Produced by three time Tony Award winner Hinton Battle and directed by Kenneth Ferrone, this Off-Broadway musical revolves around the lives of five African American women who are on their way to bury the matriarch of the family. Join these women on their journey that is accompanied with music that will make you tap your feet and dance in joy. The show covers a wide range of music - Billy Holiday to Beyonce - so, sit back and enjoy the the soulful melodies that will stay with you for a long time ahead.
The Story of Sistas
After the death of the family’s matriarch, five women come together to clean her attic, and find her life, love, and memories packed away in boxes. During the process, they start singing songs that trace the history of African-American women through the years. Starting with the trials of 1930s, the girl groups of the 60s, to empowerment in the 1990s. Get ready to jump on your feet and dance to songs like “Oh, Happy Day”, “Mama Said”, “I Will Survive”, “Tyrone”, “I Am Not My Hair” and “A Woman’s Worth”.
Performance
Sistas first premiered on October 23rd, 2011 and has been running for 7 years.
Sistas the musical: Reviews
“In the end it’s a good-natured, low-budget evening with plenty of humor and some impressive voices.”
– The New York Times
About the Show
Show Details
Show Timings
Sat & Sun - 4:30PM
Duration
Sistas goes on for 90 minutes with no intermission.
Leading Roles
Kendra Lynn Lucas as Simone
Nesha Ward as Roberta
Haley Swindal as Heather
Aneesa Folds as Gloria
Tyla Collier as Tamika
Helen White as Swing
Directed by
Kenneth Ferrone
Playwright
Dorothy Marcic
Top Songs
“Oh, Happy Day”, “Mama Said”, “I Will Survive”, “I Am Not My Hair” and “A Woman’s Worth”
Know Before You Go
Audience
Suitable for ages 12 and up. Children under 4 will not be admitted.
Available Facilities
In-house lounge
Coat check
Seating
The theater has a seating capacity of 174.
Outside Food
Strictly prohibited. If you'd like to grab a meal before or after the show, check out our guide to the 30 Best Restaurants in the Theater District.
Dress Code
Smart and casual wear is recommended. Keep in mind, the theater is air conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.
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About St. Luke's Theatre
Often referred to as the ‘Home of Off-Broadway Hits’, St. Luke's Theatre in New York has housed several famous plays as well as musicals, such as FRIENDS the musical parody and Frankenstein the musical. The 178-seater theatre is located in St. Lutheran Church at 308 West, 46th street, the Restaurant Row, just west of Eighth Avenue in Manhattan's Theatre District. The theatre, although small, can accommodate free-standing chairs and good lighting, which is often enough for a low budget off-Broadway play.
Sistas the musical Discount Tickets
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St. Luke's Theatre - Sistas the musical Ticket Prices
Orchestra - $44.50 - $74.50
