There is a lot of information here, so please read this first before you scroll down. HI! Thanks for auditioning with us! We are so excited to get this show started & can't wait to see your amazing talent. This show is A COMEDY, which means these characters are larger than life, with a lot of depth to them. There is a lot of singing & dancing in this show, so HAVE FUN with it! Here is what you will see when you scroll down below:
1) Dates of our meeting/song teach/auditions
2) A link to the script
3) A link to the audition material including songs (with and without vocals), the sheet music for auditions & your audition scenes. Each character has a folder in the google drive.
4) If you are auditioning for an ensemble role, please audition for a nun or another small character, just so we can hear you sing.
5) A list of the audition song choices (broken down by measure)
6) A character breakdown so you can get to know the characters better
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Important Dates:
Thursday, 1/30-
General Cast & Crew Meeting 2:45-3:15
Song Teach 3:15-4:30
Auditions: February 4th starting at 2:30 ( I will send a sign up as it gets closer )
Callbacks: February 5th starting at 2:30
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1) Link to the entire Sister Act Jr. Script: It is broken down in 8 parts (because of copying issues) but please make sure you read the whole thing! It won't take you long at all!
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1kPUjx6uJSB5GwlPVeFJq-kf8-3-WDAz1?usp=drive_link
2) ALL AUDITION MATERIAL IS HERE:
Link to songs (with and without vocals), audition sheet music AND audition scenes: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xxu0KgPtcePj8GICYJpC0dFmS_jTTq27?usp=sharing
Character Breakdown:
SISTER ACT JR. CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
-IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE-
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. Cast a great actress and wonderful singer in this powerhouse role.
Tina/Nina/Elle- One of Deloris’s backup singers. These featured roles are perfect for enthusiastic performers! Cast solid, good singers who are comfortable with speaking lines in this fun girl group! Adding these actors to your nun ensemble later in the show.
Curtis Jackson- He is not only mean and dishonest, he’s also dangerous – and he’s got Deloris on his radar. Need a fantastic actor in this role who can make the most out of playing the bad guy. (Sings less than the other men)
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. Charismatic, funny actor with a great singing voice in this role.
TJ- Not the brightest bulb in the bunch, and the audience is meant to have a few laughs at his expense. Solid comedic actor who has great chemistry onstage with Joey and Pablo.
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.
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!
Cop- The first person to talk to Deloris about Ernie’s murder. This is a featured role for a performer who may be new to the stage.
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. Excellent actor, singer, and dancer who can portray this hardworking, sweet, dependable cop.
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.
Monsignor O'Hara- The charming spiritual leader of the Queen of Angels Cathedral. His bottom line is to save their church, and he will 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!
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 each nun song! Need a STRONG actor & singer for this fun role!
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. Need a powerhouse singer and a great actor in this role!
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 (does a fun rap) who is comfortable with character singing.
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.
Mary Celeste/Mary Irene- Mary Celeste and Mary Irene are the convent’s cooks. They have a few featured solos, so cast confident singers in these roles.
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.
Mary Theresa- The oldest nun in the convent!
Ensemble- Roles include: additional Nuns, Altar Boys, Street People, Angry Street Person, and Members of the Congregation
3) Sheet Music Breakdown is below
Deloris:
Vocal auditions- Fabulous Baby (whole song)
- Sister Act Reprise measures 24-50
TWO scenes
Mother Superior:
Vocal auditions- Here Within These Walls measure 53-end
Scene
Mary Robert:
Vocal- Life I've Never Led measures 63-end
Scene
Eddie:
Vocal- I could be that guy measure 39-end
Scene
Joey:
Vocal- Lady in the long black dress (including line intro) beginning to measure 26
Scene
Curtis & Pablo:
Vocal- Lady In the Long Black dress measure 2-end
Scene
Ernie: No SONG- just a scene
Mary Patrick:
Vocal- Take me to heaven (Nun choir version) measure 103-111
Scene
Mary Lazarus:
Vocal- Raise Your Voice measure 121 (including line)- 131
Take me to heaven (nun choir version) measure 112-119
Scene
TJ:
Vocal- Take me to heaven newscaster (beginning)
Scene
Mary Martin of Tours/Irene/Stephen/Celeste/Theresa:
Vocals- Raise Your Voice measure 55-66
Scene
Michelle, Tina, Elle, Nina:
Take me to heaven (nightclub) Measure 27-44
Scene
Ensemble:
Vocals- Raise Your Voice measure 55-66
1) Dates of our meeting/song teach/auditions
2) A link to the script
3) A link to the audition material including songs (with and without vocals), the sheet music for auditions & your audition scenes. Each character has a folder in the google drive.
