9 to 5 The Musical by Coolum Theatre Players
Directed by Linda Gefken
Synopsis: Based on the 1980 hit movie, 9 to 5 The Musical features music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and a book by Patricia Resnick. Set in the late 1970s, it’s a hilarious story of friendship and revenge. Three female coworkers, pushed to their limits by their sexist and egotistical boss, concoct a plan to turn the tables. As they live out their wildest fantasy of giving their boss the boot, they transform their workplace and take control of the company.
Audition Dates:
Monday, July 15 at 7:30pm
Wednesday, July 17 at 7:30pm
Callback Date:
Monday, July 22 at 7:30pm (if required)
Rehearsals:
Every Monday and Wednesday at 6:30pm starting August 5
Two Sunday rehearsals on November 3 and 17
Tech weekend on November 22 and 23, with a dress rehearsal/preview on November 23
Performance Dates:
Evenings: November 29, 30, December 6, 7 at 7:30pm
Matinees: December 1, 8 at 2:00pm
Venue: Coolum Civic Centre
Cast of Characters:
Violet: The company's Head Secretary and Mr. Hart’s Administrative Assistant. Single mother, strong, ambitious. (Female 40 to 50)
Doralee: A young, sexy spitfire who works at Mr. Hart’s office, proving there's more to her than just looks. (Female 20 to 30)
Judy: The “new” girl at the firm, seeking empowerment after her husband's affair. Insecure, determined, hopeful. (Female 30 to 35)
Franklin Hart: A firm executive and notorious chauvinist. Arrogant and self-absorbed. (Male 45 to 50)
Roz Keith: The office gossip queen and snitch with unrequited love for Mr. Hart. (Female)
Joe: A handsome, young office accountant smitten with Violet. (Male 25 to 35)
Dwayne: Doralee’s attractive and supportive husband. (Male 25 to 30)
Josh: Violet’s awkward teenage son. (Male 15 to 18)
Ensemble: Office employees, police officers, hospital employees.
Audition Requirements:
Learn and perform part of the song "9 to 5" from the show with choreography.
For lead roles, prepare a song from a musical with a backing track. Bring your backing track on a USB or use Bluetooth speakers (no YouTube or Spotify).
Perform 2 or 3 of the audition excerpts (not from memory).
Additional Information:
Successful auditionees must become a member of the Coolum Theatre Players for insurance purposes.
Provide your own shoes, some costuming, and makeup.
Note: There will be references to death, murder, S&M, drugs, alcohol, and 1980s sexism.
For more details and to access audition excerpts and FAQs, visit the following links:
Email: linda@gefken.com.au
Website: Coolum Theatre Players
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Join us for a fun and engaging production of 9 to 5 The Musical!
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