This Performance, like all others this year and for years to come, is dedicated to
Johnny Seven Goodwyn
Seven Goodwyn was the best of us in so many ways. He was a beautiful person and performer. May he rest in peace. May 26, 2001– August 22, 2024
FACULTY
BILL GABELHAUSEN | FULL PROFESSOR
Bill Gabelhausen, from Peoria, Illinois, is a full Professor at Piedmont University. He received a BFA in Drama from Illinois Wesleyan University, an MFA in Acting from Pennsylvania State University, and a Master’s in Education from UGA. He spent 11 years working as a professional actor performing in National Tours (A Chorus Line, 1776, The Elephant Man, & Taming of the Shrew) and Regional Theaters throughout the Midwest and Eastern United States.
JOHN F. SPIEGEL | ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
John Spiegel is an Associate Professor of Theatre and comes to Piedmont University after a short stint at Presbyterian College in Clinton, S.C. He is a Georgia native who grew up in Atlanta. After graduating high school from the Westminster School, he received his BA from Davidson College and his MFA from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. John has directed over fifty shows, including a piece at the Kennedy Center. He also serves as a board member of the Southeastern Theatre Conference as well as the SETC Chair for the Endowment
KATHY BLANDIN | DEPARTMENT CHAIR
Kathy Blandin is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Theatre at Piedmont University where she works closely with the Drama Ed majors. She holds a PhD in Theatre Education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an MFA in Children’s Theatre/Creative Drama from the University of Texas at Austin. Previously, Kathy was the Executive Director of the Sautee Nacoochee Center and the head of the Cliff Valley School in Atlanta. Kathy also consults with several professional Children’s Theatres and arts non-profits nationwide helping with everything from marketing to educational programming.
BENJI STEGNER | MUSIC DIRECTOR
Benji Stegner is organist/music director at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Athens, GA and has served as musician at First Presbyterian Church (Gainesville, GA), St. Alban’s Episcopal Church (Waco, TX), All Souls’ Episcopal Church (Oklahoma City, OK), and First Baptist Church (Toccoa, GA). Benji was appointed conductor of the Toccoa Symphony Orchestra in 2021. He also collaborates with Lux, an advanced treble choir. Dr. Stegner holds degrees from Baylor University (D.M.A. in church music), Oklahoma City University (M.M. in conducting), and Piedmont College (B.A. in Music).
WHAT’S INSIDE
I am fortunate. I seldom experience sexism in the workplace and have never been forced to endure sexual harassment to keep my job. But I vividly remember my mother’s struggle to break the glass ceiling during the early 80’s, just a few years after the setting of 9 To 5. She was a data entry clerk at Sharon Steel, a small steel company in western Pennsylvania, with aspirations of becoming a computer programmer. When she first approached her boss about a promotion, she was told she needed a degree in programming even though several of the male programmers lacked degrees. So, my mom went to school at night and earned a degree in computer programming. Shortly after graduation, she approached her boss once again about a promotion. This time she was told she needed more management experience, even though the job she sought was entry-level. Refusing to give up, my mom became a team leader in the data entry department. Finally, on her third attempt at a promotion, it was granted, and my mom became the first female computer programmer at Sharon Steel in 1984. Every woman today stands on the shoulders of women like my mom who fought tooth and nail for equality in the workplace during the last decades of the twentieth century. As you watch the humorous struggles of Violet, Judy, and Doralee at Consolidated Incorporated, we hope you are inspired to stand up for the rights of women in all sectors.
“I raise up my voice – not so I can shout, but so those without a voice can be heard…we cannot succeed when half of us are held back.”
Malala Yousafzai, activist
Kathy Blandin, Director
Hunter Reum, Assistant Director
9 To 5
The Musical Artistic Team
Director Kathy Blandin
Assistant Director Hunter Reum
Music Director Dr.Benji Stegner
Set & Costume Design John F. Spiegel
Light Design Tyler Pellegrino
Choreographer Bill Gabelhausen
THIS SHOW RUNS APPROXIMATELY TWO AND A HALF HOURS INCLUDING A 15 MINUTE INTERMISSION
• No photography or videotaping of any kind is permitted during the show.
