by Patricia Resnick; based on the Twentieth Century Fox film
Music and lyrics by Dolly Parton
Our signature summer musical will have you humming all day and night, not just from 9 to 5!
In an increasingly polarized world, few celebrities cross all imaginable demographics as perfectly as Dolly Parton. Country music icon, children’s advocate, and all around awesome human, Dolly brings her signature songwriting pluck to this adaptation of her empowering 1980 movie about three women turning the man’s world of the modern office into their own. Like the heroines of the Barbie movie, there’s no corporate glass ceiling these women can’t smash.
Nominated for 4 Tony Awards including Best Original Score and Best Actress, 2009
Nominated for 15 Drama Desk Awards including Best Musical, Best Actress, Best Choreography, 2009
Nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album, 2010
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Meet the Cast
Austin S. Dantzler is a former Biologist, current Realtor with Real Broker, LLC, glad to be back with DCP! Most Recently in OCT's THE WEDDING SINGER, Theater at the J's MATILDA (Escapologist), QC Concerts' PRINCESS DIANA (Andrew Parker-Bowles) & TITANIC (Mr Astor), Piedmont Players' HEATHERS (Kurt's Dad) & KINKY BOOTS (George), and DCP's LEGALLY BLONDE (Elle's Dad). He performed in the Cabarrus Community Choir, THE CHRISTMAS CAROL EXPERIENCE, JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, & MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS all with InTune School of Music in Concord. At Clemson University he was part of the CU After Six show choir, Chamber Singers, Men's Chorus, and The Music Man. At Porter-Gaud High School in Charleston, SC, he was a member of the Senior Quartet, The Chamber Singers, Three Musketeers, Guys and Dolls, and The Pajama Game.
Sharon Foster (Missy Hart) is from Landis, North Carolina and currently resides in Kannapolis. She started performing in 2018 and made her debut in STEEL MAGNOLIAS (Truvy) at Lee Street Theatre. Some of Sharon’s most recent work includes GODPELL (as herself) at Lee Street Theatre and LEGALLY BLONDE (Paulette) at Davidson Community Players in 2022. She sends many thanks to everyone supporting the art community and hopes you enjoy every minute of 9 to 5: The Musical!
Leah Hall (Ensemble) Leah Hall hails from Plattsburgh, New York and currently lives in Concord, NC. While Leah has rekindled her love of community theater, her biggest achievement to date has been her work as a professional yoyo performer, a position where Leah regularly toured the US, Canada, England and Australia. Leah studied Theater and piano at Central Bible College in Springfield, MO. A few of Leah’s past productions have included JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT (Narrator), CINDERELLA (Cinderella), INTO THE WOODS (Rapunzel), and THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL (Flapper).
Breauna Johnson (Ensemble) is so excited to be making her Davidson Community Players Theatre debut. Recent film and TV credits include Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, Our Kind of People, and Buried in Barstow. Breauna has recently been a part of Lee Street Theatre production of JEKYLL AND HYDE also Old Courthouse Theatre production of ALL SHOOK UP as well as their 10 minute play festival. She is an alumna of Northwest School of the Arts and graduate of Chowan University. Thank you to Mom, God and her Grandparents for always believing in her and being there for her.
Austin Ledger (ensemble/Josh understudy) is proud to be in North Carolina doing theatre, Austin flew out to be a part of this incredible cast, who have welcomed this Californian with upmost southern hospitality. His past credits include: Rolf in SOUND OF MUSIC, Gideon SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, Roger in GREASE, and George in CURIOUS GEORGE AND THE GOLDEN MEATBALL. He wants to thank everyone who has made this journey possible. Follow on Instagram @sniose
Aaron Marsh (Dick) is thrilled to return to the Davidson Community Players for 9 to 5! He has recently appeared as Prince Topher in CINDERELLA with the Dilworth Players, Bert in MARY POPPINS with DCP, and as Macqueen in DCP's MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS. He attended Queens University of Charlotte, graduating in 2019 with a minor in Theater. When he's not at rehearsal or work, he can usually be found excercising, reading, or playing a game. He's so grateful to his family and to the network of friends, thespian and otherwise, who have been advising him and offering their support as he begins to pursue his art as a career. (1 Cor 10:31)
Sarah Matthews (Ensemble) is excited to grace the stage at the Duke once again with an unbelievable company. Her performances span across the East Coast, most recently marked by memorable roles in MEN ON BOATS (Hawkins), LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Audrey), THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS (Beatrice), and MATILDA (Acrobat). She extends her heartfelt gratitude to the incredible women who have served as her guiding lights, forever inspiring her.
