Photo Flash: Teatro101 Presents SIDE SHOW

This summer, Teatro101 proudly presents Side Show, the rarely producedBroadway cult musical about the famous Hilton Siamese twins. The "freak show" opens August12 th and runs through September 4, 2010.

With music by Henry Krieger and book/lyrics by Bill Russell, Side Show is based on the truestory of Siamese twins Violet and Daisy Hilton. The story is a moving portrait of two womenjoined at the hip who became stars during the depression era of the 1930s, finding love, fame, and even disappointment along the way.

The original Broadway production, featuring Alice Ripleyand Emily Skinner, was nominated for four Tony Awards and includes now Broadway classics like "I Will Never Leave You", "Who Will Love Me As I Am", and "You Should Be Loved". In true Teatro101 style and fashion, you'll experience the grandeur of a large-scale musicaladapted to a small and intimate space. Witness the freaks up close with a fresh concept, cast of 17, an intimate 60-seat theatre, live orchestra, and even a photo exhibit in the lobby inspired fromthemes of the show.

It's the FREAK SHOW of the summer.Side Show is directed by David Gregory and musically directed by Julie Parrish. Its cast features Shelly Work and Amanda Rife as Daisy and Violet Hilton, Larry Munsey as Terry, Chris Rudy asBuddy, Kevin McAllister as Jake, and a cast of ensemble freaks that include Rich Buchanan,Tammy Crisp, Erin Donovan, Jay Gilman, Ryan Haase, Beth Higbee, Charlie Long, AmyLuchey, Kelsey Luchey, Danielle Robinette, Katie O. Solomon, Kristen Zwobot.The show runs August 12 through September 4, 2010 on Thursday (opening night), Fridays andSaturdays at 8 pm, and Sundays at 7 pm. The Sunday, August 15 th show is a special 3pmmatinee. Tickets are $20 general. Performances are held at The Mobtown Theatre in Hampden.For tickets, directions, more information, visit teatro101.com.

Credit card purchases must bemade online, cash only at the door.Teatro101, producer of recent hits Violet and The Little Dog Laughed, provides high quality, accessible theatre that creates a viable forum for constructive communication and a crosspollination throughout global human societies, diverse cultures, and the rapidly changing worldwe share. Teatro101 addresses issues in diversity as well as international themes.

Teatro101 islooking to begin integrating works from Spain into upcoming seasons - and the future possibilityof work produced in its original language

PHOTOGRAPHY BY KEN STANEK at kenstanek.com.