, Southwark Playhouse play host to Broadway critical flop, but cult hit musical, Side Show. Following the tale of two conjoined twin sisters plucked from a seedy circus show into the limelight of the American Orpheum circuit, this is a tale of love and redemption amidst the oppressive limelight of 1920s vaudeville. This new production follows the 2014 Broadway revival, produced by Paul Taylor Mills with cast to be announced at a later date.

This partially re-imagined true story follows the changing fortunes of the real-life conjoined twin Hilton Sisters, who are struggling to make ends meet playing a headline act at a seedy side show, and controlled by an exploitative ringmaster. However, one night their fortunes take a lift when they are taken up by a talent agent, who then thrusts them into the blinding spotlight of 1920s vaudeville. As one relishes fame and the spoils it brings, the other sister yearns for the quiet life with a man who loves her just for who she is. But as the highest paid act on the circuit, how can the sisters both balance their lives with ambition and acceptance?

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Dates

Opening night: 21 October 2016

Audience

Suitable for ages 12+

And before you stop reading

Image taken from the 2014 Broadway revival production

MASKS

You may be required to wear a mask during this performance. Please contact the venue directly for more information.

Cast and Creative

Creative

Directed by Hannah Chissick

Casting by Will Burton CDG

Produced by Paul Taylor-MIlls

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