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[West End, 2024]
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[West End, 2022]
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Review: SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL at Stadthalle Wien Photo
Review: SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL at Stadthalle Wien
by Martin Ganeider - Dec 24, 2024

The nuns hit the road and visit Vienna for the most wonderful time of the year. Opening in town on December 23rd for a strictly limited run, the show, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, and book by Cheri and Bill Steinkellner, is bringing loads of nun fun back to Vienna, where it once played at the RONACHER, starring Ana Milva Gomes as Deloris van Cartier.
Review: SISTER ACT at Texas State University Photo
Review: SISTER ACT at Texas State University
by Sabrina Wallace - Nov 27, 2024

Texas State University’s Sister Act was a vibrant celebration of resilience, friendship, and sisterhood. With standout performances, powerful music, and magnetic energy, the show soared uplifting the collective human spirit.
Drury Lane Theatre Announces SISTER ACT, ON YOUR FEET! And More for 2025-2026 Season Photo
Drury Lane Theatre Announces SISTER ACT, ON YOUR FEET! And More for 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 7, 2024

Drury Lane Theatre invites audiences to escape the ordinary with an enticing lineup of productions in its 2025/2026 season, including a gripping Chicago premiere, a tale of envy and murder, and a trio of beloved female-driven musicals.
REVIEW: Casey Donovan Is A Gift From God In SISTER ACT, A DIVINE MUSICAL COMEDY Photo
REVIEW: Casey Donovan Is A Gift From God In SISTER ACT, A DIVINE MUSICAL COMEDY
by Jade Kops - Aug 13, 2024

Casey Donovan brings her bold voice and brilliant comic sensibilities to lead the feel-good SISTER ACT, A DIVINE MUSICAL COMEDY. 
Review: SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL At Theatre In The Park Photo
Review: SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL At Theatre In The Park
by Alan Portner - Jul 29, 2024

The final show of Theater In The Park’s 2024 outdoor season is a musical version of the 1992 film comedy “SISTER ACT.” 
Review: SISTER ACT JR at The Royal Theatre Photo
Review: SISTER ACT JR at The Royal Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Jul 24, 2024

Sister Act ranks pretty high up as one of my favorite movies, so getting to see SISTER ACT JR at The Royal Theatre in Benton was a real treat. From July 11-21, the Young Players performed to packed houses with some of those shows being sold out. It is astounding that these thespians put out such a great performance. I am excited to continue to watch them grow throughout their theatrical endeavors.  
SISTER AT JR. Comes to The Historic Royal Theatre Photo
SISTER AT JR. Comes to The Historic Royal Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2024

The Historic Royal Theatre will present the Young Players in their “divine” production of Sister Act JR. This production, made possible by our sponsorship with Everett Buick GMC, will open July 2024. The musical tells the story of Deloris Van Cartier, a high-spirited aspiring singer, who witnesses a murder and is forced to enter the Queen of Angels convent under witness protection. 
SISTER ACT Comes to QPAC Next Year Photo
SISTER ACT Comes to QPAC Next Year
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024

Sister Act, starring Casey Donovan, Genevieve Lemon and Rhonda Burchmore, will debut in Brisbane from February.
MISTER LINCOLN, SISTER ACT & More Set for Ford's Theatre Society 2024-2025 Season Photo
MISTER LINCOLN, SISTER ACT & More Set for Ford's Theatre Society 2024-2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2024

Ford’s Theatre Society reveals its 2024-2025 season lineup, featuring a diverse range of productions and events. Discover the upcoming shows and special performances at this historic Washington, D.C. venue.
Rhonda Burchmore Joins SISTER ACT in Australia Photo
Rhonda Burchmore Joins SISTER ACT in Australia
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2024

Rhonda Burchmore will join Casey Donovan and Genevieve Lemon in Sister Act in Australia!
Casey Donovan to Star as Deloris Van Cartier in SISTER ACT Musical in Australia Photo
Casey Donovan to Star as Deloris Van Cartier in SISTER ACT Musical in Australia
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 13, 2024

