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Submitted by rallen@oakschri... on Tue, 19/04/2016 - 12:53
By rallen@oakschristian.org
April 19, 2016
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I know traditionally an African American plays the role of Deloris. Would love to do this show - but is it possible to cast a Caucasian as the lead in SISTER ACT? Is race an important part of story?

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Submitted by Cindy Ripley on Sun, 30/04/2017 - 14:11
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April 30, 2017
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Hi  Maggie! It’s fine to cast it with any ethnicity. There are only a few lines that refer explicitly to race. Feel free to put your concerns/lines in question to your MTI rep in writing, and they will  be happy to address them.

 

Submitted by nelllynch on Fri, 28/04/2017 - 11:47
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April 28, 2017
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There are way too many jokes that refer to her race to do this differently, in my opinion.

Submitted by Cindy Ripley on Tue, 19/04/2016 - 23:20
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April 19, 2016
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The role of Dolores can be played by any ethnicity. This character needs to be portrayed as an “outsider” to tell the story. Do a little homework, research the script and send in any changes for approval. This may be a good choice for you!