Amy McKay (Roz) is thrilled to return to Davidson Community Players where she has previously performed in THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTMAN COUNTY SPELLING BEE (Rona Lisa Peretti), ANNIE (Grace Farrell), and 42ND STREET (Dorothy Brock). Other recent roles include NEXT TO NORMAL (Diana Goodman) with Fort Mill Community Playhouse for which she won the 2023 MTA award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical. Amy has performed in countless other productions throughout NY, CA and CT as well as many other local NC theaters. She dedicates this performance and all of her performances to her dear friend JB.
Abbi Minessale is so thrilled to be making her debut with DCP. Previous credits include: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM (Hermia); DISENCHANTED (Cinderella); THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS (Shy); BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Babette); ANNIE (Lilly St. Regis); CRIMES OF THE HEART (Meg Magrath); I AND YOU (Caroline). Abbi has her BFA in Acting from Ball State University and is brand new to the Metrolina area from balmy Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Thank you all for such a warm welcome.
Nonye Obichere (Judy Bernly) is thrilled to be in her first production at DCP! Favorite credits include RAGTIME (Sarah) at QC Concerts, CONFEDERATES (Sara) at Three Bone Theatre, ANNIE (Grace Farrell) at Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, IF PRETTY HURTS…(Kaya), HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH (Yitzhak), A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM (Titania/Hippolyta), and AMERICAN IDIOT (Whatsername) at Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte, AIN’T MISBEHAVIN (Charlene) at Theatre Charlotte, HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL (Heather Duke) at Queen City Theatre Company, VEGAS! THE SHOW (Tina Turner) on Norwegian Cruise Lines, and CHICAGO (June) and BIG RIVER (Alice's Daughter/Violin) at Weathervane Playhouse. BFA Elon MT
Izzy Oyler (Ensemble/Doralee U/S) is from Cary, North Carolina. She is a rising senior at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte where she is studying Theatre Performance and apart of the musical theatre program! Izzy’s most recent work was at UNC Charlotte where she performed in LEGALLY BLONDE (Elle Woods). Other shows include SISTER ACT (Sister Mary Robert), ANNIE (Lily St Regis) and later this summer she will perform in Piedmont Players production of SWEENY TODD (Ensemble/Johanna U/S). She hopes you enjoy the show!
Manisha Parekh (Margaret) is thrilled to be back on the Duke Stage performing with Davidson Community Players again, where she got her start in musical theatre in 2019 in MAMMA MIA (Ensemble). Favorite musical roles include: Hickory Community Theater's ROCK OF AGES (Featured Dancer/Ensemble), DCP's LEGALLY BLONDE (Whitney/Ensemble), and Lee Street Theatre's LEGALLY BLONDE (Padamadan/Kiki/Reporter). She was most recently seen in Piedmont Player's PUFFS (Susie Bones/Bippy). Big thanks to Tod and Vicki for the chance to "shine like the sun" in this amazing show. As always, thanks to Ian and Devin for their patience with *all* of mom's rehearsals, and much love to Jim for the unending support and encouragement.
