Sister Act

Synopsis

When Disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder she is put in protective custody in the one place 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 an up tight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir Deloris breaths 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 new found Sister Hood. Based on the smash-hit movie.

Our Review:

Simon Tavener - 19 October 2011

I think it is fair to say straight off that Sister Act is probably the best musical I have seen at the New Theatre. It has just the right mix of music, comedy, fun and spectacle combined with some outstanding vocal performances - a near perfect night out.

For fans of the original film, it is worth noting that none of the songs feature in the stage versions. However for me, that is not a problem. What you get is a great score written by Alan Menken - one of the greatest musical theatre composers of his (or possibly any) generation. The action has been moved to the 1970s and consequently we are treated to a range of numbers that perfectly evoke the era of disco and soul classics.

This adaptation has been many years in the making and the tour is the latest version of the script to be put before the paying public. For me it is a tightly constructed piece that keeps moving neatly between the various settings and events. I know that some of those who saw the London version p...

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