The Grand Theatre operates on the traditional lands and territories of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee, and Lunaapewak. We value the significant historical and contemporary contributions of local and regional First Nations, and all of the Original Peoples of Turtle Island (also known as North America), and acknowledge the traditional lands upon which we live, work and tell stories together.
 

OUR COMMITMENT

At the Grand we are committed to creating and practicing a company culture that ensures an accessible, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming space for artists, audiences, donors, board members, and staff. We actively encourage submissions from artists who self-identify as being part of underserved communities. It is our mission to reflect the diversity of our community on and off our stages. If you can imagine yourself in the role, then so can we!

Access and inclusion are important to us. If you have any questions regarding the Grand’s accessibility policies and initiatives, or any requests, we encourage you to reach out to Vanessa Spence, Associate Producer & Company Manager, at vspence [at] grandtheatre.com (vspence[at]grandtheatre[dot]com).
 

THE PROJECT 

9 to 5
Music by Dolly Parton
Book by Patricia Resnick  

Directed by: Rachel Peake
Music Direction By: Alexandra Kane
Choreography by: Allison Plamondon

Clickety clack, heels on the sidewalk, nails on a keyboard … or is that Dolly working on the title track? Step into the high-waisted skirts, polyester prints, and strappy peep-toe pumps of Judy, Violet, and Doralee for a night out with 9 to 5, its trio of leading ladies, and hit music by the Queen of Country herself including “9 to 5”, “Backwoods Barbie”, “Shine Like the Sun”, and “Get Out and Stay Out.”

It’s 1979. Working for a living feels a lot like a rich man’s game, and it’s hard not to think about how good it would feel to get back at the boss – especially when he passes you over for promotion, again. Based on the blockbuster hit movie, and packed with music, mischief, and misadventure, 9 to 5 will have you singing along from your seat and rooting for working women who aren’t waiting for what’s theirs. 
 

PRODUCTION DATES 

Rehearsal Starts: April 5, 2027
First Preview: May 4, 2027
Opening: May 7, 2027
Closing: May 22, 2027 
 

AUDITION DATES

Auditions will happen in Toronto, ON, between April 28 and April 30.

The dance call will be held on April 30. This is a key part of the audition process, helping us see movement ability, energy, and how performers pick up choreography. Anyone invited must make every effort to find availability during the day to attend.
 

AVAILABLE ROLES 

Violet (she/her) -  Age range: 40’s to 50’s; Any ethnicity; Vocal range: D5 – F3
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. Funny, kind, smart, strong, and ambitious.

Doralee (she/her) -  Age range: 20s to early 30s; Any ethnicity; Vocal range: E5 – G3
A young, vibrant spitfire who works at Mr. Hart’s office. She labels herself a “Backwoods Barbie” but is proof that there is more to a woman than just her looks.

Judy (she/her) -  Age range: 30s to early 40s; Any ethnicity; Vocal range: F5 – Ab3
The “new” girl at the firm. She has been burned by her husband’s affair and is searching for personal empowerment. Insecure, determined, and hopeful.

Franklin Hart (he/him) - Age range: 45 to 50; Any ethnicity; Vocal range: Gb4 – C3
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.

Roz Keith (she/her) - Age range: 35 to 55; Any ethnicity; Vocal range: C5 – G3
The overly-attentive and domineering office snitch. She has an unrequited love for Mr. Hart and will do anything she can to win his approval.

Joe (he/him) -  Age range: 25 to 35; Any ethnicity; Vocal range: G4 – B2
A young office accountant. Genuine and nice, and smitten with Violet.

Dwayne (he/him) -  Age range: 25 to 35; Any ethnicity; Vocal range: G4 – E2.
Doralee’s dedicated husband with a swagger. He is very supportive of her professional pursuits. This track will include multiple roles.

Dick (he/him) - Age range: 35 to 45; Any ethnicity
Judy’s soon-to-be ex-husband. An average guy, he is sporting a little less hair and a little more paunch than he did ten years ago. This track will include multiple roles.

Josh (he/him) - Plays age range: 15 to 18; Any ethnicity
Violet’s awkward teenage son. This track will include multiple roles.

Missy (she/her) - Age range: 20 to 35; Any ethnicity
Franklin Hart’s wife, clueless to her husband’s true nature.

Maria (she/her) - Age range: 20 to 30; Hispanic; Vocal range: D5 – F4
A young and vibrant secretary in Hart’s office.

Kathy (she/her) - Age range: 30 to 40; Any ethnicity; Vocal range: D5 – G4
A secretary in Hart’s office with a tendency to gossip.

Margaret (she/her) - Age range: 30s to 40s; Any ethnicity
A secretary in Hart’s office with a tendency to drink.

Tinsworthy (he/him) - Age range: 50 to 65; Any ethnicity
Franklin Hart’s boss and Chairman of the Board. A good man, who may be wiser to Hart’s ways than he lets on. This track will include multiple roles.
 

SUBMISSION DETAILS 

Please submit a resume and headshot for consideration through our form located here https://forms.gle/UZpycPVW93ExZuS69 or via Casting Workbook.Please only submit once. Email submissions will not be considered. Priority will be given to Equity artists and they will be seen first on the audition days. 

The deadline for submissions to be received is SUNDAY, APRIL 5 AT MIDNIGHT.