The Columbia Gorge Orchestra Association Presents 9 to 5 The Musical
Date/Time
5/9/2025 - 5/25/2025 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Pacific
Event Type(s)
Entertainment
Event Description
What do Footlose, The Bridges of Madison County, The Addams Family and Legally Blonde have in common? They are all popular movies that became hit Broadway musicals. While the transition from film to the musical stage is now very common, it wasn't always the case. One of the best examples is 9 to 5 The Musical, a rollicking and tuneful take on the well-known 1980 movie starring Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. Local audiences will be able to get in on the fun when CGOA Stages presents 9 to 5 The Musical, opening May 9 at The Columbia Center for the Arts.
Just about everyone knows Dolly Parton's greatest hits, but a completely original score.
The Musical premiered in 2009 and it's score was nomited for several Tony Awards. The music covers a wide range of styles from country to pop and traditional Broadway show tunes, all with a huge amount of audience appeal.
Younger audiences might not remember the movie, which notably for it's time highlighted workplace sexism and the frustration many women shared about working for egotistical and dishonest bosses. Of course that's a serious topic, but the movie and the musical both share a wicked sense of humor and fun while still shedding light on an important theme that sadly remains relevant in 2025. Emily Vawter, one of the musical's leading performers said that ''the musical is better than the film, because with Dolly's music and lyrics the characters have more heart and depth.''
Described as an ''hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rodolex Era'', 9 to 5 The Musical is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Unlike many broadway musicals, it highlights a strong female cast, making it a favorite with community theatres. Local Veteran actors Emily Vawter, Jennifer Harty and Cynthia Yoshida cover the original roles played by Parton, Tomlin and Fonda. Jim Yue plays boss Franklin Hart. The Musical is directed by Ashly Will, who directed last season's Bat Boy The Musical.
Location
Setting: In-Person Columbia Center for The Arts 215 Cascade Ave Hood River, OR 97031 UNITED STATES
9 to 5 The Musical Show Dates: May 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 and the 24th.
Time: 7:30 PM
Matinees Dates: May 11, 18, and the 25th.
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: The Columbia Center for Arts