---
title: "Backstage Pass"
description: "The glamour and glitz of showbiz hold little appeal for Sian. As the daughter of a professional makeup artist, she knows how stressful and uncertain work can be"
image: "https://t.vndb.org/cv/60/79560.jpg"
---

# Backstage Pass

![Backstage Pass](https://t.vndb.org/cv/60/79560.jpg)

**Developer:** sakevisual

**Release date:** Aug 11, 2016

**Platform:** Windows, Linux, macOS, Android

**Language:** English, Russian, Chinese (simplified), Vietnamese

**Rating:** 6.6/10 (224 votes)

## Description
The glamour and glitz of showbiz hold little appeal for Sian. As the daughter of a professional makeup artist, she knows how stressful and uncertain work can be, and she aspires to something more stable. When a sudden accident topples her plans for a smooth college life, she realizes she must put her own makeup skills to use if she wants to make it through the year. The entertainment world may be wild and unpredictable, but Sian is about to learn there's also a lot to love…

[From [official website](http://sakevisual.com/backstagepass/info.html)]

## Characters
### Sian Goodin
A young makeup artist currently trying to balance work with her first year of college. She's smart, skilled, and generally a friendly person, but she has a mild case of agoraphobia, which makes being in crowds difficult for her. Not the ideal situation for a girl who works with celebrities, but she makes it work.

- **Gender:** Female
- **Birthday:** 4 March
- **Hair:** Violet, Long
- **Body:** Slim, Pale, Young-adult
- **Personality:** Hard Worker, Friendly, Smart
- **Eyes:** Grey
- **Role:** University Student, Blogger
- **Clothes:** Ribbon Hair Tie
- **Voiced by:** Tia Ballard

### Adam Eaton
Adam and Sian grew up next door to each other on a small island in Hawaii. They've been close friends ever since a particularly awkward summer incident. He's laid back, relaxed, and generally likes to take things at his own pace. He spent most of his days writing bits of music as a way of avoiding doing homework. A producer recently discovered some of the songs he posted online and offered him a contract. His first single was a hit, and the sudden flood of attention is a bit overwhelming, but he's doing his best to take it in stride.

- **Gender:** Male
- **Birthday:** 8 October
- **Hair:** Black
- **Body:** Teen, Slim, Olive
- **Eyes:** Blue
- **Role:** Childhood Friend, University Student, Singer
- **Personality:** Relaxed
- **Voiced by:** Micah Solusod

### Alvin Wright
A professional tutor with a passion for computer science. The only time he's not talking about math or programming is when he's geeking out over his favorite TV series, Knight Errant.

- **Gender:** Male
- **Alias:** Blue Moon
- **Role:** Tutor, Asexual, Teaching Assistant
- **Voiced by:** Austin Tindle

### Benito Kouyama
Benito is a genius kid who developed a passion for magic after seeing a magic show on TV when he was a little boy. Ever since, he's devoted his free time to developing his own tricks. He's intelligent beyond his years, and he excels at reading peoples' emotions. However, he's very new to the game, and he can be impatient about getting his career going. He gives off an aura of being impulsive, but everything he does is calculated and precise.

- **Gender:** Male
- **Aliases:** Benito Zero, Ben
- **Birthday:** 10 April
- **Hair:** Green
- **Body:** Teen, Slim, Pale
- **Role:** Magician
- **Eyes:** Green
- **Voiced by:** Casey Mongillo

### John Brandon
A British actor known around the world for his role as the lead character in the long-running TV Drama, Knight Errant. John’s poised, polished, and mature, but he’s grown a bit tired of a one-note career. Despite having several other credits to his name, people rarely see him for more than his most famous role. He’s decided to take a break and move to the United States for a while to work on other aspects of the industry. He’s currently Adam Eaton’s music producer, and he’s working with a co-producer to pitch a new TV series. While he has a gentleman’s aura to him, he’s quick to cut out anyone who he thinks isn’t taking things seriously.

- **Gender:** Male
- **Birthday:** 7 June
- **Hair:** Blond, Short
- **Body:** Slim, Pale, Adult
- **Eyes:** Blue
- **Role:** British, Actor, Famous, Bisexual
- **Voiced by:** Ian Sinclair

### Matthew Partridge
Matthew is a very successful model who's been in the industry since he was a child. His work ranges from mainstream catalogs to avant-garde fashion shows. While on the job, he's cold, calm, and a little bit dark, but that persona is just a facade to hide his true nature. His controlling mother has kept him from socializing his entire life, so he's exceedingly shy and prone to panicking if he thinks he's said something wrong. His mother is currently trying to get him to break into acting, but he's not sure that's what he wants to do with his life.

