The Royal Theatre Young Players will present a musical production of Sister Act JR starting with the opening show at 7 p.m. on July 11.
This musical production, made possible by our sponsorship with Everett Buick GMC, tells the story of Deloris Van Cartier, a high-spirited aspiring singer, who witnesses a murder and is forced to enter the Queen of Angels convent under witness protection. Though Deloris Van Cartier is forced into the convent under witness protection, she quickly finds her place in the women’s choir. While Deloris does not share the faith and modesty of her fellow nuns, her newfound community of sisters offers her friendship and fellowship, and, in turn, Deloris teaches each woman how to raise her voice in beautiful praise.
The choir’s new sound proves a big draw, attracting new worshippers at church services, sorely-needed donations, and community attention. Based on the hit film of the same name, Sister Act JR. features music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, a book by Cheri and Bill Steinkellner, and additional book material by Douglas Carter Beane.
The show opened on the West End in 2009, and a revised adaptation opened on Broadway in 2011 which received multiple Tony nominations, including “Best Musical.” Performances will be held at 7 p.m.
July 11 to July 13, and July 18 to July 20, with a 2 p.m. matinee performance on July 14 and July 21.
The Understudy performances are July 11 for Eddie Souther (Griffin Taylor) and Monsignor (Aubrey Nelson.
