Sister Act JR.
Show dates: July 19-24
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.
PLEASE NOTE this is a summer camp show!
Casting Policy
Wonder Theatre Academy has a new policy that outlines the audition & casting process for our student productions. Please read the required casting policy (CLICK HERE). We thank you for your interest in being a part of Wonder Theatre Academy Auditions!
Audition Info
AUDITION DATEs: May 4 (1-4 PM) & May 10 (12-1 PM)
Auditions are open to performers ages 7-18
You do not have to be a current student at the Wonder Theatre Academy to audition
We will be forming 2 casts for this show.
Production Team: Alonzo Corona (Director), Myles Harris (Choreographer), Andrew Hendley (Music Director), Alex Valverde (Stage Manager)
PLEASE NOTE this is a summer camp show!
AUDITION PROCESS:
Vocal Audition
Students must prepare a song excerpt from Sister Act JR. depending on what character they would like to audition for. It is not necessary to provide sheet music for an accompanist. (Click here for music).
NOTE: If you are auditioning for this show AND Sweeney Todd: School Edition, please prepare only your desired Sweeney cut.
CUTS FOR SISTER ACT: Please follow these guidelines when selecting your audition cut:
Nun roles / Delores / Backup Singer: "Sunday Morning Fever" – measures 60–80 (1:53–2:33)
Any male role: "Lady in the Long Black Dress" – measures 9 to end (full track)
Mary Robert: "The Life I Never Led" – pickup to measure 65 through the end (0:57 to end)
When the music divides into parts, students may choose to sing the line they feel most comfortable learning.
Dance Audition
Students will be asked to take part in a short dance call at the beginning of their audition block.
Please dress in clothes that are comfortable to move in. If you have dance shoes please bring them. If not, be prepared to dance in socks (no bare feet and no street shoes in the dance studio).
Rehearsal Dates
Rehearsals: M-F, July 7-18 from 9AM-4PM.
SISTER ACT will follow a day-camp schedule with before and after care options available.
Tech Rehearsals:
July 16
July 17
July 18
All students wishing to participate in a production must be able to commit to the majority of rehearsals, ALL tech/dress rehearsals, and ALL shows. Conflicts with tech rehearsals and shows are not permitted. Any student with excessive absences will have roles reassigned, and may be dismissed from the production without a tuition refund.
Tuition
Tuition is $450.
Upon casting, payment is required if you accept your role and wish to participate. If you choose to pay in installments, the total tuition will be $475. Please reach out to Nathan at nathan@wondertheatre.org if you have any questions or in need of any assistance. Tuition must be paid in full by the 4th rehearsal.
Should a family accept, and then choose not to participate after the first rehearsal, a partial refund of 75% is applicable but must be communicated to Academy Administrator BEFORE the 2nd rehearsal. No refunds are applicable after the second rehearsal.
Attendance is crucial. Excessive absences and or missing a tech rehearsal may result in reduced roles, having roles reassigned, or being excused from the production with no refund.
Character Breakdown
Deloris Van Cartier
A strong, street-wise aspiring singer who gets caught up with the wrong crowd. When she witnesses a crime involving her ex-boyfriend, she is put in witness protection – as a nun! Deloris is reluctant at first, but the more time she spends at the convent, the more she realizes that time with the sisters is exactly what she needed.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Tina
One of Deloris’s backup singers.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: Db5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Nina
One of Deloris’s backup singers.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: Db5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Elle
One of Deloris’s backup singers.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: Db5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Michelle
One of Deloris’s backup singers.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: Db5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Curtis Jackson
To put it frankly, a complete jerk. He’s not only mean and dishonest, he’s also dangerous – and he’s got Deloris on his radar. Curtis does not sing a solo, so cast a fantastic actor in this role who can make the most out of playing the bad guy.
Gender: male
Joey
The wise guy of Curtis’s group. He’s an upbeat charmer who is always ready with a joke – even though he’s one of Curtis’s criminals. Cast a charismatic, funny actor with a great singing voice in this role.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: B3
Vocal range bottom: D3
TJ
Not the brightest bulb in the bunch, and the audience is meant to have a few laughs at his expense. Cast a solid comedic actor who has great chemistry onstage with Joey and Pablo.
Gender: male
Pablo
The strong, silent type who definitely leans into his role as the muscle of the group. He has a few lines and sings some, but most importantly, he should make a great third member of the trio with Joey and TJ.
Gender: male
Ernie
One of Curtis’s thugs and, unfortunately, takes the fall for being a police informant. This is a featured role for a good actor!
Gender: male
Cop
The first person to talk to Deloris about Ernie’s murder.
Eddie Souther
The quintessential good guy with a heart of gold. Though Eddie was overlooked by Deloris in high school, he never quite got over his crush on her, which results in a few awkwardly endearing moments throughout the show. Cast an excellent actor, singer, and dancer who can portray this hardworking, sweet, dependable cop.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: Ab2
Mother Superior
Devoted leader of the convent. Her church and her sisters come before all else – and she’s not afraid to voice her opinion. Mother Superior means well and eventually comes around regarding Deloris. Mother Superior is a major role, so look for an excellent singer and actress who can portray this strong, independent woman.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Monsignor O'Hara
The charming spiritual leader of the Queen of Angels Cathedral. His bottom line is to save their church, and hemwill do anything to support the bottom line – including forcing Mother Superior to house Deloris. Monsignor O’Hara should have a good stage presence and a sense of comic timing. He does not sing a solo in the show, so cast an actor with charisma who can take over the stage!
Gender: male
Mary Patrick
A nun in the convent. She is an upbeat, over-the-top, enthusiastic person who is always looking on the bright side. She has a number of solos within songs, so cast a good singer and actor in this fun role.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Mary Robert
A postulant and the youngest of the abbey’s inhabitants. Shy, soft- spoken, and a bit of a wallflower, she enjoys being a nun, but her friendship with Deloris lets her truly find her voice. Cast a powerhouse singer and a great actor in this role.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Mary Lazarus
One of the older nuns at the convent, and she leads the choir. She is rather deadpan and not particularly welcoming to Deloris at first, though Deloris’s love of music eventually wins her over. Cast a great character actor with a sense of comic timing who is comfortable with character singing.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Mary Martin-Of-Tours
A nun who definitely exists in her own world, so cast a good actor in this role that can make strong character choices. This nun has some wonderful stand-out moments, which include delivering an excellent karate chop, but she does not sing a solo.
Gender: female
Mary Celeste
Mary Celeste and Mary Irene are the convent’s cooks.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Mary Irene
Mary Celeste and Mary Irene are the convent’s cooks.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Mary Stephen
A nun in the convent with a fantastic singing voice. She’s supportive of Deloris’s music from the start. Cast a great singer.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Mary Theresa
The oldest nun in the convent. She has a few featured lines and a small solo.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: B4
Vocal range bottom: D4
Nuns
The Nuns (including Nun 1, Nun 2, and Nun 3) help fill out of the world of the convent. Nun 1, Nun 2, and Nun 3 have featured solos, so be sure to cast actors in these roles that are ready for their moment in the spotlight.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: G4
Ensemble
Roles include: additional Nuns, Altar Boys, Street People, Angry Street Person, and Members of the Congregation