9 TO 5
9 to 5 the Musical – Auditions
Directed by Nina Kahn
Musical Direction by Justin Robinson
Choreography by Kelcey Esqueda
Stage Management by Morgan Fordham
SHOW DESCRIPTION:
9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s. This hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Hart remains “otherwise engaged,” the women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Hey, a girl can scheme, can’t she?
AUDITION INFORMATION:
Casting singers who move well. Considering ages 16+ to play ages 15-65.
All races, ethnicities, and genders are encouraged to audition.
Auditioners should prepare 32 bars (Or about a minute) from a musical theater song. Everyone will be asked to perform scales with the music director to determine vocal range. Please bring your own tracks for accompaniment or plan to sing acapella.
Please email your resume, headshot, and accompaniment track in advance if you are able.
If you are unable to attend the auditions in person, please submit your resume, headshot, and a video of your song by 10:00 pm on January 22, 2023.
Advance materials and any questions should be sent to ad@flowertownplayers.org
We look forward to seeing you at your audition!
Thank you!
CHARACTERS:
Violet: The company’s Head Secretary and Mr. Hart’s Administrative Assistant, she is a single mother and typically stands up for what she believes in. Attractive, strong, ambitious. Female, Age: 40 to 50, Vocal Range: F3- D5
Doralee: A young, sexy spitfire who works at Mr. Hart’s office. She is proof that there is more to a woman than just her looks. Female, Age: 20 to 30, Vocal Range: G3 – E5
Judy: The “new” girl at the firm, she has been burned by her husband’s affair and is searching for personal empowerment. Insecure, determined, and hopeful. Female, Age: 30 to 35, Vocal Range: Ab3- F5
Franklin Hart: One of the firm’s executives and a notorious chauvinist. He is capable of faking charm but usually shows his true colors as an arrogant, self-absorbed boss. Male, Age: 45 to 50, Vocal range C3- Gb4
Roz Keith: The attentive office gossip queen and snitch. She has an unrequited love for Mr. Hart and will do anything she can to win his approval. Female, Age: 35 to 45, Vocal range G3 – C5
Joe: A handsome, young office accountant. Genuine and nice, and smitten with Violet. Male, Age: 25 to 35, Vocal range B2- G4
Dwayne: Doralee’s attractive husband. He is very supportive of her professional pursuits. Male, Age: 25 to 30, Vocal range E2- G4
CHARACTERS:
Josh: Violet’s awkward teenage son. Male, Age: 15 to 18
Missy: Franklin Hart’s wife, clueless to her husband’s true nature. Female, Age: 20 to 35
Maria: A young and vibrant secretary in Hart’s office. Female, Age: 20 to 30, Vocal range F4- D5
Dick: Judy’s soon-to-be ex-husband. An average guy, he is sporting a little less hair and a little more paunch than he did ten years ago. Male, Age: 35 to 45
Kathy: A secretary in Hart’s office with a tendency to gossip. Female, Age: 30 to 40, Vocal range G4-D5
Margaret: A secretary in Hart’s office with a tendency to drink. Female, Age: 30 to 40
Tinsworthy: Franklin Hart’s boss and Chairman of the Board. A good man, who may be wiser to Hart’s ways than he lets on. Male, Age: 50 to 65