4) If you are auditioning for an ensemble role, please audition for a nun or another small character, just so we can hear you sing.
5) A list of the audition song choices (broken down by measure)
6) A character breakdown so you can get to know the characters better
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Important Dates:
Thursday, 1/30-
General Cast & Crew Meeting 2:45-3:15
Song Teach 3:15-4:30
Auditions: February 4th starting at 2:30 ( I will send a sign up as it gets closer )
Callbacks: February 5th starting at 2:30
-- -- --
1) Link to the entire Sister Act Jr. Script: It is broken down in 8 parts (because of copying issues) but please make sure you read the whole thing! It won't take you long at all!
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1kPUjx6uJSB5GwlPVeFJq-kf8-3-WDAz1?usp=drive_link
2) ALL AUDITION MATERIAL IS HERE:
Link to songs (with and without vocals), audition sheet music AND audition scenes: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xxu0KgPtcePj8GICYJpC0dFmS_jTTq27?usp=sharing
Character Breakdown:
SISTER ACT JR. CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
-IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE-
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. Cast a great actress and wonderful singer in this powerhouse role.
Tina/Nina/Elle- One of Deloris’s backup singers. These featured roles are perfect for enthusiastic performers! Cast solid, good singers who are comfortable with speaking lines in this fun girl group! Adding these actors to your nun ensemble later in the show.
Curtis Jackson- He is not only mean and dishonest, he’s also dangerous – and he’s got Deloris on his radar. Need a fantastic actor in this role who can make the most out of playing the bad guy. (Sings less than the other men)
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. Charismatic, funny actor with a great singing voice in this role.
TJ- Not the brightest bulb in the bunch, and the audience is meant to have a few laughs at his expense. Solid comedic actor who has great chemistry onstage with Joey and Pablo.
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.
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!
Cop- The first person to talk to Deloris about Ernie’s murder. This is a featured role for a performer who may be new to the stage.
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. Excellent actor, singer, and dancer who can portray this hardworking, sweet, dependable cop.
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.
Monsignor O'Hara- The charming spiritual leader of the Queen of Angels Cathedral. His bottom line is to save their church, and he will 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!
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 each nun song! Need a STRONG actor & singer for this fun role!
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. Need a powerhouse singer and a great actor in this role!
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 (does a fun rap) who is comfortable with character singing.
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.
Mary Celeste/Mary Irene- Mary Celeste and Mary Irene are the convent’s cooks. They have a few featured solos, so cast confident singers in these roles.
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.
Mary Theresa- The oldest nun in the convent!
Ensemble- Roles include: additional Nuns, Altar Boys, Street People, Angry Street Person, and Members of the Congregation
3) Sheet Music Breakdown is below
Deloris:
Vocal auditions- Fabulous Baby (whole song)
- Sister Act Reprise measures 24-50
TWO scenes
Mother Superior:
Vocal auditions- Here Within These Walls measure 53-end
Scene
Mary Robert:
Vocal- Life I've Never Led measures 63-end
Scene
Eddie:
Vocal- I could be that guy measure 39-end
Scene
Joey:
Vocal- Lady in the long black dress (including line intro) beginning to measure 26
Scene
Curtis & Pablo:
Vocal- Lady In the Long Black dress measure 2-end
Scene
Ernie: No SONG- just a scene
Mary Patrick:
Vocal- Take me to heaven (Nun choir version) measure 103-111
Scene
Mary Lazarus:
Vocal- Raise Your Voice measure 121 (including line)- 131
Take me to heaven (nun choir version) measure 112-119
Scene
TJ:
Vocal- Take me to heaven newscaster (beginning)
Scene
Mary Martin of Tours/Irene/Stephen/Celeste/Theresa:
Vocals- Raise Your Voice measure 55-66
Scene
Michelle, Tina, Elle, Nina:
Take me to heaven (nightclub) Measure 27-44
Scene
Ensemble:
Vocals- Raise Your Voice measure 55-66