Sister Act
by Georgetown Palace Theatre
Feb. 02 - Feb. 04 (2019)
Sister Act, based on the hit 1992 film, is a feel-good musical comedy with original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors). In the show disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, so she is put in protective custody by the cops who hide her in the one place they are sure she won’t be found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community, but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood.
The Georgetown Palace will hold auditions for our production of Sister Act.
Director: Scott Shipman
Choreographer: Judy Thompson-Price
Music Director: Rose Yurcina
Stage Manager: Emily Taylor
The production will open Friday, April 19th, 2019 on the Georgetown Springer Memorial Stage and close May 19th.
Casting calls for 11 principal roles (5 Women and 6 men) with 5 featured roles (4 women and 1 man). Ensemble size is 13 (10 women and 4 men) which includes the 5 featured roles. Total cast size is 25. Link to Character Breakdown HERE.
Auditions will be held Saturday, February 2nd thru Tuesday, February 5th. initial auditions will be Saturday and Sunday with a mandatory Dance Call on Monday, February 4th.
Auditions will be held on the Springer Memorial Stage 810 S Austin Ave. Georgetown TX 78626
Auditions on Saturday and Sunday will consist of singing auditions. Please prepare a piece that shows off your vocal range and skills. Please do not sing from the show. There is no specific bar number limit to audition pieces, but please ensure whatever you choose fits within your audition slot, factoring in time to discuss with the pianist.
Dance Auditions will be Monday, February 4th. Everyone is required to attend the dance audition. 7:00 pm is the time for female auditioners; 8:30 for the male auditioners. You must attend the corresponding dance call as different combinations will be taught for each.
Please come prepared for a jazz combination. Sneakers, jazz shoe, or character heels are fine for the jazz combo. Everyone in the show must move, so we’ll need to see everyone at the dance audition.
Callbacks will be by invitation only and held Tuesday, February 5th, starting at 6:30 pm. Callbacks are posted on the palace website, not via email.
Auditions are scheduled online via the Palace website. You will fill out the audition form, sign up for a time, and fill out the conflict calendar, as well as upload a headshot and resume. any questions should be emailed to productions@georgetownpalace.com
You will receive an email confirming your appointment. If you are unable to attend any of the audition times, please send us an email and we will try to work with you to schedule an alternative time.
Click here to fill out the form
Rehearsals will begin on February 25th.
Rehearsals are typically held Monday through Thursday 7:00-10:00 and Saturday 1:00-5:00. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2 pm. Sometimes ticket demand causes us to add Saturday matinee performances at 2 pm. There may be two rehearsals that will be substituted for the typical Saturday rehearsals before and after spring break. Depending on conflicts, a substituted Friday and/or Sunday may replace the 16th and 23rd. Pease make sure to note availability/preference on the sign-up page.
Background checks: Everyone involved with the production must submit to a background check at the Palace’s expense. If you are cast, you will receive a secure link where you can fill it out. There is no cost to you.
The Georgetown Palace Theatre is 501c3 Non-profit organization. There is no compensation for any of the actors.
We practice non-traditional casting, and all roles are open. All ages, abilities, gender, and ethnicities are encouraged to participate.
If you have any questions, please email productions@georgetownpalace.com.
