Social commentary always finds its way into The Little Red Company’s productions, but its newest show makes a statement in itself. Sisters Are Doing It For Themselves celebrates female empowerment, but in an inclusive way.

If this were just a concert of songs from the two Sister Act movies, marking the original’s 3oth anniversary, it would be an aurally majestic event. Its artistic talent showcases an array of women, from the quartet of lead vocalists, to director, guitarist and choir.

Angela Fabisn, Irena Lysiuk, Prinnie Stevens and Alisha Todd in Sisters Are Doing It For Themselves, The Little Red Company. Photo © Steph Do Rozario

Best-known, and lending her image to a pseudo-stained glass backdrop overseeing the service is Prinnie Stevens, a veteran triple threat who reached a wider level of recognition on season one of television’s The Voice and her later return as an All-Star. With Stevens, it’s the whole package – her smouldering look, sassy attitude and sultry sound.

Her stage sisters are every bit as commanding though. Irena Lysiuk might be petite but she is a towering talent. This marks her fifth mainstage appearance...