ABOUT THE SHOW
Sister Act is a feel-good musical comedy based on the 1992 film, set in the fabulous late-1970s Philadelphia. When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she’s placed in protective custody where she won’t be found: a convent. Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with the rigid lifestyle of Mother Superior. Using her unique talents, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community, ultimately blowing her cover. Will Deloris and her newly found sisterhood be a match when the murderer shows up?
St. John Theatre will hold auditions for Sister Act on April 10th & 11th 6pm - 10pm each night with call backs on April 13th. St. John Theatre is located at 115 West 4th Street, Reserve, LA 70084.
Night one will be vocal auditions. You are welcome to sing 36 bars of a prepared piece of your choice or you may sing something from the show.
Night two will be choreography and readings.
Sister Act will be performed July 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20 at 7:30pm and July 14th at 2:30pm.
Sister Act will be directed by Lucas Harms.
We are looking for confident male and female singers and dancers for lead roles and ensemble.
We encourage community members of all cultural backgrounds to join us. We are a community theater that wants to see you on the stage!
No appointments are necessary and if you are unable to attend in person you are welcome to send a video audition to stjohntheatredirector@gmail.com
For more information please contact our Managing Director Amy Wombles at 504.676.4700 or email sjtreserve@gmail.com.
Important Notes:
Rehearsals start April 20th and a full rehearsal calendar will be available at the first rehearsal.
Please bring any and all conflicts to the auditions and note that the rehearsal times may vary. You must be available for all shows and tech week to audition.
Character Breakdown
All roles are available. Please note that the descriptions and vocal ranges were provided by MTI; ages are of the characters and not necessarily of the actors portraying them.
Deloris Van Cartier (Female, 25-35, vocal range F#5-E3)
An aspiring performer, trying to find both fame and a place in the world. When forced to hide in the convent, she initially refuses to embrace her new lifestyle but learns to embrace it when she works with the choir. Loud-mouthed and sassy, but ultimately caring.
Mother Superior (Female, 50-70, vocal range E5-D3)
The head of the convent, sarcastic and a bit stiff. Extremely protective about keeping her sisters away from the outside world, which puts her in direct opposition to Deloris and her musical teachings.
Sister Mary Robert (Female, 18-25, vocal range A5-F#3)
A postulant, abandoned as a baby and raised at the convent. Shy and soft-spoken, but singing with Deloris lets her find her voice. Her wallflower lifestyle has made her live a shell of a life.
Sister Mary Patrick (Female, 35-50)
A nun of the convent. Consistently perky, enthusiastic, and easily excitable.
Sister Mary Lazarus (Female, 50-70, vocal range B4-F3)
A nun of the convent and the head of the choir. Rather deadpan and the least welcoming of any of the nuns, but she gets caught up in Deloris’s soul music.
Monsignor O’Hara (Male, 45-60, vocal range G4-E3)
One of the heads of the convent. Constantly concerned with financial matters, though soul music surprisingly puts him in a different mood.
Curtis (Male, 30-40, vocal range Ab4-A2)
A club owner, notorious gangster, and Deloris’ boyfriend. Cocky and controlling, always on the verge of violence.
Eddie (Male, 25-35, vocal range B4-Ab2)
The desk chief at the Philadelphia police station and a high school classmate of Deloris who helps get her into hiding. Faces a lot of nerves when under pressure, causing him to sweat profusely. He still yearns for Deloris after all these years, and dreams of being her hero.
TJ (Male, 18-30, vocal range Eb5-Db3)
Curtis’ nephew and one of his thugs. Deft and cognizant of the fact, constantly in a state of ignorant bliss.
Joey (Male, 30-40, vocal range Eb5-Bb2)
One of Curtis’ thugs. Believes himself to be quite the ladies’ man.
Pablo (Male, 25-40, vocal range F5-C4)
One of Curtis’ thugs. A natural follower, constantly speaks in Spanish.
Sister Mary Martin-of-Tours (Female, 40-60)
A nun of the convent. Clearly in her own world, but has her moments of surprising clarity.
Sister Mary Theresa (Female, 60-70)
A nun of the convent, the oldest of the group. Decrepit at a glance, but secretly packs a punch.
Michelle (Female, 20-30, vocal range F5-Bb3)
One of Deloris’ back-up singers. Lippy and always quick with a retort.
Tina (Female, 20-30, vocal range F5-Ab3)
One of Deloris’ back-up singers. A little thick and naive.
Ernie (Male, 25-35)
One of Curtis’ thugs. Initially thought to be a mindless yes-man, he turns out to be an undercover police informant.
Ensemble will consist of women and men who will portray various characters in the show, including backup dancers. The roles of Michelle, Tina, and Ernie will be played by ensemble actors.
Musical Numbers
Act 1
Take Me To Heaven (Nightclub)
Fabulous, Baby!
The Perfect Place
Here Within These Walls
It's Good to be a Nun
When I Find My Baby
I Could Be That Guy
Here Within These Walls (Reprise)
Raise Your Voice
Take Me To Heaven (Nun Choir Version)
Act 2
Entr'acte
Sunday Morning Fever
Take Me To Heaven (Newscast)
Lady in the Long Black Dress
I Haven't Got a Prayer
Bless Our Show
Benedicta-ta for Now
The Life I Never Led
Fabulous Baby! (Reprise)
Sister Act
When I Find My Baby (Reprise)
The Life I Never Led (Reprise)
Sister Act (Reprise)
Spread the Love Around
Raise Your Voice