LATEST: Whoopi Leaves SISTER ACT Due To Mother's Illness

After receiving the news that her mother has suffered from a severe stroke, Whoopi Goldberg has had to fly home today, Friday 27 August, to be with her family. The role of ‘Mother Superior’ will be played by Ms Goldberg's understudy until Thursday 2 September, when Sally Dexter will assume the role.

Ms Goldberg is very sorry not to be able to perform as planned and the thoughts and sincere best wishes of the Producers and the entire “Sister Act” Company are with her at this difficult time.

“Sister Act” continues its successful run at The London Palladium until Saturday 30 October 2010. Patrons who have booked to see Whoopi Goldberg who do not wish to attend the scheduled performance should refer back to their original point of sale.