Sister Act
February 24 – April 1
Based on the musical comedy movie, Sister Act tells the hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a disco diva, whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder and the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look – a convent! Under the suspicious watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps the secluded sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, Sister Act is reason to rejoice!
Running Time: 2 HOURS AND 30 MINUTES
Sister Act
February 24 – April 1
Based on the musical comedy movie, Sister Act tells the hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a disco diva, whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder and the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look – a convent! Under the suspicious watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps the secluded sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, Sister Act is reason to rejoice!
Running Time: 2 HOURS AND 30 MINUTES
Remi Veronica
Remi Veronica (Deloris Van Cartier/Sister Mary Clarence) joins Dutch Apple as the fabulous Deloris Van Cartier! Remi is thrilled to be taking on such a dynamic role in the uplifting musical that is Sister Act. Several of Remi’s theatrical credits include: Peggy Sooe, Lily Pond and others in After Happily Ever After (Off-Broadway); Daphne Brooks in Like Real People Do (Linked Dance Theatre); Singer and puppeteer in the touring youth show FIVE (NYCCT); and lead vocalist in the developmental workshop Songs About Trains (The New Ohio Theatre). She sends gratitude to her teachers, coaches, family and friends for their support, encouragement and unwavering faith. www.remiveronica.com
Jama Bowen
Jama Bowen (Mother Superior) is thrilled to reprise this role after appearing in both of its Prather debut production runs. Additional Prather credits: Honky Tonk Angels (Angela), Midlife the Musical, Great American Trailer Park Christmas (Betty). Favorite Regional: one-woman show Becoming Dr Ruth (Ruth Westheimer), Angels in America (Hannah), Les Misérables (Madame Thenardier), Nine (Liliane La Fleur), Spitfire Grill (Hannah), Pacific Overtures (Geisha Madam), Steel Magnolias (Truvy), White Christmas (Martha). Tour: No More Secrets (Trudy). Nashville-based, Jama has had Top 40 radio hits; sung for President Bill Clinton; performed with Sheryl Crow, Reba McEntire and George Jones; and was a long-time soloist on WSM Radio live – home of the Grand Ole Opry.
Grace Atherholt
Grace Atherholt (Ghost of Christmas Past/Ensemble) is excited to be back at Dutch Apple after previously appearing as Ariel in The Little Mermaid and Sister Mary Robert in Sister Act. Other credits: Int’l Tour The Wizard of Oz, Prather Touring; Esther: The Heart of a Queen, NYC Workshop; Daddy Long Legs (Jerusha); West Side Story (Anybodys). Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!
Shannon Connolly
Shannon Connolly (Mrs. Fezziwig/Ensemble) is excited to be celebrating the holiday season in Christmas Carol. She was last seen as Tammy in Escape to Margaritaville. Past Favorite Roles: Sister Mary Partrick (Sister Act), Miss Shields (A Christmas Story), & Rita LaPorta (Lucky Stiff). Much love & many thanks to this delightful cast & crew, Extra Love to Frank.
Sabrina Brush
Sabrina Brush (Sister Mary Lazarus) is thrilled to be making her Dutch Apple debut! Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Sabrina recently moved to New York City after graduating from Oklahoma City University, where she studied both Musical Theatre and Opera performance. She is no stranger to playing fun old ladies, as some of her previous credits include Aunt March (Little Women), Ruth (The Pirates of Penzance), Madame Matroppo (Very Good Eddie), Miss. Shingle (A Gentleman’s Guide To Love And Murder), and Pauline (No, No, Nanette). Thanks to mom, dad, and Broad Talent! www.sabrinabrush.com
Sam Arlen
Sam Arlen (Ernie/Contest Worker/Ensemble/Monsignor US) has been working for Prather Productions for over a decade and is thrilled to be in Sister Act! He was most recently seen here at the Dutch Apple in Murder on the Orient Express, as Michel, the conductor. Other favorites include Grimsby in The Little Mermaid and Roscoe Dexter in Singin' in the Rain. National Tour: Fiddler on the Roof (Sasha/Russian Soloist). Favorite Regional: Kinky Boots (Rex), Annie (Bert Healy), Miracle on 34th St. (Marvin Shellhammer), La Cage Aux Folles (Hanna), Godspell (Judas), Seussical (Cat in the Hat), Joseph...Dreamcoat (Butler), Clue the Musical (Boddy). Sam is an avid reader, gamer, raver, and long distance runner! Proud Hartt School Graduate, 2009! For M&D. IG:@samarlen
Tricia Corcoran
Tricia Corcoran (Emma Goldman/Ensemble) most recently seen as Sister Mary Theresa in Sister Act, feels humbled to bring Emma Goldman to this stage. Goldman, a Lithuanian-born anarchist revolutionary, political activist, and writer, championed free speech, birth control, women’s equality, workers’ rights, and free universal education regardless of race or gender. "The most violent element in society is ignorance." She was a passionate voice for women, workers, and immigrants. "When we can’t dream any longer we die." As always, love to Kylie and Quinn.