Josie Ann Perdue (Ensemble, Dance Captain), is from Asheboro, North Carolina where she began competitive dance at Pointe South Dance and Tumble since the age of 3. Josie is trained in all styles of dance including lyrical, jazz, contemporary, tap and acro/contortion. She is an owner of a Non-Profit 501(C)(3), Josie’s Blessing in a Box, which focuses on food scarcity and providing resources for the homeless. This is her second year in the Honors College at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte double majoring in Communications and Dance. She is beginning her second year as a member of the UNC-Charlotte dance team. Some of her recent accomplishments include Randolph’s Got Talent winner, an All-Star dancer for Showstopper Dance (4 years), and First Runner-Up and Talent winner in the Miss North Carolina Teen Scholarship competition. Most recently, she performed in LEGALLY BLONDE (dancer) at the Anne R. Belk theater. Josie would like to thank her family and Friends for always supporting her.
Christopher Perreault (Dwayne): Christopher is making his musical debut as the role of Dwayne. He has spent the last year learning and performing Latin dance through Rumbao Latin Dance Company, though this show will be his very first experience in both theatre and musical production. He is currently an elevator salesman in Charlotte, NC and is always looking for ways to branch out of his comfort zone and explore new creative outlets. He would like to thank his sister, Lauren, for inspiring him to perform in the art of music and dance.
Jacklyn Pfuhl (Ensemble, Dance Captain): Jacklyn is so excited to join the DCP family with 9 to 5. She was recently in FREAKY FRIDAY (Danielle, Adam’s mom, Dance Captain) with CPCC. She would like to thank her parents for the loving nudge to get back on the stage; their support means the world.
Jaylyn Powell (Kathy) is excited to be a part of her first Davidson Community Players show! Jaylyn is a business attorney in Charlotte who can be found drafting contracts or arguing with people on a regular basis during her "9-5." When not at work or onstage, Jaylyn loves to explore Charlotte’s various parks, restaurants, and breweries with her husband, Aaron, and their lovable fur pup, Kona. Past shows around Charlotte and the surrounding areas include: Lee Street Theater’s LEGALLY BLONDE (Pilar), and Matthews Playhouse's SISTER ACT (Ensemble), and MIRACLE ON 34th STREET (Dr. Pierce). Jaylyn is so thrilled that her family, friends, and co-workers could come out to support her in this amazing show!
Jamie Rogers (Maria) is from Huntersville NC, originally Salisbury NC, is joining DCP for the first time. She is ecstatic to join such a talented group of actors! Jamie’s first love is dance with Bachata and Hip Hop as her favorite. Her musical theatre work includes RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN’S CINDERELLA (Dance Ensemble) with Piedmont Players of Salisbury NC. Jamie’s training took place in high school, and she made her way to train at the Broadway Dance Center of NYC! You can also find Jamie in front of the camera of a Famous Toastery commercial, as film acting is a passion of hers as well.
Ava Smith (Doralee Rhodes) is so excited to be a part of this show. As a lifelong Dolly Parton fan, she is thrilled to be bringing Doralee to life on stage! Most recently Ava was seen in Queen City Concert’s DIANA: THE MUSICAL (Diana). Some of her favorite past credits include Common Thread Theatre Collective’s VIOLET (Violet), Queen City Concert’s CRUEL INTENTIONS (Annette Hargrove), Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte’s EVIL DEAD (Annie Knowby), and Coastal Carolina’s LEGALLY BLONDE (Elle Woods). Ava received her BFA in Musical Theatre from Coastal Carolina University. When not literally working 9 to 5, Ava teaches private voice at Lumi School of Musical Theatre. Many thanks to Tod, Vicki, and Katy for being a dream team. Enjoy the show y’all!! Yeehaw!! IG: @flavz_smith
Sydney Spaulding (Ensemble/New Employee) Is thrilled to be making her debut with DCP in this production with an incredible cast and crew. Born and raised in Sanford, NC she has done most of her performing at The Temple Theatre of Sanford. Her favorite roles include FOOTLOOSE(Rusty) and SWEENEY TODD (Beggar Woman). Sydney graduated from UNCC in 2022 with a bachelors in Theatre Education, now teaches Middle School Theatre at Pine Lake Preparatory, and has been focusing on directing, and choreographing for the past 6 years making this her first time physically in a production since 2018! She would like to thank DCP for the opportunity to be a part of something so spectacular!
