Up In One Productions presents
Sister Act Auditions
Saturday, May 13th at 1:00 pm
Sunday. May 14th at 7:00 pm
Callbacks: Monday, May 15 at 7 pm
The CENTER for Performing Arts,
Rhinebeck, NY (downstairs)
Director/Choreographer: Lynne Czajka
Music Directors: Paul & JoAnne Schubert
Producer: Diana di Grandi
Prepare: 32 measures of a song in the style of the show
Bring: Sheet music for the piano accompanist & your personal schedule - be prepared to list any conflicts
Performance Dates: August 4 – 20, 2023, Fridays & Saturdays at 8 PM, Sundays at 3 PM
Seeking: Actors, singers, and dancers. As we plan and look forward to a racially and ethnically diverse production, we strongly encourage persons of color, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals to audition.
COVID AUDITION PROTOCOL: AT THIS TIME, WE WILL BE USING ONLY A FULLY VACCINATED CAST, CREW, BAND, AND PRODUCTION TEAM. PLEASE BE PREPARED TO SHOW PROOF OF VACCINATION UPON ARRIVAL
Overview
Sister Act is the feel-good Broadway musical comedy hit based on the acclaimed 1992 film starring Whoopi Goldberg. Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting musical was 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 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. Lyrics by Glenn Slater, Book by Bill & Cheri Steinkellner
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Deloris Van Cartier – Larger than life character, aspires to be the next big singing sensation. When forced to hide in the convent, she initially refuses to embrace her new lifestyle but learns to embrace it when she works with the choir. Loud-mouthed, sassy, but ultimately caring. Female, 25- 40. Vocal range top: F#5. bottom: E3. Ethnicity: Black, African Descent, Multiracial
Mother Superior - Head of the convent, haughty, well-spoken, sarcastic, extremely protective of keeping her sisters away from the outside world, which puts her in direct opposition to Deloris and her musical teachings. Female, 50- 70. Vocal range top: E5, bottom: D3. All Ethnicities
Sister Mary Robert - A postulant, abandoned as a baby and raised at the convent. Shy, soft-spoken wallflower, but singing with Deloris lets her find her voice. Female, 18 -25. Vocal range top: A5, bottom: F#3. All Ethnicities
Sister Mary Patrick – Bubbly, over-the-top, consistently perky, enthusiastic, and easily excitable. Everyone’s friend. Female 35 - 50. All Ethnicities
Sister Mary Lazarus - Choir Mistress. Rather deadpan, a bit of a grump, and the least welcoming of any of the nuns, but gets caught up in Deloris's soul music. Female, 50 - 70, Vocal range top: B4, bottom: F3. All Ethnicities
Monsignor O'Hara - One of the heads of the convent. Good-natured, constantly concerned with financial matters. Male, 45 - 60, Vocal range top: G4, bottom: E3. All Ethnicities
Curtis - A club owner, notorious gangster, and Deloris's boyfriend. Cocky, controlling, always on the verge of violence. Male, 30 - 40, Vocal range top: Ab4, bottom: A2. All Ethnicities
Eddie Souther - Desk chief at police station and an old classmate of Deloris who helps get her into hiding. Nervous when under pressure, causing him to sweat profusely. Still yearns for Deloris after all these years, and dreams of being her hero. Male, 25 to 40. Vocal range top: B4, bottom: Ab2. Ethnicity: Black, African Descent, Multiracial
TJ - Curtis's nephew and one of his thugs. Daft, childlike and easily manipulated. Finds humor in everything he can. Male, 20’s. All Ethnicities
Joey - One of Curtis's thugs. Believes himself to be quite the ladies' man. Male, 30- 40, Vocal range top: Eb5, bottom: Bb2.. All Ethnicities
Pablo - One of Curtis's thugs. A natural follower, constantly speaks in Spanish. Male, 25 - 40, Vocal range top: F5, bottom: C4. Hispanic
Sister Mary Martin-of-Tours - Clearly in her own world, but has moments of surprising clarity. Female, Age: 40- 60. All Ethnicities
Sister Mary Theresa - Oldest of the nuns. Decrepit at a glance, but secretly packs a punch. Female, 60 – 70. All Ethnicities
Michelle - One of Deloris's back-up singers. Lippy, always quick with a retort. Female 20 -35, Vocal range top: F5, bottom: Bb3. Ethnicity: Black, African Descent, Multiracial
Tina - One of Deloris's back-up singers. A little thick and naive. Female, 20- 35, Vocal range top: F5, bot-tom: Ab3. Ethnicity: Black, African Descent, Multiracial
Ernie - One of Curtis's thugs. Initially thought to be a mindless yes-man, turns out to be an undercover police informant. Male, Age: 25- 35. All Ethnicities
Male and Female Presenting Ensemble - Nuns; Bar Denizens (Bar Patron, Waitress, Pool Player, Drag Queen); Homeless People; Fantasy Dancers. All Ethnicities
For questions, contact upinoneprod@gmail.com