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In The Sound of Music, the Mother Abbess is the head of the convent and is played by Peggy Wood. Her subordinates are Sister Margaretta (Anna Lee) and Sister Berthe (Portia Nelson), the two sisters who argue Maria's merits. Wood was nominated for, but did not win, the 1966 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for this performance.
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Were there black nuns in Austria in the thirties as was portrayed in the sound of music last night on NBC?
The portrayal of black nuns in "The Sound of Music" is not historically accurate, as the film is set in Austria during the late 1930s, a time and place where the population was predominantly white. While there were certainly people of African descent in Europe, including Austria, they were quite rare, and documented instances of black nuns during that period are limited. The film's representation reflects more modern interpretations and inclusivity rather than historical reality.
Why did the nuns stay behind the gate during the wedding in the Sound of music?
They were cloistered nuns and weren't allowed contact with the outside world. They took a vow of stability which means they remain in the exact same convent from the day they enter until they day they die.
What happened to the nuns who helped the Von Trapp family escape?
In the musical "The Sound of Music" the Van Trapps had to flee Austria due to the German's occupation there. They opposed the oppression of the Jews and had to leave.
What was life like for the ursuline nuns?
The Ursuline Nuns lifestyle is that they came to New France to build schools for girls, no boys. They also brought girls in to there schools that did not have any money.
Top ten b grade Hollywood movies?
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Were there any famous nuns during wars?
watch the sound of music
Were there black nuns in Austria in the thirties as was portrayed in the sound of music last night on NBC?
The portrayal of black nuns in "The Sound of Music" is not historically accurate, as the film is set in Austria during the late 1930s, a time and place where the population was predominantly white. While there were certainly people of African descent in Europe, including Austria, they were quite rare, and documented instances of black nuns during that period are limited. The film's representation reflects more modern interpretations and inclusivity rather than historical reality.
What sins do nuns commit at end of movie sound of music?
In the movie 'The Sound of Music', Sisters Berthe and Margaretta removed engine parts from Herr Zeller's automobiles to give the Von Trapp family time to escape.
Who are some famous soprano singers from the US?
Julie Andrews and Marni Nixon are famous soprano voices (Maria and one of the nuns from The Sound of Music.)
Why did the nuns stay behind the gate during the wedding in the Sound of music?
They were cloistered nuns and weren't allowed contact with the outside world. They took a vow of stability which means they remain in the exact same convent from the day they enter until they day they die.
Do nuns go through Holy Order?
Nuns do not go through Holy Orders. They take certain vows to become nuns.
What order of nuns did Mary Mackillop belong to?
Mary founded an order of nuns called the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart.
Is music forbidden in Buddhism?
No. However, monks and nuns are not allowed to listen or play music. But this rule is not universally followed.
What nuns in Mexico wear blue and gray habits?
Conceptionists, or nuns blonging to the Order of the Immaculate Conception. They are Roman Catholic.
Are the blue nuns Catholic?
Roman Catholic AnswerIf you are referring to the Order of the Immaculate Conception, a contemplative order of Nuns of the Catholic Church, then, yes, they are most definitely Catholic. If you are referring to a host of other things commonly called "blue nuns", then, no, they're not.
What is a plainsong?
plainsong is a type of music that was invented in the mediavel times was played by monks and nuns.
Which Fall Out Boy music video do they dress up as nuns?
In the video for "I don't care"