Casey Donovan has been confirmed to lead the cast of the most heavenly of musicals, Sister Act, when it opens at the Capitol Theatre in Sydney from August and the Regent Theatre in Melbourne from November.
SISTER ACT Musical to Tour Sydney and Melbourne in 2024 Photo
SISTER ACT Musical to Tour Sydney and Melbourne in 2024
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 3, 2024

Get ready to sing and dance as the hit musical comedy, Sister Act, makes its Australian debut in Sydney and Melbourne. Don't miss this heavenly production coming to the Capitol Theatre and Regent Theatre in 2024.
2011 Tony Nominations Announced! THE BOOK OF MORMON Leads With 14!
by Robert Diamond - Feb 3, 2024

Past Tony winners Anika Noni Rose and Matthew Broderick announced the 2011 Tony Awards nominees live from the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts in New York City.
Slow Burn Theatre Company Presents SISTER ACT, February 3- 18 Photo
Slow Burn Theatre Company Presents SISTER ACT, February 3- 18
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2024

Get ready to laugh with 'SISTER ACT'! Slow Burn Theatre presents this hilarious musical comedy in February.
Review: SISTER ACT al TEATRO BRANCACCIO Photo
Review: SISTER ACT al TEATRO BRANCACCIO
by Chiara Alivernini - Nov 22, 2023

In scena al Teatro Brancaccio fino a fine mese il musical Sister Act, tratto dall’omonimo film cult del ’92 che vide Whoopi Goldberg nell’indimenticabile ruolo di Deloris, “una svitata in abito da suora”, che torna sui palchi dei teatri italiani con una rivisitazione diretta da Chiara Noschese.
Review: A DIVINE SISTER ACT at Actors Conservatory Theatre Photo
Review: A DIVINE SISTER ACT at Actors Conservatory Theatre
by Pia Haas - Nov 17, 2023

What did our critic think of A DIVINE SISTER ACT AT ACT at Actors Conservatory Theatre? Actors Conservatory Theatre brings a delightfully entertaining production to Bronxville’s Taylor Hall. Based on the hilarious 1992 hit film starring Whoopi Goldberg, Sister Act, received five Tony Award nominations in 2011 including Best Musical.
SISTER ACT to be Presented at Actors Conservatory Theatre in November Photo
SISTER ACT to be Presented at Actors Conservatory Theatre in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2023

Get ready to experience the feel-good musical comedy smash, Sister Act, presented by Actors Conservatory Theatre. Don't miss this uplifting production, featuring original music by Tony and Oscar winner Alan Menken. Check out the dates and venue information to secure your tickets now!
Sisters Act Up And Over The Top In Lively Production of SISTER ACT at Toby's In Colum Photo
Sisters Act Up And Over The Top In Lively Production of SISTER ACT at Toby's In Columbia
by Cybele Pomeroy - Sep 20, 2023

SISTER ACT at Toby's in Columbia is a delightfully energetic show that is woman-driven and relationship-positive. Songwriter Alan Menken and lyricist Glenn Slater (of Disney fame) create numbers specifically for theatrical production of the movie-inspired script. Ear-pleasing harmonies abound in an extravaganza of song, dance and sisterhood.
FSCJ Artist Series And The Nathan H. Wilson Center For The Arts Present The 17th An Photo
FSCJ Artist Series And The Nathan H. Wilson Center For The Arts Present The 17th Annual High School Summer Musical Theatre Experience, SISTER ACT
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2023

FSCJ Artist Series High School Summer Musical Theatre Experience is celebrating its 17th year providing theatre opportunities to 7th-12th graders in the First Coast area. This summer, from July 21 through July 30, more than 50 student performers and technicians will train with professional theatre artists in preparation for our production of Sister Act.  
SISTER ACT Comes to Theatre Memphis This Year Photo
SISTER ACT Comes to Theatre Memphis This Year
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2023

Sister Act comes to Theatre Memphis in August 2023. Performances will run August 18 - September 10, 2023 at the Lohrey Theatre.
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How many shows has Bill Steinkellner written?

Bill Steinkellner has written 3 shows including Princesses (Bookwriter), Sister Act (Bookwriter), The Pee-wee Herman Show (Playwright).

What awards has Bill Steinkellner been nominated for?

and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Sister Act.

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