Hallelujah! Colonial Chorus Players' 'Sister Act' Rocks Out!

A disguise is necessary to protect you - so a nun it is!

Colonial Chorus Players hits the stage with Sister Act. After witnessing a horrible crime, Deloris, a disco diva must stay undercover in a convent as a nun. At first, she believes this is a nightmare until turning the struggling church into a soulful atmosphere.

Oh lord, what a show! In one of the best audience responses I have ever experienced, Colonial Chorus Players ignites an exuberant, joyful, and lively performance of Sister Act. The show captivates audiences with powerful musical numbers performed by a dynamic cast and a heartfelt message about growth.

Nadia Robertson fills Whoopi Goldberg’s iconic shoes as Deloris/Sister Mary Clarence. Robertson’s energetic charisma and sassy demeanor brings flair to the role. I also got a kick out of Robertson’s hilarious facial reactions. Deloris’ growth is the most important part of the character, reminding us to tolerate new ideas.

The ensemble cast is filled with talented performers who light up the stage. I will keep saying it until the end of time; no small part exists in the theater! The entire cast rocked out to the songs having a blast.

Sue Brother shines as the strict Mother Superior. Initially, she is not open about Deloris’s company, making judgments and sassy remarks. Brother and Robertson build a hilarious bond that develops into a heartwarming camaraderie.

The ensemble of nuns takes down the church with their energy, enthusiasm, and hilarious dynamics. They hammed up every scene, having a ball. A couple of shoutouts merit Jilliana Sliby (Sister Mary Robert) and Laura Pawlyk (Sister Mary Patrick).

Erik Rodenhiser deserves a special shoutout as gangster Curtis Jackson and his bungling henchmen. His villain song, ‘When I Find My Baby’ was an audience favorite. Same with Noah Turner’s (Eddie Souther) ‘I Could Be That Guy.’

The music by Alan Menken steals the spotlight. This was my first time seeing Sister Act as a musical. I never realized that ‘Raise Your Voice’ came from this show. This song was tremendous, including vibrant choreography by Jill Tokac and Jason Hair-Wynn! Each song is delivered with captivating passion, inspiring everyone to get up and dance.

No show goes on without helpful tech hands. Crew members are busy changing sets, spotting colorful light cues, and supplying costumes. Aside from signature nun uniforms, a few glitter and sparkles are tossed on. There is one epic costume change onstage! As for the sets, a beautiful church background was created, decorated with a colorful window.

What truly sets the story apart is the moral of Sister Act. Under the tremendous direction of Jason Hair-Wynn, his vision highlights a meaningful message about growth and friendship.

Deloris’s friendship with the nuns is Sister Act’s most powerful message as the sisters unite. Deloris helps each nun see that there’s more to them than they ever realized. Sister Mary Robert says it all in her crowning song, ‘The Life I Never Led.’

My true takeaway from Sister Act was the lively audience reaction. The response from the crowd is a memory I will never forget. The audience was alive, amplifying infectious laughter, comical remarks, and a commotion of smashing applause. The woman sitting next to me was having the time of her life, commenting, ‘Holy Lord, this is a blast!’

Colonial Chorus Players’ Sister Act is entertaining from start to finish. Stay until the very end for a memorable encore. If you don’t have your tickets May 10-12, I highly recommend you buy one because this production is a show you don't want to miss. It was an honor to witness this musical triumph and its incredible talent.