AUDITION CALL: SISTER ACT
Presented By Joseph Patrick & Maurice Galpern at The Lower Ossington Theatre (The LOT)
Book by Bill and Cheri Steinkellner;
Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Glenn Slater
Directed by Tanisha Taitt
Musical Direction by Mike Ross
Choreographer TBA
The LOT is committed to gender equity and cultural diversity in all of our practices. We strongly encourage submissions from ALL performers interested in being involved with this production.
Auditions: June 24th, 2016
Callbacks: June 29th, 2016
Important Dates:
Rehearsals begin August 1st. (24 hours per week; 6 hours per day, 4 days per week.)
Tech begins September 5th.
Show runs from September 16th to October 30th, 2016
Performances are Thursday through Sunday weekly, with two shows on Saturdays.
We are seeking strong actors with musical performance ability (vocal). Performers should be strong movers.
All performers should prepare a short dramatic or comedic monologue as well as a 16-bar selection of a song from the contemporary musical theatre canon. Pop/R&B/gospel songs are also acceptable.
This is a paid non-equity position. Equity waivers may be accepted.
Please submit a headshot and resume to lotheatreauditions@gmail.com to be considered. Include SISTER ACT in the subject line.
Only those applicants receiving an audition will be contacted.
Sister Act
Based on the hit film of the same name, Sister Act tells the story of aspiring disco diva Deloris Van Cartier. As she tries to become a star in 1970s Philadelphia, Deloris falls in love with a gangster and when she witnesses him commit a murder, she is put in hiding by police in an unlikely place – a convent whose parish has fallen on hard times. Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Though the sequin-free lifestyle doesn't agree with her, Deloris finds her calling using her unique disco moves and voice to inspire the choir. Working with them, Deloris breathes new life into the dusty convent. However, when the choir starts attracting press attention, and money starts pouring in by the public to renovate the old convent – it isn't longer before Deloris blows her cover! Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood. A life-affirming tribute to the universal power of friendship, and filled with powerful and soulful music, Sister Act is a reason to rejoice.
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, they initially refuse to embrace their new lifestyle but learn to embrace it when they work with the choir. Loud-mouthed, and sassy, but ultimately caring. 25-35 yrs old, Range: E3 – F#5.
MOTHER SUPERIOR - The head of the convent, sarcastic and a bit stiff. Extremely protective about keeping their sisters away from the outside world, which puts them in direct opposition to Deloris and their musical teachings. 50-70 yrs old, Range: D3 – E5.
SISTER MARY ROBERT - A postulant, abandoned as a baby and raised at the convent. Shy and soft-spoken, but singing with Deloris lets them find their voice. Their wallflower lifestyle has made them live a shell of a life. 16-25 yrs old, Range: F#3 – A5.
SISTER MARY PATRICK - A nun of the convent. Consistently perky, enthusiastic, and easily excitable. 35-50 yrs old, Range: G3-E6.
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 they get caught up in Deloris’s soul music. 50-70 yrs old, Range: F3 – B4.
MONSIGNOR O’HARA - One of the heads of the convent. Constantly concerned with financial matters, though soul music surprisingly puts them in a different mood. 45-60 yrs old, Range: E3 – G4.
CURTIS - A club owner, notorious gangster, and Deloris’s boyfriend. Cocky and controlling, always on the verge of violence. 30-40 yrs old, Range: A2 – Ab4.
EDDIE - The desk chief at the Philadelphia police station and a high school classmate of Deloris who helps get them into hiding. Faces a lot of nerves when under pressure, causing them to sweat profusely. They still yearn for Deloris after all these years, and dreams of being their hero. 25-35 yrs old, Range: Ab2 – B4.
TJ - Curtis’s nephew and one of thier thugs. Deft and cognizant of the fact, constantly in a state of ignorant bliss. 16-30 yrs old, Range: Db3 – Eb5.
JOEY - One of Curtis’s thugs. Believes themself to be quite the ladies’ man. 30-40 yrs old, Range: Bb2 – Eb5.
PABLO - One of Curtis’s thugs. A natural follower, constantly speaks in Spanish. 25-40 yrs old, Range: C4 – F5.
Audition Songs: Music #12 – Lady In The Long Black Dress – Joey, Tj, Pablo.
SISTER MARY MARTIN-OF-TOURS - A nun of the convent. Clearly in their own world, but has her moments of surprising clarity. 40-60 yrs old, Speaking Role.
SISTER MARY THERESA - A nun of the convent, the oldest of the group. Decrepit at a glance, but secretly packs a punch. 60-70 yrs old, Speaking Role.
MICHELLE - One of Deloris’ back-up singers. Lippy and always quick with a retort. 20-30 yrs old Range: Bb3- F5.
TINA - One of Deloris’ back-up singers. A little thick and naive. 20-30 yrs old Range: Ab3 – F5.
ERNIE - One of Curtis’s thugs. Initially thought to be a mindless yes-man, they turn out to be an undercover police informant. 25-35 yrs old, Speaking Role.
ENSEMBLE NUNS, COPS, SEX WORKERS, BAR DENIZONS (BAR PATRON, WAITRESS, POOL PLAYER, 1ST FEMALE BAR PATRON, DRAG QUEEN), CAB DRIVER, NEWSCASTER, MALE AND FEMALE FANTASY DANCERS, CHOIR BOYS, ETC.
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