Darren Spencer (Ensemble) is thrilled to return to DCP after last being seen as Mr. George Banks in Mary Poppins. He recently appeared with Queen City Concerts (QCC) in RAGTIME (Grandfather) and TITANIC (Henry Etches). Other shows include PIPPIN (King Charles Charlamagne), SOMETHING ROTTEN (Ensemble), and WIZARD OF OZ (Guard/Uncle Henry) at Theatre Charlotte. At Charlotte’s Off-Broadway (in partnership with QCC) he appeared in THE FLIRT BAR (Agent Ronald). He performed with Little Theatrical Productions in NEED A LITTLE CHRISTMAS (Performer). He also performed with CPCC Summer Theatre in Guys & Dolls (Ensemble). Darren performed with PG Productions in Gatlinburg, TN and Myrtle Beach, SC in a resort show, HIGH STEPPIN’ COUNTRY. Darren regularly performs with Dynamic Ballroom. Special thanks to Tod and Vicki for this opportunity, Christine Hipsky at Dynamic Ballroom, Lindsey Schroeder at The Schroeder Studio, and Guy Olivieri.
Jenna Tyrell (Violet Newstead) couldn't be more excited to be playing Violet amongst this incredible cast. This show is particularly special to her as it is her first time on stage with her son, Luke (also playing her son in the show). She was last seen on the Duke stage with DCP in NOISES OFF (Poppy) & MAMMA MIA (Donna) and most recently in STEEL MAGNOLIAS (M'Lynn) in Mooresville. Jenna is involved in many aspects of the Lake Norman theatre community; not only performing and choreographing with DCP, but also with MCCT / Clayton Miller Players, The Green Room Community Theatre, and the Community School of Davidson while also serving on the Board for Mooresville Community Children's Theatre and the Hough High Theatre Boosters. Jenna, a Davidson resident, earned a BFA in Musical Theatre from Illinois Wesleyan University and spent many years performing & choreographing professionally before taking on her most rewarding job as Wife & Mom. She spends her days working for Wells Fargo and free time with family, friends and on (and around) stage as much as possible.
Luke Tyrell (Josh / Ensemble) is so happy to be a part of this cast, especially playing son to his real-life Mom. A Davidson resident & rising senior in high school, Luke is a part of the Hough High Theatre program where he has been a part of every show since his freshman year. Most recently Luke was seen in SEUSSICAL (Yertle the turtle) at Hough High and FROZEN JR (Sven) with DCP. His favorite show to date is THE CRUCIBLE (Rev Hale) at Hough. Luke hopes you enjoy the show!
Roger Watson (Russell Tinsworthy): Roger is pleased to be back at DCP. Most recently seen at DCP in CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF (Doc Baugh) and LEGALLY BLONDE (Professor Callahan). Roger is a retired educator from Dayton, OH moving to NC in 2009. Some other favorite roles: ANNIE (Daddy Warbucks), SYLVIA (Greg), THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK (Hermann Van Dann). Lots of love to wife Chris, Cara, Mike, Yasdnil, Ryan, Rob, Lauran, granddogs Jake and Ollie and of course, grandcats Waldorf and Statler.
Hayden Waugh (Franklin Hart Jr.) is from Mooresville, NC and is still in disbelief to be playing this infamous role with such a phenomenal cast and crew. Though no stranger to playing the villain, as seen in Lee Street Theatre's GODSPELL (Judas) and Davidson Community Players' LEGALLY BLONDE (Warner Huntington III), this is certainly his most outrageous role yet. He would like to give all glory to Jesus Christ, and hopes you walk away from this show laughing and feeling empowered beyond your 9 to 5 and 24/7!
Meet the Production Team
Tod A. Kubo, Director and Choreographer
Kaylin Gess, Scenic and Lighting Designer
Chip Decker, Sound Designer
Kathryn Harding, Production Stage Manager
Caleb Sigmon, Projection Designer
Brett Rhinehardt, Stunt Coordinator
Brenna Skinnon DiNapoli, Props Coordinator
Vicki Harvell, Music Director
Chelsea Retalic, Costume Designer
Shawn Halliday, Technical Director