Sister Act at INNOVAtheatre

Sister Act pits disco-dancing nuns against dangerous gangsters in a joyous feel-good musical comedy. It celebrates the universal power of friendship, sisterhood and music. Based on the hit film and nominated for five Tony Awards including Best Musical. 

When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a 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.

Cast

Deloris Van Cartier- Amirah Musa

Mother Superior- Tori T

 Tuccillo

Sister Mary Patrick- Anna Rae Brown

Sister Mary Robert- Mary Kate Caserta

Sister Mary Lazarus- Terry Neack

Sister Mary Theresa- Joan Kienlan

Sister Mary Martin of Tours- Tammy Fairchild

Monsignor O'Hara- John Dorney

Eddie Souther- Jake Eyink

TJ- Colson Litterell

Paola/Nun- Sephyrah Martin

Michelle- Charmaine Webster

Tina- Roniece Hutchins

Joey- Nolan Todd

Curtis- Norman A. Moxley II

Ernie- Noa Greely

Ensemble-

Lindsey Marriott, Melanie Brown, Lily Brown, Carla Browning, Jamie Pavlofsky, Ilana Milberg, Eva Greer, Jillian Whitaker, Morgan Murphy

Directed by: Richard Lee Waldeck 

Music and Orchestral Direction by: Sarah Lingg

Production Stage Manager: Gwyn Lee

Choreography by: Isadore Karrick

Costumed by: Poleena Greely

Co Produced by: Denise A. Schnieders & Selena Mungur

2 weekends

August 16-18

August 23-25

16,17, 23, 24 8pm

17 & 24 2pm Sensory Friendly performances 

17 & 24 8pm ASL Interpreted

18 & 25 3pm Matinees 

What is a Sensory Friendly Performance:

A Sensory Friendly performance is a theater production that welcomes individuals with sensory needs, including people on the autism spectrum, as well as first-time theatergoers and young children. The show is modified to allow for patron movement, staff and actors are trained to accommodate patron needs, and all patrons are welcome to experience theater in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

ADJUSTMENTS

Environmental adjustments to create a friendly, supportive environment, as well as alterations to the performance, include:

The house lights will remain dimmed during the performance, rather than completely off

The intensity of lighting and sound effects will be reduced.

A quiet area will be available in the lobby for children who need to take a break from the show.

There will be a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere where patrons can feel comfortable during the performance and enter or exit the theater during the performance, with the assistance of ushers.

Tablets and smartphones will be permitted to help non-verbal audience members communicate.

For more information regarding the Sensory Friendly Production please visit - INNOVAtheatre.com/sensory

Authors

• Alan Menken
• Bill Steinkellner
• Cheri Steinkellner
• Glenn Slater
• Joseph Howard

Tony Awards and Nominations for Sister Act