Why Watch Sister Act?
- Straight from heaven and Broadway, Sister Act lands at the Lyric in Brisbane! With divine tunes and heavenly laughs, this global smash hit is the must-see musical of the year.
- Starring Casey Donovan, Genevieve Lemon, and Rhonda Burchmore, this show is a triple treat of Aussie talent!
- The musical features a brand new Motown-infused, disco-fueled soundtrack by Tony and 8-time Oscar award-winner Alan Menken (Disney’s Aladdin, Enchanted, The Little Mermaid).
- Nominated for 5 Tonys and 6 Oliviers, Sister Act is a holy grail of musical theater and something you won’t want to miss. Book your tickets today!
Get ready, Brisbane! The most divine musical of all time, Sister Act, is coming to town this February after taking Broadway and the West End by storm and racking up multiple awards. In her biggest role yet, multi-award-winner Casey Donovan shines as Deloris Van Cartier, the character Whoopi Goldberg made famous. Joining her are the fabulous Genevieve Lemon as the no-nonsense Mother Superior and Rhonda Burchmore as the sassy choir leader, Sister Mary Lazarus.
With music by Tony, Grammy, and 8-time Oscar-winner Alan Menken (Aladdin, The Little Mermaid), and a soundtrack full of Motown, soul, and disco tunes, Sister Act will lift your spirits to new heights!
Storyline
When disco diva Deloris witnesses a murder, she’s hidden away in the last place she’d expect—a convent! Under protective custody, she’s roped into helping the struggling choir. As she helps the nuns find their musical voices, she unexpectedly rediscovers her own, proving that sometimes the most unexpected places can spark true transformation.
Show timings
- Show timings for Sister Act may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Additional Information
- Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
- Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
- Outside Food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.
Frequently asked questions
Tickets start from AU$69.90 and the cost will vary depending on the seats you choose.
The show is suitable for ages 10 and above. This production contains moderate language, gunshot effects, and depictions of smoking onstage.
The show is playing at the Lyric Theatre in Brisbane.
When disco diva Deloris witnesses a murder, she’s hidden in a convent for protection—definitely not her usual scene! Tasked with reviving a struggling choir, she helps the nuns find their voices and, in the process, unexpectedly rediscovers her own.
The running time is 2 hours and 30 minutes.
