Winner of the 1999 Tony Award for Best Play, Warren Leight's Side Man is a tender and poignant memory play about a jazz musician struggling to save both his fading career and troubled home life during the dawn of rock 'n roll in America. In addition to winning the 1999 more...
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Jeff Binder, who played both Clifford and Al in Broadway's "Side Man" and reprised his role as Al for the London premiere, brings a wealth of experience from his diverse career on stage and screen. more...
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Wendy Makkena, renowned for her role as Sister Mary Robert in Sister Act and its sequel, brought her extensive stage experience to the cast of Side Man more...
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Robert Sella, who graced the Broadway stage in productions such as Sylvia, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and notably Sideman, brings a wealth of experience from his diverse performances across theater, film, and television. more...
Frank Wood's award-winning portrayal of Gene in the Broadway production of Side Man showcased his remarkable emotional depth and versatility, earning him both a Tony Award and a Drama League Award. more...
Awards and Nominations
1999 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: Frank Wood won.
1998 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actress - Play: Edie Falco was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Tom Broecker Costume Designer
Bobby H. Grayson Hair and Wig Designer
Michael Mayer Director
Neil Patel Scenic Designer
Kenneth Posner Lighting Designer
Raymond D. Schilke Sound Designer
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