Sister Sophia Kicks the Habit
Reviewed by Doreen Nicoll
The vibe is very punny!
Lisa Randall’s one-woman dramady started out a little slow for me – perhaps because I’m not a believer. But after that first chalice of sacred wine, things quickly took a divine detour.
Spend an entertaining 50 minutes with Sister Sophia as she converses with g(G)od tackling the heavy topics like death, devotion and missed opportunities – sometimes through original song.
It’s refreshing to see an older woman who unquestioningly devoted 50 years of her life to the church and g(G)od, suddenly think critically about her blind devotion, what she denied herself, and what adventures life still holds . . . especially, when a twist of fate delivers a surprising revelation that Sophia realises she must embrace.
With undertones and subtle nods to empowering women and girls, challenging the patriarchy and embracing taking charge of one’s life and destiny, Sister Sophia Kicks the Habit is a play for our times.
Event Details
Age Suitability: Parental Guidance (ages 13+)
Genre: Theatre—Comedy, Theatre—Drama, Storytelling/Solo Show
Run Time: 50 mins
Sister Sophia Kicks the Habit delves into the revelations of Sister Sophia, an aging Catholic nun in crisis. As she grieves the loss of her best friend Sister Beatrice, she grapples with the realities of her half century of sisterhood in her own restless night of the soul. Through her humorous and insightful musings (with songs!), Sister Sophia confronts g(G)od and in her quest to finally be heard, she discovers a newfound outlook on life.
Playwright/Performer
Lisa Randall
Director/Dramaturg
Kate Johnston
Lights/Stage Management
Jonathan Carroll & Robin Moir
Warnings
None