AUDITION NOTICE: Sister Act - Toowoomba Choral Society

Title: Sister Act

Presented By: Toowoomba Choral Society

Genre: Musical Theatre

Synopsis: 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 they are up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood. 

Audition Date: 

• Friday 27th & Saturday 28th March 2026

• Callbacks - Monday 30th March (Afternoon/Evening). Lead and Minor Lead auditionees must keep this date free.

Audition Time: Allocated one-hour session (Friday auditions run throughout the day)

Audition Location and Address: Toowoomba Anglican School, 2 Campbell St, East Toowoomba 

Audition Requirements:

Lead/Minor Role:

• Own choice song (up to 1 minute / 32 bars) in music theatre or soul/gospel style (not from the show)

• Dialogue excerpt (provided one week prior)

• Ensemble audition

Ensemble/Backstage Singer: Ensemble audition only

Own Choice Song Notes:

• Provide own accompanist, use show accompanist (upload sheet music with audition form), or bring professional backing track (no vocals).

• Song should demonstrate vocal ability and storytelling.

Dialogue:

• Script excerpts provided prior

• American accents encouraged (not essential)

• Dialogue may be reserved for callbacks.

Ensemble Audition:

• Vocal excerpts provided prior.

• Movement taught on the day - wear suitable clothing and shoes.

Audition Registration: Applications close Friday 13th March, register HERE

Audition Pack: Toowoomba Choral Society Sister Act Audition Pack

Performance Dates: September 3rd - 5th, 2026

Performance Times:

• Thursday & Friday - 7:30PM

• Saturday - 2PM & 7:30PM

Performance Location: Empire Theatre, 54-56 Neil Street, Toowoomba City, QLD 4350

Rehearsal Dates: Begin Monday 25th May, Mondays & Thursdays (evenings) & Sundays (all day)

Rehearsal Location: Toowoomba Choral Hall, Corner Bridge & Raff Streets, Toowoomba

Warnings: Mild adult themes, staged violence references, loud music, theatrical effects.

Performer Age: 18+ (must be 18 by Monday 25th May). 

Creative Team:

• Director/Stage Designer – Mary Quade

• Assistant Director – Sandie Black

• Musical Director – Nick Williams

• Assistant Musical Director/Vocal Coach/Repetiteur – Wendy Burns

• Choreographer – Holly Petersen

• Stage Manager – Marty Zarb

• Costume Design – Debra Nairn

• Wardrobe Supervisor – Jenny Paynter

• Head of Construction – John Quade

• Props Master – Kylie Lee

• Graphics/Marketing – Kate Banks

• Sponsorship – Kylie Lee

Production Website: Toowoomba Choral Society - Sister Act 

Other Information:

Membership & Fees: All cast must become financial members of the Toowoomba Choral Society.

• Adult: $182.50 ($82.50 membership + $100 production levy)

• Concession/Student: $167.50 ($67.50 + $100 production levy)

• Current 2026 Financial Members: $100 production levy only

Fees due prior to Meet & Greet (24th May).

Crew, Orchestra & Volunteers: EOI via production@tcschoral.com.au

Full orchestra includes bass, drums, guitar, keyboards (1–3), percussion, reeds, brass, and more.

Available Roles/Character Breakdown:

• Deloris Van Cartier – Female, 25–45 (Lead) – E3–F#5

• Mother Superior – Female, 50–70 (Lead) – D3–E5

• Sister Mary Robert – Female, 18–25 (Lead) – F#3–A5

• Monsignor O’Hara – Male, 45–60 (Minor) – E3–G4

• Curtis – Male, 30–40 (Minor) – A2–Ab4

• Eddie Souther – Male, 25–45 (Minor) – Ab2–B4

• Joey – Male, 30–40 (Minor) – Bb2–Eb5

• Pablo – Male, 25–40 (Minor) – C4–F5

• Sister Mary Lazarus – Female, 50–70 (Minor) – F3–B4

• Sister Mary Patrick – Female, 35–50 (Minor) – G3–E6

• TJ – Male, 18–30 (Minor) – Db3–Eb5

• Sister Mary Martin-of-Tours – Female, 40–60 (Minor) – Spoken

• Sister Mary Theresa – Female, 60–70 (Minor) – Spoken

• Michelle – Female, 20–30 (Minor) – Bb3–F5

• Tina – Female, 20–30 (Minor) – Ab3–F5

• Ernie – Male, 25–35 (Minor) – Spoken

• Ensemble – Any gender, 18+ (All ranges)