Georgetown Palace Theatre will present “9-to-5 The Musical” until April 3 at the Springer Stage.
“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 said to be outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic.
According to the plot, three female coworkers bushed to the boiling point 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.
The production is directed by Emily Taylor, choreographed by Quinton Weathers, music-directed by David Blackburn, vocal-directed by Nick Xitco, set-designed by Sandra Lopez and lighting design is by Faith Castaneda. Costume design is by A Cut Above Costumes. Scenic art is by Barb Jernigan. Faith Castaneda is production stage manager, and Claire Warkentin is assistant stage manager.
This production will be presented inside at the Springer Stage, the Palace’s historic proscenium theatre on Austin Avenue. For all performances at the Springer Stage, Palace Playhouse and Smith Performance Center, masks will be encouraged for the health and safety of our performers, staff and patrons. Ticket prices are $36 for adult; $33 for seniors ages 55 and over, military and students; and $24 for student rush tickets at the door with student identification. All fees are included in ticket pricing.
Tickets are on sale now at http://www.get palacetickets.com. The theatre will be seated at 100% capacity.
About the theatre
The historic Georgetown Palace Theatre, an entertainment hub of the downtown Georgetown Square, is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Georgetown and Williamson County by providing a venue for quality and affordable entertainment and educational opportunities in the performing arts. The Palace is currently under the leadership of Executive Artistic Director Ron Watson.
The Palace Theatre has three venues: the Springer Stage, which holds 291 patrons within the vintage theatre; the Playhouse Stage, which is an intimate black box theatre off Eighth Street and Tin Barn Alley; and the Doug Smith Performance Center, off Second and Rock streets, which is home to our Palace Theatre Education program and concert series. The education program is currently offering a full calendar of classes for every age.
This season at the Palace includes “The Wizard of Oz,” “The Drowsy Chaperone,” “Singin’ in the Rain,” and more.
For more information and an updated schedule, visit https:// www.georgetownpalace.com.