• Please refrain from the use of all electronic devices.
• Women’s restrooms are located outside of the house right lobby doors and to the right.
• Men’s restrooms are located outside the house left lobby doors and to the left.
WARNINGS
This production contains a live gunshot, active smoking onstage, and flashing lights. Please see a member of House Management for more information.
CAST OF CHARACTERS
Violet Newstead
Judy Bernly
Doralee Rhodes
Franklin Hart
Roz Keith
Joe
Mr. Tinsworthy
Gracie Tipton
Dakota Rose Chen
Haylie Collins
Gabe Richman
Kattie Smith
Steven Herring
Jim Peeples
Joshua Farmer
Parker Skillen
Shelby Armentrout
ENSEMBLE
Laurana Layton
Tommie Sirmans
Shelby Mowbray
Mackenzie Cain
Ethan Spinks
Willow Cannon
Mandy Baker
MUSICAL NUMBERS
Act 1
9 to 5
Around Here
Here ForYou
I Just Might
Backwoods Barbie
Heart to Hart
Dance of Death
Cowgirl’s Revenge
Potion Notion
Joy to the Girls
Shine Like the Sun
Act 2
One of the Boys
5 to 9
Change It
Let Love Grow
Get Out and Stay Out
9 To 5 Finale
PRODUCTION TEAM
Technical Director
Clayton Maddox
Stage Manager
Aubrie Burrell
Assistant Stage Managers
Jenna Meinberg
Meredith Fell
Patron Services Office Manager
Ava Kerpics
Patron Services Office Team
Tyler Pellegrino
Hunter Reum
Clayton Maddox
Shelby Mowbray
Mandy Baker
Laurana Layton
Sound Engineer
Reece Watson
Assistant Sound Engineer
Jazz Mote
Costume Crew
Tyler Pellegrino
Mandy Baker
Props Master
Liz Neely
Light Board Operator
Ava Kerpics
Flight Rail Operators
John Spiegel
Clayton Maddox
Sara Bjerke
Spotlight Operators
Eleanor Quinlan
Jay Hernandez
Set Crew
Shelby Armentrout
Mandy Baker
Brianna Barner
Sara Bjerke
Aubrie Burrell
Mackenzie Cain
Willow Cannon
Dakota Rose Chen
Haylie Collins
Joshua Farmer
Meredith Fell
Jay Hernandez
Steven Herring
Ava Kerpics
Laurana Layton
Jazz Mote
Liz Neely
Eleanor Quinlan
Taite Ranker
Gabriel Richman
Tommie Sirmans
Parker Skillen
Ethan Spinks
Vance Archer
Armorer
John F. Spiegel
PLAYERS
Alpha Psi Omega is the National Greek Theater Honor Society. Membership into Alpha Beta Gamma, Piedmont's cast of Alpha Psi Omega, is based on the number of cumulative hours each individual has spent in various college theater productions.
Shelby Armentrout is a first-year musical theatre major from Camden County, GA. In high school, Shelby played Janice Ian in Mean Girls, and Charlotte Bet in Oliver! She is so excited to be here and hopes you enjoy the show!
Mandy Baker is a freshman drama education major who is very excited for the shows this year! You may have seen her at North Hall High School as Ariel in The Little Mermaid and stage managing Over the River. She is so excited to be at Piedmont University and hopes you enjoy the show!
Mackenzie Cain is a non-traditional acting/directing major from Cleveland, GA. She has been seen onstage as Mark Cohen’s Mom in RENT and as Officer Welch in Rumors. She also serves as the Booster Club Secretary for the White County Theatre Department. She is grateful for the opportunity to preform for you and hopes you enjoy the show!
