9 to 5 SNOW SCHEDULE UPDATE
Due to the incoming winter storm, auditions for 9 to 5 on Sunday, January 25 have been cancelled. To make Monday (January 26) auditions as efficient as possible, we are splitting the evening into two audition time blocks:
If you have a song prepared, please arrive at the Mishler Theatre promptly at EITHER 6 pm OR 7:45 pm.
If you need to be taught a song to audition with, please come to the 7:45pm audition time.
If you have access to a printer, you can help us out by pre-filling out your audition form and bringing a PRINTED COPY: https://altoonacommunitytheatre.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/9t5-Audition-Form.docx.pdf
Each audition block will consist of vocal auditions followed by the group movement audition.
The DANCE ENSEMBLE ONLY audition will now be held at 5:45PM on Wednesday, January 28 at the Mishler Theatre.
Callbacks are also still being planned for the evening of Wednesday, January 28.
For all sets of auditions, please enter through the front door of the Mishler Theatre. An accessible entrance is available on the left side of the theatre (the yellow Spiritz doors.)
Anyone who cannot make the above audition times should email alicelyn26@gmail.com as soon as possible to schedule an alternate audition time.
The below information is the original audition announcement with show & character information:
9 to 5
Open Auditions Monday January 26 at 6:00 pm & 7:45 pm (Sunday auditions have been cancelled, please read above)
Dance Ensemble Audition: Wednesday January 28 at 5:45 PM
Show Dates: April 30, May 1 & 2 @ 7:30 pm, May 3 @ 2 pm
Directed by Alice Lyn Oswald
Music Directed by Gabriella Petrarca
Choreographed by Shelly McCaffrey & Lizzie Beam
Stage Managed by Becky Robinson & Jackie Settimio
Auditions will be held in the Historic Mishler Theatre, 1208 12th Ave Altoona PA.
Auditionees need only attend one night of auditions unless asked to attend callbacks, expected to be held the evening of Wednesday January 28.
Some music rehearsals will take place throughout February, with regular rehearsals beginning in early March. Rehearsals are expected to take place on weekday evenings, but some weekends may occasionally be necessary. Auditionees will be asked to share their scheduling conflicts from February through show dates.
Everyone should be prepared with approximately 32 bars of a broadway song that showcases their ability. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring paper copies of your sheet music in the appropriate key. A song will be taught to those without a prepared number.
Everyone will participate in a general movement audition. No special dance clothing is required, just clothes and shoes that are comfortable to move in.
DANCE ENSEMBLE AUDITION for those not interested in singing:
Wednesday January 28 at 5:45 PM
At the Mishler Theatre
This DANCE ONLY audition is to cast a special dance ensemble to do some advanced movement throughout the show, without any expectations to say lines or sing.
Please attend the general auditions if you would like to be considered for any roles that include singing or acting, including ensemble. Auditionees interested in being considered for both an acting role and the dance ensemble will be given a chance to demonstrate advanced dancing skills immediately following the general movement audition.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
9 to 5, a musical based on the 1980 hit movie, is a laugh-out-loud story of friendship and revenge with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton.
Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call a boss. In a zany turn of events, Violet, Judy, and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Mr. 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?
AVAILABLE ROLES:
Violet (Female, Age 40-50)
Vocal Range F3-D5
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. Has a sarcastic sense of humor. Resilient, ambitious.
Romantic moments with Joe, including a passionate kiss (lip-to-lip contact).
Doralee (Female, Age 20-35)
Vocal Range G3-E5
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.
Romantic & sensual moments with Dwayne, no lip-to-lip contact. Staged, non-consensual touching by Mr. Hart (but she fights back!). The character’s body is referenced throughout the show. Must be body-confident and comfortable in costumes that show your curves.
Judy (Female, Age 30 to 35)
Vocal Range Ab3-F5
The “new” girl at the firm, she has been burned by her husband’s affair and is searching for personal empowerment. Insecure but determined and hopeful.
Franklin Hart Male, (Age 40-50)
Vocal Range C3-Gb4
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.
Staged non-consensual touching of Doralee (but she fights back!). Makes several inappropriate comments to or about females throughout the show.
Some physically demanding movement required. Must be able to kneel, get up and down off the floor unassisted.
Roz Keith (Female, Age 35 to 50)
Vocal Range G3-C5
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.
Joe (Male, Age 25-35)
Vocal Range B2-G4
An endearing young office accountant. Genuine and nice, and smitten with Violet.
Romantic moments with Violet, including a passionate kiss (lip-to-lip contact).
The following roles may also double for ensemble members:
Dwayne (Male, Age 25 to 35)
Vocal Range E2-G4
Doralee’s attractive husband. He is very supportive of her professional pursuits.
Some intimate moments with Doralee, no lip-to-lip contact. May be asked to be shirtless and/or just in boxers.
Josh (Male, Age 15-19)
Violet’s awkward teenage son.
Missy (Female, Age 25-40)
Franklin Hart’s wife, clueless to her husband’s true nature.
Maria (Female, Age 20-35)
Vocal Range F4-D5
A young and vibrant secretary in Hart’s office. Tries to rally the women of the office but gets punished for it.
Dick (Male, Age 35-45)
Judy’s soon-to-be ex-husband. An average guy. May be showing signs of mid-life aging.
Kathy (Female, Age 30 to 45)
Vocal Range: G4-D5
A secretary in Hart’s office with a tendency to gossip.
Margaret (Female, Age 30 to 50)
A secretary in Hart’s office with a tendency to drink.
Ensemble (actors ages 16 and up)
Office employees, police officers, hospital employees. Some dancing required. The Ensemble will help move the set as part of their choreography.
Dance Ensemble (dancers ages 16 and up)
A special dance ensemble to perform advanced movement throughout the show, without expectations to act or sing. Will be costumed appropriately for each scene and will help move set pieces as part of their choreography.
All roles are available. No prior theatrical or ACT experience is required.
Age ranges are suggestions for the role, not necessarily the actor age. Roles are open to racially diverse and gender-inclusive casting for actors of all physical and neurological abilities. Our casting seeks to be as inclusive as possible and we invite gender nonconforming, genderqueer, transgender, and nonbinary actors to select the roles they most identify with.
Questions can be directed to the ACT Office at 814-943-4357 or act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com.