Nunsense

Musical

Writers: Dan Goggin

Overview

Show Information

Book
Music
Lyrics
Category
Musical
Number of Acts
2
First Produced
1985
Genres
Comedy
Settings
Contemporary, Unit/Single Set
Time & Place
Mt. Saint Helen’s school auditorium, Present Day
Cast Size
small
Orchestra Size
Small
Dancing
Some Dance
Ideal for
All-Female Cast, College/University, Community Theatre, Ensemble Cast, Professional Theatre, Regional Theatre, Star Vehicle Female
Casting Notes
Mostly female cast
Includes adult, mature adult, elderly, young adult characters

Synopsis

Nunsense is a hilarious spoof about the misadventures of five nuns trying to manage a fundraiser. Sadly, the rest of the sisterhood died from botulism after eating vichyssoise prepared by Sister Julia Child of God. Thus, the remaining nuns – ballet-loving Sister Leo, street-wise Sister Robert Anne, befuddled Sister Mary Amnesia, the Mother Superior Sister Regina, and mistress of the novices Sister Mary Hubert – stage a talent show in order to raise the money to bury their dearly departed. With catchy songs and irreverent comedy, Nunsense is sure to keep audiences rolling with laughter. This show is perfect for a small cast of women with excellent comedy chops and is a great addition to any theatre season.

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