Joshua James Crawford
Joshua James Crawford (TJ/Ensemble/Eddie US) is excited to be returning to Dutch Apple for the second time. You might recognize him from Rock of Ages in spring of 2022. He holds a degree in Theatre Performance from Virginia Commonwealth University and has been blessed to work professionally along the East Coast since 2016. Some of his other credits include Puck in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Phaedra in La Cage Aux Folles, being a swing in Signature Theatre DC’s production of The Scottsboro Boys and several productions at Virginia Repertory Theatre in Richmond, Virginia. He wishes you many blessing and hopes you enjoy the show!
Brynne Davidson
Brynne Davidson (Female Swing) (she/her) is happy to return to the Dutch Apple stage. Recently seen in Escape to Margaritaville, her other Dutch Apple credits include: Guys and Dolls, Newsies, Footloose, Sister Act, and Elf. Brynne received her Associates degree in Dance Theatre from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in NYC. Much love to friends and family. @brynne.rileigh
Nolan Davidson
Nolan Davidson (Young Marley/Ensemble) is excited to be back on the Dutch Apple stage! Recently in Escape to Margaritaville. Dutch Apple credits: Guys and Dolls, Newsies, Elf, Saturday Night Fever, The Little Mermaid, Madagascar Jr. Other credits: Crazy For You (Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival), Newsies, Footloose, Mary Poppins, Gypsy (Fulton Theatre). He is a graduate of DeSales University and would like to thank his family and friends for their love and support. Carpe Diem! IG: nolan_davidson34
Rudy Foster
Rudy Foster (Lt. Eddie Souther) is psyched to make his Dutch Apple debut with Sister Act! Highlights of previous credits include Hair (Claude), Les Misérables (Enjolras), Sister Act (Eddie), and originating award-winning, audience-adored shows at Dollywood & Cedar Point theme parks. All my love to Kris & Chris and Mom & Dad! Twitter/IG: @rudy_the_star
Ethan Gonzalez
Ethan Gonzalez (Drag Queen Bartender/Alter Boy/Ensemble/TJ & Pablo US) is very thankful to be making his professional regional debut! He is a recent graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in NY. Favorite credits include The Little Mermaid (Flounder), Newsies (Ike), West Side Story (Toro), and August: Osage County (Bill). Thank you God! Thank you family! Spread the love y’all! Insta: ethan_diego_gonzalez.
Frank Hughes
Frank Hughes (Male Swing) is excited to be back at the Dutch Apple. Recent DA credits: A Christmas Carol, Sister Act (Joey), The Little Mermaid (Chef Louie), and Rock of Ages. Select favorite credits : Les Misérables (Valjean), Sweeney Todd (Pirelli), and The Full Monty (Malcolm). All the love to the cast and crew. Extra love to Shannon. For my Mom.
Christina Jones
Christina Jones (Michelle/Nun/Ensemble/Deloris US) (she/her) is a musical theater performer, musician, voice actress and writer. She started out singing at a young age and has since participated in various vocal competitions such as American Idol and Amateur Night at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, NY. Theater credits include: Cabaret (Ensemble), Shrek the Musical (Dragon), Big Fish (The Witch/Josephine respectively), For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow is Enuf (Lady in Yellow), Once On This Island (Erzulie), and Ain’t Misbehavin’ (Charlaine Woodard). When she’s not doing theater, you can find her writing songs and poetry.
Kayla Klase
Kayla Klase (Ensemble/Mother US) is honored to be part of this beautifully poignant show. She was most recently seen at Dutch Apple in A Christmas Carol and Sister Act. Regional credits include: Big Fish (Jenny Hill), Amazing Grace (Mary Catlett), and Godspell (Anna Maria). All the love to Nolan, Shaun, and her family!
