John C. Reilly shouts out Mother McAuley!

John C. Reilly shouts out Mother McAuley!

John C. Reilly just gave Mother McAuley a MIGHTY shoutout in his New York Times profile!

Our Mother McAuley Theatre Alum said in the article, "I got an amazing education in a lot of things by participating in those schools where nuns and women ran the whole programs. The school Mother McAuley, across the football field from my high school, was like a liberal arts college. They had a thousand-seat theater, they had an orchestra program, a choral program. They had all these strong women that taught me how to be a feminist. They taught me to find my voice."

What an incredible testament to the impact of women in leadership, the Sisters of Mercy, and creating an environment where you can find your voice.

Your friends on 99th Street are wishing you the best of luck on your upcoming album release and road show performances!

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