Dolly Parton-Powered ‘9 To 5: The Musical’ comes to Community Theatre League this June
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WILLIAMSPORT -- Clock in for an outrageously fun night at the theatre as the Community Theatre League presents "9 to 5: The Musical" -- a bold, hilarious and empowering musical comedy featuring music and lyrics by the incomparable Dolly Parton and a book by Patricia Resnick, co-writer of the original hit 1980 film.
Performances run June 20-22 and June 26-29 at the Community Theatre League, with shows at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Directed by Denise Clark, with music direction by Theodore Lentz and choreography by Sydney Harris, the production stars a powerhouse cast of local talent bringing this high-energy story of friendship, feminism and fierce office politics to life.
Set in the late 1970s, 9 to 5: The Musical follows three working women, Doralee Rhodes (Michaela Tloczynski), Judy Bernly (Megan Fisher), and Violet Newstead (Rachel Druckenmiller), who are fed up with their sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot of a boss, Franklin Hart, Jr. (Donnie Mapes). What follows is a wild and witty tale of sweet revenge, corporate takeover and female empowerment, all set to a toe-tapping score by Dolly Parton herself.
This production is made possible by CTL's Season 48 Sponsor: Hudock Capital Group, LLC.
"At a time when many of the hard-fought rights achieved through the women's liberation movement of the 1970s are once again under threat, 9 to 5 serves as both a celebration and a reminder," said Seth Sponhouse, Executive Artistic Director of CTL. "This show is packed with humor and music, but at its heart, it honors the resilience and power of women who refused to stay silent. We're proud to put this story on stage with a cast and creative team full of strong voices."
Whether you're a longtime Dolly Parton fan or just love a good story about women taking charge, 9 to 5: The Musical is a can't-miss summer hit bursting with laughter, heart and harmony.
The full cast includes: Doralee Rhodes played by Michaela Tloczynski; Judy Bernly played by Megan Fisher; Violet Newstead played by Rachel Druckenmiller; Franklin Hart played by Donnie Mapes; Roz Keith played by Kat Shondeck; Joe played by Seth Confer; Dwayne Rhodes played by Cale Blakely; Josh Newstead played by Malachi Watson; Missy Hart played by Christen Buck; Dick Bernly played by Steve Aguirre; Maria Delgado played by Darlene Garcia-Johnson; Kathy played by Kim Fulmer; Margaret played by Sarah Taylor Hafer; Russell Tinsworthy played by Paul Young; Bob Enright played by Ryan Lannan; Candy Striper played by Laura Ulrich; Detective played by Doug Powers; Doctor played by Connor Hill; Ensemble: Madeline Williamson, Caroline Cipriani, Yvette Klopp, Alyssa Lair, Mark Patrick and Rebekah Richardson
LEGAL ATTRIBUTION
9 To 5 Music and Lyrics by Dolly Parton | Book by Patricia Resnick. Based on the 20th Century Fox Picture and originally produced on Broadway by Robert Greenblatt, April 2009.
9 to 5 The Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. More information can be found at www.mtishows.com
ABOUT COMMUNITY THEATRE LEAGUE
The Community Theatre League is dedicated to enriching the cultural fabric of the Williamsport area through live performance and education in the theatre arts. Now in its 48th season, CTL continues to provide high-quality productions that entertain, educate and inspire.