- **Gender:** Male
- **Alias:** Matthew Midnight
- **Birthday:** 25 June
- **Hair:** Blond, Long
- **Body:** Slim, Pale, Young-adult
- **Eyes:** Amber
- **Clothes:** Scarf, Vest, Chain Jewellery, Watch
- **Personality:** Shy
- **Role:** Son, Older Brother, Model
- **Voiced by:** Joel McDonald

### Nicole
A carefree model with a natural beauty and a keen sense of fashion. She and Matthew were hired to do a shoot together, and she's been interested in him ever since. Impulsive, territorial, and a little bit spoiled.

- **Gender:** Female
- **Hair:** Blond
- **Role:** Daughter, Homosexual, Younger Sister, Model
- **Voiced by:** Monica Rial

### Allison Brandon
An aspiring actress trying to break into television on her own. Energetic, outgoing, and vibrant, but not terribly good at acting. She makes friends easily, and she's a hard worker, but it might be difficult for her to advance on nothing but enthusiasm.

- **Gender:** Female
- **Hair:** Brown, Twin Tails
- **Eyes:** Green
- **Voiced by:** Erica Mendez

### Celina Harroway
A former child star, Celina is slated to play the lead in Lloyd Newton's upcoming TV series. She treats everyone respectfully, behaves professionally, and is an excellent actress, but she's emotionally distant from everyone around her. The gossip rags speak of some wild teenage years, but no one knows if any of it is true.

[From official website]

- **Gender:** Female
- **Hair:** Brown
- **Eyes:** Blue
- **Voiced by:** Sarah Anne Williams

### Dale Vincent
A photographer who's grown disillusioned with the entertainment industry. He continues his work because he's good at it and it pays the bills, but he finds actors, directors, and everyone else in the "biz" to be annoying and self-absorbed.

- **Gender:** Male
- **Clothes:** Jacket
- **Role:** Professional Photographer
- **Voiced by:** Matthew Curtis

### Lloyd Newton
Lloyd is an award-winning director and a budding producer. He attended university in the UK where he and John shared a flat. The two grew very close, and agreed that one day they'd produce a show together. They're currently pitching a new TV series that they hope will be a hit. He has a very loose style of directing, often asking actors to improv or try out new lines on the spot.

[From official website]

- **Gender:** Male
- **Birthday:** 1 July
- **Hair:** Red, Ponytail, Shoulder-length
- **Eyes:** Green
- **Body:** Adult
- **Clothes:** Earrings
- **Role:** Homosexual
- **Voiced by:** Lucien Dodge

### Madeline
Former model, and original poster girl for her own line of cosmetics. Madeline had an extremely successful career, and now she expects her son Matthew to do the same. She'll do whatever it takes to give her son a competitive edge.

- **Gender:** Female
- **Role:** Mother, Model
- **Voiced by:** Karen Hayman

### Professor Bill Couvalt
A harsh teacher famously known for being unforgiving with his grading. Teaches several intro courses, so every incoming student has to make it through at least one of his classes. Also serves as Sian's academic adviser.

- **Gender:** Male
- **Role:** University Teacher
- **Voiced by:** Kevin M. Connolly

### Professor Meridia
Freeform, relaxed, and encouraging. She spends most of her time with grad students, but teaches a single intro course so she can get an idea of who she might be working with in the future.

- **Gender:** Female
- **Body:** Old
- **Subject of:** Death
- **Personality:** Relaxed
- **Role:** University Teacher
- **Voiced by:** Kimlinh Tran

### Rachel Alexi
A confident, career-oriented woman with aspirations of becoming a professional script writer. Extroverted, quick-witted, and hard working. She's spent enough time in the industry to make some connections, and she's currently looking for an agent for her scripts. She has little tolerance for people who do nothing but wait for their "big break," and she often encourages Sian to speak up for herself.

