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SISTER ACT Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2022


Based on the iconic movie, this sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, sisterhood and music tells the hilarious story of the disco diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder. Under protective custody she is hidden in the one place she won't be found – a convent! 

THE LITTLE MERMAID Comes to Syracuse Stage
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2022


Put the “sea” in the holiday season with the family favorite musical “Disney's The Little Mermaid,” at Syracuse Stage Nov. 25 – Jan. 8.

VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson Sings SISTER ACT For THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW's Halloween Episode
by Michael Major - Oct 31, 2022


For her first Halloween episode, Jennifer Hudson dressed up as fellow EGOT winner Whoopi Goldberg’s character Sister Mary Clarence from her “absolute favorite movie” “Sister Act.” The talk show host made her dream of being in the film come true with a showstopping performance of songs from the movie franchise. Watch a video of the performance now!

Video: Watch an All New Trailer For the UK Tour of SISTER ACT
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2022


An all new trailer has been released for the UK & Ireland tour of SISTER ACT, starring Sandra Marvin, Lesley Joseph, Clive Rowe and Lizzie Bea. Check out the video here!

Review: Fabulous SISTER ACT at Hale Center Theater Orem Has Soul
by Tyler Hinton - Oct 15, 2022


SISTER ACT at Hale Center Theater Orem has the glitz and glamour of a disco queen and the heart and soul of a woman of the cloth. 

Aspire Community Theatre Presents LEAP OF FAITH
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2022


Love will get you every time... and one charismatic con man is about to find that out in the Tony-nominated Leap of Faith, based on the film of the same name that starred Steve Martin and Debra Winger.

Syracuse University Department of Drama Opens the 2022/2023 Season with SWEET CHARITY
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2022


The Syracuse University Department of Drama begins the 2022/2023 season on Oct. 15.

Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK at Omaha Community Playhouse
by Analisa Swerczek - Sep 22, 2022


What did our critic think of SCHOOL OF ROCK at Omaha Community Playhouse?

LEAP OF FAITH Comes to Aspire Community Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2022


Love will get you every time... and one charismatic con man is about to find that out in the Tony-nominated Leap of Faith, based on the film of the same name that starred Steve Martin and Debra Winger.

Review: SISTER ACT at Chateau Neuf, Oslo
by Christian Ranke - Sep 18, 2022


'Sister Act - The Musical' based on the 1992 movie has landed in Oslo. 'Sister Act,' which opened last night. While the original creatives is only partly successful in adapting the 1992 movie to the stage, it is a feel-good crowd-pleaser worth seeing.

North Carolina Theatre Announces Full Cast Creative Team For SISTER ACT
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2022


North Carolina Theatre, the region's premiere nonprofit professional regional theatre, has announced the full cast and creative team for Sister Act, directed and choreographed by Robert Hartwell. Performances will run from October 11- October 16 at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh. “NCT is delighted to be producing this joyful romp of a musical. 

Luke Evans Reveals the BEAUTY & THE BEAST Spinoff Series Will Happen in the 'Near Future'
by Michael Major - Sep 8, 2022


Luke Evans has revealed that the Beauty and the Beast spinoff series will happen in the near future, stating that the series is 'on hold' and that they are waiting to fine-tune certain aspects of the series to correctly honor the original film's legacy. The series was also slated to star Josh God, Rita Ora, Fra Free, and Briana Middleton.

Review: Pittsburgh CLO's SISTER ACT Brings Disco Delight at Benedum Center
by Greg Kerestan - Aug 14, 2022


What a way to end the season- a toe-tapping, hilarious disco throwback.

Extra Performance Added For SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL Starring Jennifer Saunders and Beverley Knight At London's Eventim Apollo
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2022


Due to overwhelming demand, the acclaimed new production of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL has added an additional performance to the run at London's Eventim Apollo, meaning the show's final performance in its star-studded limited run is now on Sunday 28 August at 8.00pm.

SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD, WAITING FOR GODOT & More Lead Boston's August Theater Top 10
by BWW Staff - Aug 4, 2022


Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. August selections include Songs for a New World, Waiting for Godot, Pippin, and more!

Review Roundup: SISTER ACT at the Eventim Apollo
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 28, 2022


SISTER ACT is now open at London's Eventim Apollo, where it runs through 28 August. Jennifer Saunders stars as 'Mother Superior' alongside Beverley Knight as 'Deloris Van Cartier', Keala Settle as 'Sister Mary Patrick', Lesley Joseph as 'Sister Mary Lazarus', Clive Rowe as 'Eddie Souther' and Lizzie Bea as 'Sister Mary Robert'. Check out what the critics are saying!

Photos: Inside Press Night For SISTER ACT at London's Eventim Apollo, Starring Jennifer Saunders, Beverley Knight, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2022


All new images have been released from the press performance of SISTER ACT at London’s Eventim Apollo. Check out the photos here!

Disney's A PEQUENA SEREIA (THE LITTLE MERMAID) Opens a New Season in Sao Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - Jul 26, 2022


'The Little Mermaid' a Broadway production inspired by the Disney movie, will be staged in Brazil at Teatro Santander on July 17th. It is the first time Disney has allowed an staging in the country, without obligation to be a replica of the American production.

Review: SISTER ACT at Matthews Playhouse
by Perry Tannenbaum - Jul 22, 2022


We may have underestimated Cheri and Bill Steinkellner's musical adaptation of Paul Rudnick's SISTER ACT screenplay, moving the action from Vegas to Philly and making the show more character-driven. It actually works better on the smaller community theater stage at Matthews Playhouse than the big stage productions we've previously seen.

Interview: Grace Atherholt And Amy Fenicle of THE LITTLE MERMAID at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Jul 21, 2022


The Little Mermaid is the perfect summer show, and audiences can enjoy this delightful show at The Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre through August 6th. Grace Atherholt and Amy Fenicle, who portray Ariel and Flounder, took a few moments from their busy show schedule to share their insights into the production.

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