Sister Act
by Wonder Theatre
Jan. 30 - Jan. 31 (2017)
The musical is based on the 1992 Whoopi Goldberg movie about a singer who hides out from the mob in a convent. She soon finds a role for herself in helping with the choir program. The 2009 show includes the songs "It's Good to be a Nun," "Raise Your Voice" and "Spread the Love Around."
Sister Act Auditions
January 30 & 31, 2017
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Show Dates: April 7th – May 7th, 2017
Rehearsal Dates: Late February
Director/Choreographer: Christopher Rodriguez
Music Director: Darrin Newhardt
Dance audition will begin promptly at 7 p.m., singing auditions will follow. Actors should prepare 16-32 bars from a song appropriate to the style of show. Please bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. No tracked music and no singing a cappella will be allowed. Individuals of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds are needed and encouraged to audition for all roles.
No need to sign up for an audition time, just show up a little before 7 p.m. Please bring a head shot and resume. Auditions are only for ages 16 and up. Additional Questions: Email chris@woodlawntheatre.org
Character Breakdown
Deloris Van Cartier
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. Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: F#5 - Vocal range bottom: E3
Mother Superior
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.
Age: 50 to 70
Vocal range top: E5 - Vocal range bottom: D3
Sister Mary Robert
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. Age: 16 to 25
Vocal range top: A5 - Vocal range bottom: F#3
Sister Mary Patrick
A nun of the convent. Consistently perky, enthusiastic, and easily excitable. Age: 35 to 50
Sister Mary Lazarus
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. Age: 50 to 70
Vocal range top: B4 - Vocal range bottom: F3
Monsignor O'hara
One of the heads of the convent. Constantly concerned with financial matters, though soul music surprisingly puts him in a different mood. Age: 45 to 60
Vocal range top: G4 -Vocal range bottom: E3
Curtis
A club owner, notorious gangster, and Deloris's boyfriend. Cocky and controlling, always on the verge of violence. Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: Ab4 - Vocal range bottom: A2
Eddie Souther
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. Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: B4 - Vocal range bottom: Ab2
Tj
Curtis's nephew and one of his thugs. Deft and cognizant of the fact, constantly in a state of ignorant bliss. Age: 16 to 30
Vocal range top: Eb5 - Vocal range bottom: Db3
Joey
One of Curtis's thugs. Believes himself to be quite the ladies' man. Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: Eb5 -Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Pablo
One of Curtis's thugs. A natural follower, constantly speaks in Spanish. Age: 25 to 40
Vocal range top: F5 - Vocal range bottom: C4
Sister Mary Martin-of-tours
A nun of the convent. Clearly in her own world, but has her moments of surprising clarity. Age: 40 to 60
Sister Mary Theresa
A nun of the convent, the oldest of the group. Decrepit at a glance, but secretly packs a punch. Age: 60 to 70
Michelle
One of Deloris's back-up singers. Lippy and always quick with a retort. Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: F5- Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Tina
One of Deloris's back-up singers. A little thick and naive. Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: F5- Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Ernie
One of Curtis's thugs. Initially thought to be a mindless yes-man, he turns out to be an undercover police informant.
Age: 25 to 35
Ensemble
Nuns; Bar Denizens (Bar Patron, Waitress, Pool Player, Drag Queen); Homeless People; Fantasy Dancers
