Sister Act

This lively and energetic show captured our attention right from the start. It featured a full cast of singing nuns, some villains, and a woman named Deloris who was saved by a good friend. The production of "Sister Act" was thoroughly entertaining.  Deloris, played by Kirsten MacDonald showcased her incredible singing and acting skills throughout the show. This was a challenging role, but her talent was clear. At the beginning, she was joined by Michelle (played by Amy Campbell) and Tina (played by Robyn Crawford), who also delivered strong performances, helping to kick off the show on a high note.  Early in the story, we met Curtis, a mean gangster played by Marcus Littlejohn. He did a fantastic job, and his three gangsters, Joey (Lewis Compston), Pablo (Graeme Wilson), and Curtis's nephew TJ (Lewis Milliken), worked well together. They performed two big songs, "When I Find My Baby" and "Lady In The Long Black Dress," which were both well sung and entertaining.  After Deloris witnesses a shooting, she needs to be hidden away, and that's when we meet police officer Eddie Souther, played by Brian Toward. He excelled in this role, especially in his song "I Could Be That Guy," and smoothly transitioned between being the police officer and a disco dancer in a white suit. When Deloris arrives at the chapel, we meet the strict Mother Superior, played by Hazel Keay. She balanced being stern with showing a softer, more comedic side, highlighted by her great singing.  The comedy in the show came from several of the nuns, and each principal character brought their own unique charm. Mary Patrick, who was bright and cheerful, was portrayed by Laura Minto, and her funny lines were spot on. Mary Robert, played by Laura McGee, showed a sweet innocence, and her song was performed beautifully. Mary Lazarus, played by Julie Cassells, was bold and energetic. Liz Shearer as Mary Martin of Tours and Anne Allan as Mary Theresa provided a nice contrast in their roles. Monsignor O’Hara, played by Raymond Morrison, was also great with his comedic timing. The ensemble singing was strong, with great vocal harmonies, and their dancing and movements were impressive. The band, led by Ross Angus, sounded balanced, and there was excellent communication between the musicians and the performers on stage. The choreography was smooth, and the entire production under the direction of Roy McGregor was very well done. This was a strong production and supported well by the backstage crew who ensured the show ran smoothly.

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