Casting Call for "9 to 5" The Musical
Auditions for "9 to 5" the musical. In search of actors. See more info below. About the project: Synopsis: 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? This high-energy show is ideal for a large, mostly female cast, but also has opportunities for talented male dancers. With its jubilant score and easily relatable characters, 9 to 5 is the perfect show for community theaters. Additional info: Auditions will consist of readings from the script. No monologues required. Please prepare 16 bars from a song of your choice, not from 9 to 5. In addition, please be prepared to dance. Please bring a list of all conflicts to the auditions. Proposed Rehearsal Schedule – Every Tuesday & Thursday from 7pm to 10pm Every Saturday from 10am to 1pm Every Sunday from 5pm to 8pm Friday Rehearsals from 7pm to 10pm as needed Tech Day: Saturday, September 14 from 10:00 am and up to 10:00 pm if needed. Sunday September 15 will be a longer tech/dress rehearsal starting at 1:00 pm also. Performances: Friday, September 20, Thursday September 26, and Friday September 27: Call time: 6 pm Saturday, September 21, Sunday September 22, and Saturday, September 28: Call Time: Noon Sunday, September 29: Call Time: noon If you are interested, please apply.
16 roles
(Lead) Vocal Range Top: D5 Vocal Range Bottom: F3 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.
(Lead) Vocal Range Top: E5 Vocal Range Bottom: G3 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.
(Lead) Vocal Range Top: F5 Vocal Range Bottom: Ab3 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.
(Supporting) Vocal Range Top: Gb4 Vocal Range Bottom: C3 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.
(Supporting) Vocal Range Top: C5 Vocal Range Bottom: G3 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.
(Supporting) Vocal Range Top: G4 Vocal Range Bottom: B2 A handsome, young office accountant. Genuine and nice, and smitten with Violet.
(Supporting) Vocal Range Top: G4 Vocal Range Bottom: E2 Doralee's attractive husband. He is very supportive of her professional pursuits.
(Supporting) Vocal Range top: D5 Vocal Range Bottom: F4 A young and vibrant secretary in Hart’s office.
(Supporting) 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.
(Supporting). Vocal Range top: D5 Vocal Range bottom: G4 A secretary in Hart's office with a tendency to gossip.
(Supporting). A secretary in Hart’s office with a tendency to drink
(Supporting) Franklin Hart's boss and Chairman of the Board. A good man, who may be wiser to Hart's ways than he lets on.
Ensemble (background/extra).
Ensemble (background/extra).
Ensemble (background/extra).
(Supporting) Franklin Hart’s wife, clueless to her husband’s true nature.
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