TNV IN XTRA MAGAZINE

I always thought that nuns have it pretty good. After all, black is the most slimming of colours, and even the worst home-perm disaster remains unremarked upon when hidden under a habit. But let’s face it: being married to Christ is a perfectly lovely idea until you realize there ain’t gonna be nothing going on south of the border that isn’t menstrual or bathroom-related.So it makes sense that even the most saintly of nuns needs a holiday once in a while, as occurs in Tom Walmsley’s new play, The Nun’s Vacation. The piece poses that timeless question: “How do you believe in God and still get laid?”Sister Shannon is a sheltered nun who has spent most of her adult life in a quiet convent contemplating the mysteries of life and spirituality. Oh, and tonguing a little labia as well. She’s been involved in a confusing but rewarding liaison with fellow postulant Rose for quite some time, but as their illicit relationship begins to unravel, Shannon feels the need to escape the safe confines of her order and discover her true nature.“It’s her first time experiencing real hurt and conflict,” says Sandy Duarte, who plays Shannon. “She’s discovered love for the first time, but because of her religion and faith there’s an internal struggle with her heart loving someone it shouldn’t.”

The Nun’s Vacation
Fri, March 23–Sun, April 8, 8pm
Toronto Free Gallery
1277 Bloor St W
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