Directed by Gary Starkie
Assisted by Jed Spittle
Musical Director Jack Pudsey
Cast - 5 women
Rehearsals Mondays & Wednesdays
Show dates: Wednesday 5th - Saturday 8th November 2025
Characters
SISTER MARY REGINA, Mother Superior (Reverend Mother)
A feisty, overweight Sophie Tucker-type who can’t resist the spotlight.
SISTER MARY HUBERT, Mistress of Novices
The second in command, she is always competing with the Mother Superior.
SISTER ROBERT ANNE
A streetwise, tough character from Brooklyn. A constant source of aggravation for the Mother Superior.
SISTER MARY AMNESIA
This nun lost her memory after a crucifix fell on her head. She is very sweet.
SISTER MARY LEO
The novice who has entered the convent with the firm desire to become the first nun ballerina.
Audition Pieces
Music
You may sing whichever song you feel best suits your voice, or if you wish - both!
Biggest Ain’t The Best - Guide Vocal
Biggest Ain’t The Best - With Tune
Biggest Ain’t The Best - Backing
Biggest Ain’t The Best - Lyrics
Growing Up Catholic - Guide Vocal
Growing Up Catholic - With Tune
Growing Up Catholic - Backing
Growing Up Catholic - Lyrics
Libretto
The libretto selections below will be used for Audition. If you have a strong preference for a character then please feel free to study that piece.
The panel will ask auditionees to read for various roles in order to best demonstrate your ability.
Questions
For more information, please contact:
garystarkie@yahoo.co.uk