Actors Needed for "Sister Act" Show Audition
Actors for Summer 2025 production of "Sister Act". ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See more info below. Additional info: Looking for actors of all ethnicities (especially BiPoc performers), all genders and gender identities, all ages and body types. The character descriptions are suggestions (other than where race is explicitly stated) and directors encourage actors to audition for any role that interests them. For the auditions please prepare a song in the style of the show (uptempo contemporary musical theatre) and bring either a track or sheet music in the correct key. There will be a dance call. Callbacks May 31st in the afternoon. Rehearsals will begin on June 4th and generally take place Mon-Thurs 6:30-10:30 PM. Not every actor will be called to every rehearsal and we work around conflicts as long as they are listed in advance. Performances August 15th-17th. When applying, please include your headshot and resume (if you have them) for an audition slot.
21 roles
The energetic and street-smart diva who dreams of superstardom. Delores is a woman who is brash, bold, and full of life but grows into a more selfless, loving person through her journey. A strong singer and actor with comedic timing. Dance skills are a plus.
The stern yet kind-hearted leader of the convent. Mother Superior struggles to accept Delores and her unconventional ways but ultimately comes to respect her. Requires a strong actor with a commanding presence and great comedic timing. Mezzo.
A lovable, awkward, and well-meaning police officer with a crush on Deloris. Eddie is determined to protect her and eventually finds his confidence. Requires strong acting, comedic timing, and vocal skills. Tenor.
A smooth-talking, dangerous nightclub owner and gangster. Curtis is Deloris’ ex-boyfriend and the antagonist of the story. Needs a strong actor with a commanding presence and a rich voice. Baritone.
A shy, timid postulant who blossoms under Deloris’ influence. Mary Robert discovers her voice, both literally and figuratively. Requires a strong singer who can belt and portray innocence with depth. Soprano with belt.
The sarcastic, deadpan choir mistress with a quick wit and no-nonsense attitude. She eventually warms up to Deloris’ new musical direction. A comedic role requiring strong timing and vocal skills. Alto who can rap.
Curtis’ goofy, dimwitted nephew and one of his henchmen. A comedic character with good vocal and movement skills. Baritenor.
One of Curtis’ henchmen. Joey is confident, full of himself, and thinks he’s irresistible. A strong comedic actor with good vocal ability. Tenor.
Curtis’ Spanish-speaking henchman with a flair for dramatic gestures. A comedic role requiring a strong character actor and vocal skills. Tenor with falsetto. Hispanic/Latinx/BiPoc.
The kind, friendly priest of the convent. Monsignor enthusiastically supports Deloris’ musical changes. A strong character actor with good vocal ability. Baritone.
A nun of the convent. Clearly in her own world, but has her moments of surprising clarity. Any vocal range.
A nun of the convent, the oldest of the group. Decrepit at a glance, but secretly packs a punch. Any vocal range. Playing age 60s-90s.
One of Deloris’s back-up singers. Lippy and always quick with a retort. Mezzo who can move. Will double as a nun.
One of Deloris’s back-up singers. A little naive. Mezzo who can move. Will Double as a nun.
One of Curtis’s thugs. Initially thought to be a mindless yes-man, he turns out to be an undercover police informant. Will double in the ensemble.
Nuns and Postulants (junior nuns) in the convent. There are MANY featured solos who will be assigned from this group! Strong singers who can move well.
Philly citizens. Featured acting roles will be cast from this group.
Philly citizens. Featured acting roles will be cast from this group.
Philly citizens. Featured acting roles will be cast from this group.
Philly citizens. Featured acting roles will be cast from this group.
Philly citizens. Featured acting roles will be cast from this group.
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