[From official website]

- **Gender:** Female
- **Hair:** Blue, Short
- **Body:** Dark
- **Voiced by:** Terri Doty

### Blanche
- **Gender:** Female
- **Traits:** 
- **Voiced by:** Kimlinh Tran

### David Goodin
- **Gender:** Male
- **Alias:** Dave
- **Role:** Father
- **Voiced by:** Christopher Sabat

### Lena
- **Gender:** Female
- **Traits:** 
- **Voiced by:** Amber Lee Connors

### Ling Goodin
- **Gender:** Female
- **Role:** Mother
- **Voiced by:** Melissa D. Sternenberg

### Masahiro Kouyama
- **Gender:** Male
- **Traits:** 
- **Voiced by:** Edwyn Tiong

### Merui Lucas
- **Gender:** Female
- **Aliases:** Rui, RuiOfTheSword
- **Measurements:** Height: 160cm, Weight: 48kg
- **Birthday:** 8 November
- **Hair:** Shoulder-length, Orange
- **Body:** Slim, Pale, Young-adult
- **Eyes:** Amber, Tareme
- **Role:** Gamer
- **Voiced by:** Apphia Yu

### Peter
- **Gender:** Male
- **Traits:** 
- **Voiced by:** Daniel J. Edwards

### Trina
- **Gender:** Female
- **Traits:** 
- **Voiced by:** Caitlynn French

## Shops
- [Official Website](http://www.otomedream.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=774737)
- [Steam](https://store.steampowered.com/app/288220/)
- [Itch](https://sakevisual.itch.io/backstage-pass)

## Releases
### Chinese (simplified)
- **2016-02-25**: Muhou Lian'ai Xuke - [Official website](http://www.otomedream.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=774737)

### English
- **2016-08-11**: Backstage Pass - [Official website](http://www.sakevisual.com/backstagepass/), [Steam](https://store.steampowered.com/app/288220/), [SteamDB](https://steamdb.info/app/288220/info/), [Itch.io](https://sakevisual.itch.io/backstage-pass)

### Russian
- **2018-09-26**: Propusk za kulisy - [Official website](https://vk.com/wall-76365526_1639)
- **2018-09-27**: Propusk za kulissy - [Official website](https://vk.com/visual_android?w=wall-69564393_16072)
- **2024-07-09**: Propusk za kulissy - [Official website](https://t.me/visual_novels_for_android/1585)

### Vietnamese
- **TBA**: Câu chuyện hậu đài

## Tags
ADV, Dating Simulation, Romance, Girl x Girl Romance, Female Protagonist, Adult Protagonist, Multiple Endings, No Sexual Content, Unlockable Routes, Lesbian Heroine, Otome Game, Student Protagonist, Branching Plot, Friendship, Protagonist with a Face, Animated Ending, Insert Songs, Protagonist's Childhood Friend as a Hero, Adult Hero, Date Display, Musician Hero, Singer Hero, University Student Protagonist, More Than Seven Endings, Ending List, Actor Hero, Performing Arts Director Hero, Changeable Clothes, Model Hero, Unlockable Bonus Content, Strong Female Protagonist, Protagonist with a Sprite, Friendship Ending, LGBTQ Issues, Both Male and Female Love Interests, Achievements, May-December Romance, Homosexual Hero, Friendship Route, Non-Japanese Voice Acting, Music Recollection

## More Games from sakevisual
- [Ripples](https://pinovel.net/v988)
- [[text] - A Summer Story](https://pinovel.net/v5506)
- [The Cute, Light and Fluffy Project](https://pinovel.net/v2366)
- [RE: Alistair](https://pinovel.net/v3720)
- [Jisei](https://pinovel.net/v4406)
- [My Magical Cosplay Cafe](https://pinovel.net/v6854)
- [Kansei](https://pinovel.net/v7594)
- [Yousei](https://pinovel.net/v9857)
- [Backstage Pass](https://pinovel.net/v11948)
- [Every Sunrise](https://pinovel.net/v8406)
- [Shinsei](https://pinovel.net/v17506)
- [Confectionarius](https://pinovel.net/v40750)

---
*View the full details at [pinovel.net/v11948](https://pinovel.net/v11948).*

```json
{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"VideoGame","@id":"https://pinovel.net/v11948#game","name":"Backstage Pass","description":"The glamour and glitz of showbiz hold little appeal for Sian. As the daughter of a professional makeup artist, she knows how stressful and uncertain work can be","url":"https://pinovel.net/v11948","image":"https://t.vndb.org/cv/60/79560.jpg","author":{"@type":"Organization","name":"sakevisual"},"aggregateRating":{"@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":"6.6","bestRating":10,"worstRating":1,"ratingCount":224}}
```