We are delighted to have been granted the rights to the amazing musical Sister Act!
Sister Act is the feel-amazing musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent!
Audition registration is now available. Auditions are open – you do not need to become a member first, however there is a small audition fee for non-members. As usual, all the parts are available for audition.
Registration closes Midnight, Sunday 18th February 2024
Audition Dates : Saturday 24th / Sunday 25th February 2024
Character Information
Deloris Van Cartier
She is a loud brash character with great comedy timing, excellent singing voice and good movement required. This is usually an African-American role but we could look at casting this as a Caucasian Bronx or Hispanic/Mexican character.
| Stage Age: | 25-35 years old |
| Audition song: |
Take Me To Heaven (Bars 19 – 61) – [30s – 1’40m] Fabulous Baby (Bars 26 – 69) – [38s – 1’51m] |
| Audition dialogue: |
Eddie Souther
He is a sweet nervous policeman who dreams of being confident and brave. Good vocals and movement required.
| Stage Age: | 20-35 years old |
| Audition song: |
I could be that guy (Bar 1 – 55) – [1s – 2m15] |
| Audition dialogue: | Script P15-18 |
Curtis Shank
Gangster club owner who is very smooth and calculating. Good vocals and movement required.
| Stage Age: | 30-40 years old |
| Audition song: |
When I find my baby (Bars 8 – 43) – [1s – 1m24] |
| Audition dialogue: |
Mother Superior
Firm but fair nun, very dignified and ladylike, must have good comic timing. Good vocals and movement required.
| Stage Age: | 35-70 years old |
| Audition song: |
Here within these walls (Bars 1 – 40) [1s – 58s] I haven’t got a prayer (Bars 1-43) & (Bars 92 – End) |
| Audition dialogue: |
Sister Mary Robert
A young, innocent postulant, shy and quiet until Deloris brings out the best in her. Excellent vocals and good movement required.
| Stage Age: | 16-25 years old |
| Audition song: |
This life I never led (Whole Song) [1s – 5m] Sunday Morning Fever (Bars 142 -153) [3m38 – 4m01] |
| Audition dialogue: | Script P97 – P99 |
Monsignor O’Hara
A gentle, kind man who is a bored, uninspired preacher until he becomes more confident and more like a Las Vegas compere.
| Stage Age: | 40-70 years old |
| Audition song: | Not Required |
| Audition dialogue: | Script P73 – P75 |
Sister Mary Patrick
A fun and enthusiastic nun, larger than life character, known for enjoying every minute and, more importantly, every “food‟! Preferably stout! Excellent vocals and movement required.
| Stage Age: | 18-30 years old |
| Audition song: |
Take me to heaven (Choir) – choose either part to suit audtionees voice (Bars 13 – 24 and Bars 39 – 84) [14s – 1m08 and 1m38 – 2’50] |
| Audition dialogue: | Script P27-P29 |
Sister Mary Lazarus
An older, crabby choir mistress, snappy and seemingly grumpy. Has to rap and move quite well.
| Stage Age: | 50-70 years old |
| Audition song: |
Sunday Morning Fever (Bars 119 – 131) [2m54 – 3m19] |
| Audition dialogue: | Script P27-P29 |
Joey
One of Curtis’ thugs, a gentle giant, wants to please Curtis and be dangerous too but isn’t naturally capable. Good vocals and movement required.
| Stage Age: | 20 – 50 years old |
| Audition song: |
Lady in the long black dress (Bars 1 – 25) |
| Audition dialogue: | Script P11 – P12 |
TJ
Curtis’ nephew and part of the gang. A young, dumb character. Good vocals and movement required.
| Stage Age: | 16 – 25 years old |
| Audition song: |
Lady in the long black dress (Bars 33 – 49) |
| Audition dialogue: | Script P11 – P12 |
Pablo
Another of Curtis’ thugs. Speaks mostly Spanish. Thinks he’s a “Love God” Good vocals and movement required.
| Stage Age: | 20 – 45 years old |
| Audition song: |
Lady in the long black dress (Bars 58 -81) |
| Audition dialogue: | Script P11-P12 |
Michelle & Tina
Backing vocalist in Curtis’ Club. Excellent vocals and movement required.
Will also be required in ensemble.
| Stage Age: | 20-30 years old |
| Audition song: |
Take me to heaven (Nightclub) [1m30 – end of song] |
| Audition script: | Script P6-P7 |
Nuns
Good vocals and movement required
| Stage Age: | Any |
| Audition song: |
Take me to heaven (Choir) – choose either part to suit audtionees voice (Bars 13 – 24 and Bars 39 – 84) [14s – 1m08 and 1m38 – 2’50] |
| Audition script: |
(Choose any one of the Nuns’ parts) |
Ensemble
There are many ensemble roles throughout the show including:
- Bar patrons
- Bar staff
- Drag queen
- Homeless people
- Altar boys
- Fantasy Dancers
Good vocals and movement required
| Audition song (females only): |
Take me to heaven (Choir) – choose either part to suit audtionees voice (Bars 13 – 24 and Bars 39 – 84) [14s – 1m08 and 1m38 – 2’50] |
| Audition dialogue: | N/A |
Notable Dates
Saturday 24th/Sunday 25th February 2024 – Auditions
Rehearsals begin Tuesday 30th April 2024, and continue on Tuesday & Wednesday evenings. There will be no rehearsals during August.
Show Dates
Tuesday 15th October – Saturday 19th October (6 performances)
Victoria Hall (Theatre)
Performances will be at Victoria Hall.
Victoria Hall (next to the leisure centre),
Hard Ings Rd,
Keighley
BD21 3JN
Audition Venue
Auditions will be at Riddlesden War Memorial Institute
Rehearsal Venue
Victoria Hall (next to the leisure centre),
Hard Ings Rd,
Keighley
BD21 3JN