Taye Martin
Taye Martin (Curtis Jackson) is so excited to make his Dutch Apple debut! He recently performed at Broadway Palm where he played Judah in Joseph…Dreamcoat and swung A Chorus Line. Previous to that, he worked at Quisisna Resort (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels & Shrek (Donkey)), Skylight Theatre (Dennis De Young’s Hunchback of Notre Dame) & at Palace Theatre (The Full Monty & Bye Bye Birdie). Follow Taye on Instagram/TikTok: @taye_martin_, tayemartin.com
Anna Parchem
Anna Parchem (Ensemble/Nun/Sister Mary Robert US) is a Cleveland based actor, singer, and dancer who is thrilled to return to the Dutch Apple after previously appearing in Elf the Musical (Jovie) and The Little Mermaid (Swing). Other credits include Herb in The Witch Sisters at Cedar Point Amusement Park, and Rosie in Cabaret at Blank Canvas Theatre. Anna would like to thank Lauren for welcoming her back for this incredible opportunity and her family, friends, and partner for their endless support of her Raising Her Voice.
Danielle Poznanovic
Danielle Poznanovic (Ensemble/Nun/Waitress/Sister Mary Lazarus US) is elated to be back in the habit after last being seen here murdering and singing away as Mrs. Hubbard in Murder on the Orient Express! Originally from Toronto, Canada, some of her favorite credits include: Vocalist in SWING! and BEEHIVE, Barbra Streisand/Eydie Gorme in Dino and Friends, Pat in Kinky Boots (Prather), Jo March in Little Women (Servant Stage), Mrs. Walker in The Who’s Tommy (Thingamajig Theatre) and Florika in Hunchback of Notre Dame (Riverside). Danielle would like to say thank you and love you to Mom and Dad! She hopes that you rock the pews and spread some love! This one’s for you Rob. daniellepoznanovic.com
Johann Santiago Santos
Johann Santiago Santos (Pablo/Ensemble) is ecstatic to be making his Dutch Apple debut in Sister Act! Originally from the Bay Area, California, Johann has most recently been seen onstage in As You Like It (SF Playhouse), Godspell (Emerald Coast Theatre Company), A Chorus Line, Saturday Night Fever (Laguna Playhouse), and The King and I (Atwood Concert Hall). This summer, Johann heads back home to the bay and back on the line, this time in SF Playhouse’s production of A Chorus Line! Philippians 4:13
Josh Shepard
Josh Shepard (Cop/Construction Worker/Ensemble/Curtis & Eddie US) recently appeared here at Dutch Apple in Elf the Musical as Macy’s Store Manager and Saturday Night Fever as Monty. Recent credits: The Wizard of Oz, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, The Color Purple, A Musical Christmas Carol, Romeo and Juliet, and the 150th Anniversary for Cedar Point Entertainment. “I would just love to thank God, my family, and my friends for the love and support they’ve given me; so grateful to be able to do what I was born to do… perform." Instagram/TikTok: @joshomio
Marissa Swanner
Marissa Swanner (Tina/Ensemble/Nun) is looking forward to her Dutch Apple debut! She has a B.A. double major in Dance and Theatre with a Musical Theatre Concentration From the University of Alabama class of 2020. Performance credits include: Drury Lane-The King and I (Ensemble, On stage Swing, Ballet Dog); Flat Rock Playhouse South Pacific (Liat), All Shook Up (Featured Dancer/Ensemble), Amazon Prime The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Day Player), Dinah Washington Center Breakfast at Tiffany’s (Holly Golightly), Virginia Samford Theatre A Chorus Line (Vicky/Connie & Judy US) Marissa is so grateful for the support of her family and friends.
Vanessa Triplett
Vanessa Triplett (Ensemble/Nun/Sister Mary Patrick US) is very excited to join Dutch Apple in Sister Act! Vanessa is a 2021 graduate from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy, and current NYC based singer/actress/performer originally from Galesburg, Illinois. Vanessa's recent credits include Colette/Mother Superior in new musical Ladies' Lady, Charlaine in Ain’t Misbehavin’ at the Titusville Playhouse, and Church Lady #1, in The Color Purple at the Elmont Memorial Library Theatre with Plaza Theatrical. When she’s not performing Vanessa enjoys playing her ukulele and exploring new places. Follow Vanessa’s journey @heyitznessa and at https://vanessajtriplett.wixsite.com/website.
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