Deloris Van Cartier is a chanteuse at a disco nightclub where she keeps company with her friends. She is dating a married gangster named Vince La Rocco. He gives her a hideous blue jacket for Christmas. When she seeks him out to return it, she accidentally witnesses a murder. Fortunately, she’s able to escape his thugs, and seek help from the police. This will be no walk in the park, as La Rocco has eyes everywhere. They come up with the hot idea to hide her at St. Katharine’s Convent. Deloris is pretty snazzy with a lot of charming personality. Who would think to find her in a nunnery?
Perhaps the same question pondered by Reverend Mother. In all fairness, Deloris isn’t onboard, either. It just doesn’t seem like a good fit. But eventually Reverend Mother sees the wisdom in this ruse, and the money offered by the cops doesn’t hurt. Will Deloris rock the boat of religious observation? Deloris being Deloris isn’t defiant, she just has a knack for joie de vivre. These events bring out a tenderness in her we have haven’t seen before. She breaks through the weariness and monotony. When Reverend Mother orders Deloris to conduct the choir, the sisters find themselves gobsmacked and delighted.
Firehouse Theatre’s production of Sister Act is pitch perfect. The choreography is nimble and light. The singing confident and agile. The dialogue pointed and carefully timed. The cast overflows with gusto and panache. Not once have I caught a musical at Firehouse Theatre that was disappointing. Everyone professional, competent, and dedicated. The show closes this weekend, so don’t miss this riotous, rambunctious ride.
Firehouse Theatre presents Sister Act playing May 29-31st, 2026. 2535 Valley View Ln, Farmers Branch, TX, 75234. thefirehousetheatre.com (972) 620-3747