Scary Larry Sideshow is not your average festival entertainment—it’s a bold, darkly comedic spectacle that pushes boundaries and keeps crowds watching in disbelief. Created and performed by seasoned variety artist Larry Rundle, this adult-oriented sideshow act was featured at Six Flags’ The Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom in Lake George, NY from 2011 to 2016, captivating audiences with danger, shock, and twisted humor.
This show delivers a creepy, hilarious take on classic sideshow arts, blending circus danger with theatrical flair. Scary Larry performs a lineup of jaw-dropping feats designed to thrill and unsettle, including fire eating and a dramatic “human volcano” finale. Audience members witness antique tools—drills, hammers, nails, and screwdrivers—used in ways they’ll never forget, along with a brutal bed of nails routine involving cinder blocks and a sledgehammer.
The spectacle continues with a pile of broken glass, a straitjacket escape, a ladder of swords, razor blades threaded with dental floss, and just enough fire juggling to keep the tension blazing. Carefully selected music and choreography heighten the drama, while Larry’s crude, unapologetic humor keeps the crowd laughing between gasps.
This sideshow performance is adult in nature and intentionally edgy, making it ideal for late-night festival programming, alternative stages, and events seeking something daring and unforgettable. While not recommended for small children, the show has proven to be a major draw for curious teens and adults who crave the unexpected.
Perfect for festivals looking to stand out, Scary Larry Sideshow delivers danger, laughter, and spectacle in one unforgettable performance—an experience audiences won’t stop talking about.