Words: Susie Williams. Thanks to Coast Lines magazine.

For nearly 20 years, the Sisters of Abundance have been doing far more than singing together — they’ve been building community, friendship and joy through music, movement and shared experience.

The McLaren Vale–based women’s choir will mark this milestone with a celebratory concert, Don’t Stop Us Now, returning to the Hopgood Theatre with the colour, energy and heart they’ve become known for.

The choir’s story began almost two decades ago at Tatachilla College, where the group originally formed as the chorus for a school production of The Sound of Music. When the curtain came down, the connections remained — and the Sisters decided to keep singing. Today, three original members are still part of the group, alongside many women who have joined along the way.

Choir president Lyn Lawlor-Smith says the group has always been about connection as much as performance.

“We’re more than a choir, forming close bonds and supporting each other through the many stages of our lives,” she says.

The annual Hopgood Theatre concert has long been a highlight for both the choir and its audiences, and this year’s performance carries extra meaning as the Sisters celebrate 20 years, performing in the newly upgraded theatre.

A hallmark of the Sisters of Abundance is their unmistakable flair for entertaining.

“The real things that separate us from other choirs are our musical accompaniment, choreography and costumes. We are definitely here to entertain you,” Lyn says.

Audiences can expect a feel-good program designed to bring smiles, featuring songs and medleys from ABBA, The Lion King, folk classics, 1960s hits, Sister Act, Queen and more.

Under the direction of acclaimed musical director Rosemary Nairn OAM, the choir continues to evolve while staying true to the joyful, inclusive spirit that has defined it from the beginning.

Sisters of Abundance will perform Don’t Stop Us Now on Saturday, March 14 at 2pm at the Hopgood Theatre. Tickets are available through Fringetix, and the choir can also be found on Facebook for news and updates.