Sister Act: A Blessed Night Of Music And Jaw Dropping Laughter

By Claudia Lugo/Tell Us Detroit Entertainment Editor

DETROIT, MI (Tell Us Det) - Hilarious, delightful, energetic and uplifting are some of the words that fit perfectly when trying to describe the Broadway musical “Sister Act”, now playing at the Fisher Theatre as part of the series “Broadway in Detroit”.

Last Tuesday evening, the spectators that filled the theatre, enjoyed to the highest the performances of a very well rounded production that includes extraordinary vocals, outstanding music, eye-catching setting and sparkling customs. “Sister Act” has all the necessary elements to offer a true Broadway musical experience.

Featuring original music by Tony and 8-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this musical tells the story of Deloris Van Cartier, a wannabe diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a crime and the cops hide her in a convent. Under the suspicious watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. It is a sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship.

The key element in this musical is the songs written by Alan Menken (score) and Glenn Slater (lyrics). Mr. Menken and Mr. Slater manage to deliver contagious Motown-like songs that make the audience inevitably start dancing their feet. Even though some musical numbers start up weak and seem that they are unnecessary for the play, they all end up having the spectators clapping and cheering. One good example is “I could be that guy” performed by the fantastic Chester Gregory. He easily steals the show with that song.

On the story side, Cheri and Bill Steinkellner put their experience in writing situation comedies (Cheers) to create a group of charming characters that grow through the show. Each of them has his chance to shine on stage and they all do a highly enjoyable work.



The show combines music with comedy in a blend that keeps spectators constantly laughing and dancing on their seats. The show starts energetic with “Take me to heaven” and closes energetic as well with “Spread the Love Around”. The spectators start laughing even before the curtain is being raised.

Walking out of a theatre still clapping and smiling is a proof that the show is a not to be missed. This is the case of “Sister Act”.


“Sister Act” is running now through May 4th. at the Fisher Theatre:
- Tuesday through Saturday evening performances at 8:00 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m.
- Sunday evening performances at 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, April 27 at 7:30 p.m. is a Special Open Captioned performance

Tickets for Sister Act start at $40 (includes parking and facility fees) and are now on sale at all Ticketmaster locations, by phone at 1-800-982-2787, online at www.ticketmaster.com or www.broadwayindetroit.com and at the Fisher Theatre box office. Tickets for the Special Open Captioned performance may be purchased in person at the Fisher Theatre box office or by phone at 313-872-1000, ext.0. A limited number of premium seats are available through Ticketmaster and at the box office. For group sales (12 or more) please email groups@broadwayindetroit.com or call (313) 871-1132. Performance schedule, prices and cast are subject to change without notice.

The Broadway In Detroit Series at the Fisher Theatre is sponsored by Chrysler. As part of this sponsorship, “Broadway In Detroit” meets “Imported from Detroit,” with the latest and hottest Chrysler vehicles on display at the theatre.

For more information, please visit www.broadwayindetroit.com, www.sisteractthemusical.com.