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Cabrillo Stage 2026 Summer Production of “Sister Act, The Musical”!
Our 2026 Summer Production of “Sister Act, The Musical”!
An exuberant celebration of sisterhood, soulful music, and unstoppable joy that lights up the stage!
NOMINATED FOR 5 TONY AWARDS
INCLUDING BEST MUSICAL & BEST ORIGINAL SCORE!
NOMINATED FOR 5 DRAMA DESK AWARDS
INCLUDING OUTSTANDING MUSICAL & OUTSTANDING MUSIC & LYRICS
STORY
of Sister Act
Sister Act hits the stage with the force of a disco ball struck by divine inspiration. Deloris, a bold and big-hearted nightclub singer, lands in a convent for her own protection and winds up transforming a tuneless choir into a soulful powerhouse. Her energy shakes the dust off every pew as she teaches the nuns to sing with joy, courage, and a little sparkling attitude.
As the sisters find their voices, the convent becomes a lively hub of music and community, surprising everyone—including Deloris herself. The show blends warmth, mischief, and uplifting musical numbers that celebrate belonging and the thrill of stepping into your own power.
By the finale, the once-quiet convent is radiating harmony, friendship, and unstoppable fun. Sister Act delivers a burst of laughter, heart, and high-energy music that leaves the audience glowing long after the curtain falls.
More information on our website at https://www.cabrillostage.com
Auditions for the Fall 2026 Production:
Cabrillo College Theatre Arts is excited to announce
AUDITIONS for the Fall 2026 show
MACHINAL
a play by Sophie Treadwell
Directed by Robin Aronson
First performed on Broadway in 1928 and inspired by a sensational, media-frenzied
murder trial, MACHINAL is a rare treasure of American Expressionism by a female
playwright that tells the electrifying story of a Young Woman who, trapped by stifling
expectations in a hard, mechanized society, performs an act of desperation to free
herself, only to pay the ultimate price.
There are many fantastic speaking roles that revolve around the Young Woman
protagonist. There is plenty of ensemble action during scenes. Most actors will play
more than one role. Cast size 16-19.
Inclusive casting. All students and community actors are welcome!
Directed by Robin Aronson. Questions? roaronso@cabrillo.edu
AUDITIONS:
Auditions are the first week of classes--August 25 and 26 -- 6:30-8:30pm.
Auditions on Tuesday and Wednesday will be in person on the Crocker Mainstage in the Crocker Theater Building VAPA 4000
Please prepare a 60-90 second monologue. No monologue, no problem, come anyway!
CALLBACKS:
Thursday, August 27, 6:30pm. If you are selected for a callback, you'll be notified that night of your audition.
REHEARSALS:
Tuesday-Friday evenings, 6:30-9:30pm.
SHOWTIMES:
Friday, Oct. 30, Sunday, Nov. 1. Fridays, Nov. 6 & 13. Two shows, Sat.
Nov. 7. Sat. Nov. 14. Sundays, Nov. 8 & 15. (Pick-up rehearsal, Thurs. Nov. 5).
THE CLASS(s):
TA 29 & TA 529--Rehearsal and Performance, and TA 27 & TA 527--Theatre Production Workshop.
Once cast, enroll for your choice of 1, 2 or 3 credits. Actors cast in the show must enroll in both classes. TA 529 and 527 are non-credit options.
The SCRIPT is available here: https://people.fmarion.edu/llarsen/machinal.pdf
AUDITION FORM:
Please fill out and submit the form https://forms.gle/pJQh69wEBrgG2gd99 before you audition on Tuesday or Wednesday, by 6:30pm.
All students and actors are welcome and encouraged to audition! Inclusive casting.
For more info please contact:
Robin Aronson, director and TA29/529 instructor: roaronson@cabrillo.edu
Skip Epperson, head of the Theatre Department and TA 27/527 instructor: wmeppers@cabrillo.edu