Nunsense: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Nunsense revolves around a group of nuns who, after discovering that their cook accidentally poisoned 52 of their sisters, find themselves in need of funds for the burials. The five remaining sisters decide to stage a variety show to raise the money. Each nun brings her unique personality to the stage, filling the show with song, dance, and comedic sketches. As the sisters share their individual stories and quirks, the audience gets immersed into convent life with humor and heart.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1985)
Cast Size: 5
Genre: Comedy
Setting: Present / USA (New Jersey)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Book: Dan Goggin
Cast Albums
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Licensing: Concord Theatricals➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1980s, All-Female Cast, Broken 4th Wall, Comedic, Feel-Good, Gospel, One-Word, Original, Piano-Heavy, Religious, Small Cast, Solo Composer, Tap Dance
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