Sister Act pits disco-dancing nuns against dangerous gangsters in a joyous feel-good musical comedy. It celebrates the universal power of friendship, sisterhood and music. Based on the hit film and nominated for five Tony Awards including Best Musical.

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 them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood.

Cast
Deloris Van Cartier- Amirah Musa
Mother Superior- Tori T
Tuccillo
Sister Mary Patrick- Anna Rae Brown
Sister Mary Robert- Mary Kate Caserta
Sister Mary Lazarus- Terry Neack
Sister Mary Theresa- Joan Kienlan
Sister Mary Martin of Tours- Tammy Fairchild
Monsignor O'Hara- John Dorney
Eddie Souther- Jake Eyink
TJ- Colson Litterell
Paola/Nun- Sephyrah Martin
Michelle- Charmaine Webster
Tina- Roniece Hutchins
Joey- Nolan Todd
Curtis- Norman A. Moxley II
Ernie- Noa Greely

Ensemble-
Lindsey Marriott, Melanie Brown, Lily Brown, Carla Browning, Jamie Pavlofsky, Ilana Milberg, Eva Greer, Jillian Whitaker, Morgan Murphy

Directed by: Richard Lee Waldeck
Music and Orchestral Direction by: Sarah Lingg
Production Stage Manager: Gwyn Lee
Choreography by: Isadore Karrick
Costumed by: Poleena Greely
Co Produced by: Denise A. Schnieders & Selena Mungur

This production is made possible through Grants received from the Ohio Arts Council and Middletown Community Foundation

What is a Sensory Friendly Performance:

A Sensory Friendly performance is a theater production that welcomes individuals with sensory needs, including people on the autism spectrum, as well as first-time theatergoers and young children. The show is modified to allow for patron movement, staff and actors are trained to accommodate patron needs, and all patrons are welcome to experience theater in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

ADJUSTMENTS
Environmental adjustments to create a friendly, supportive environment, as well as alterations to the performance, include:

The house lights will remain dimmed during the performance, rather than completely off
The intensity of lighting and sound effects will be reduced.
A quiet area will be available in the lobby for children who need to take a break from the show.
There will be a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere where patrons can feel comfortable during the performance and enter or exit the theater during the performance, with the assistance of ushers.
Tablets and smartphones will be permitted to help non-verbal audience members communicate.

For more information regarding the Sensory Friendly Production please visit - INNOVAtheatre.com/sensory