Kinver Light Operatic Society

AUDITION INFORMATION

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Further Auditions - Monday 9th December 2024 @ 7:30pm

The auditions will take place at Kinver Methodist Church, Enville Road, Kinver, DY7 6BU

If you are already a member you can register your interest to audition filling out the form by clicking the below button.

If you would like to audition for the show however not currently a paid member of KLOS you will need to fill out the application form on the New Members page prior to
registering your audition.

Philippa Hickinbottom will text you with your individual audition time prior to the audition day.

Timings & details around the day of auditions will be updated closer to the time but please make sure you are available all day.

Production Team

Producer - Sam Houlston-Dowell

Director - Tye Harris

Musical Director - Ed Malpass

Choreographer - Martyn Davies

About The Show

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 theatres.

Audition Pieces

We are casting for the below roles only. We encourage you to audition and showcase your talent.

Doralee Rhodes

A kind-hearted, beautiful secretary in her 20s or 30s, often judged by her appearance and unfairly rumoured to be having an affair with her boss. She has a strong Southern accent and a sassy, yet sweet demeanour. Despite the gossip, Doralee is loyal, hardworking, and proves to be a force to be reckoned with.

Vocal Range: Soprano
Playing Age: 20-35
Gender: Female
Notable Songs: "Backwoods Barbie," "Cowgirl's Revenge," "I Just Might"

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Franklin Hart Jr.

The arrogant, sexist, and egotistical boss of Consolidated Industries. Hart is the villain of the story, known for his misogynistic behaviour and bullying tactics. He consistently undermines the women in his office, but his downfall comes when Violet, Doralee, and Judy take matters into their own hands.

Vocal Range: Baritone
Playing Age: 30-50
Gender: Male
Notable Songs: "Here for You," "Always a Woman"

Dialogue | Song | Track | Soundtrack

Josh Newstead

Violet’s teenage son, who is bright and occasionally a bit rebellious. Though his role is small, Josh’s relationship with Violet highlights her challenges as a working single mother.

Vocal Range: Non-singing role
Playing Age: 16
Gender: Male
Notable Songs: N/A

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Dick

Judy Bernly's ex-husband, a selfish and emotionally shallow man. He left Judy for his younger secretary, seeking a more glamorous life, which leaves Judy heartbroken at the beginning of the story. Dick’s character embodies the stereotype of the middle-aged man going through a mid-life crisis, trading his loyal, long-time wife for a younger woman. He is insensitive and dismissive of Judy's needs, providing a source of her personal growth as she learns to become independent and strong without him..

Vocal Range: Non-singing role
Playing Age: 30-40
Gender: Male
Notable Songs: N/A

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Dancer

The dancers will portray a variety of office workers, secretaries, and other supporting roles. They are involved in major group numbers and bring the workplace setting to life with their interactions and reactions to the main characters’ antics. In the larger musical numbers, they provide vocal and physical energy to the production. They will also play a vital role in creating the bustling, dynamic atmosphere of Consolidated Industries.

Vocal Range: Various

Playing Age: 20-60

Gender: Mixed

Notable Songs: "9 to 5," "Shine Like the Sun," "Change It"

Song | Track | Soundtrack

*Please note the ages above are a guide and can be flexible.