Willow Jade Cannon is a freshman acting/directing major from Flowery Branch, GA. They are very excited to be at Piedmont University. You may have seen Willow in previous roles, such as the Scarecrow in Wizard of Oz and Pugsley Addams in The Addams Family at Johnson High School.
Dakota Rose Chen is a third-year musical theatre major from Athens, Ga. You may have seen her in previous roles such as Mimi in RENT and LeeAnn in A Piece of My Heart She has also had the pleasure of costume designing You are Not Your Face, for Outfront Theatre. She is excited to further her degree at Piedmont and she hopes you enjoy the show.
Haylie Collins is a senior acting/directing major from Grayson, GA. She hopes you enjoy this show! You may have seen her in previous roles such as Maureen in Rent and Sissy in A Piece of My Heart. She wishes to thank you for supporting Piedmont University’s Theatre Department!
Joshua Farmer is a third-year technical theatre major from Lawrenceville, GA. He has appeared onstage in several shows such as Bright Star and A Piece of My Heart, but has been involved in every show at Piedmont in the last two years. He hopes you enjoy the show!
Steven Herring is a freshman acting/directing major at Piedmont University from Jefferson, GA. You may recognize him from Jackson County School productions where he played such roles Kenickie in Grease and Mr. Duvall in Mean Girls. He is ready for the wonderful opportunities here at Piedmont, and hopes you enjoy the show!
Laurana Layton is a sophomore musical theatre major from Valdosta, GA. You may have seen her in Rent and as Claire Ganz in Rumors. She is so excited to continue her theatre journey at Piedmont. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Shelby Mowbray is a freshman musical theatre major from Gainesville, GA. She is beyond excited to work with everyone this season. She played Karen Smith in her high school’s production of Mean Girls, along with the Fairy Godmother in Cinderella, and Alice in The Addams Family.
Jim Peeples is in his 10th year working at Piedmont University as the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. He is a Westminister College graduate, where he played many different sports. This is “Coach” Peebles stage debut here at Piedmont University.
Gabriel Richman is a senior acting/directing and hospital administration double major from Dallas, GA. He has had the pleasure of playing some amazing roles like Mark in RENT, Lenny in Rumors and Billy in Bright Star. Last year, he stage managed A Piece of my Heart and directed Jerry Finnegan's Sister at SNCA. Gabe is glad you are here!
Tommie Sirmans is a sophomore acting/directing and film double major from Lawrenceville, GA. You may have seen him as Benjamin Coffin III in RENT or as The Cat in the Hat in Seussical Jr while in high school. He’s very excited to continue his education at Piedmont. He hopes you enjoy the show!
Parker Skillen is a first-year drama education major from Dacula, GA. She is so excited for her first year at Piedmont. She has previously played Beatrice in Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Kattie Smith is a junior technical theatre & design major at piedmont. While this is the first time they have been on the Piedmont stage they have done technical theatre since high school. Kattie hopes you enjoy the show!
Ethan Zane Spinks is a third-year acting/directing major, from Camden County, GA. You may recognize him as Roger from RENT and Ernie from Rumors. He is excited to entertain you all!
Gracie Tipton is a senior theatre education major from Gainesville, GA. She is incredibly passionate about teaching, and works very closely with North Hall High School as a student teacher. However, she loves her time on stage! You might have seen her onstage here at Piedmont as MaryJo in A Piece of My Heart, Joanne in RENT and Cookie in Rumors. Gracie hopes you enjoy the show!
MUSICIANS
Conductor
Keyboard 1
Guitars
Bass Guitar
Keyboard 2 / Percussion
Drum Set
Benji Stegner
Benji Stegner
Boone Hood
Zachary Futch
James Geiger
Curt Sanders
FRIENDS OF THE ARTS
SUPPORTERS AS OF DECEMBER 19, 2024
Platinum ($5,000+)
Gus Arrendale and Springer Mountain Farms
Louise Bass
Pres. Marshall & Kimberly Criser
Bill and Carolyn Gaik
Gold ($1,000+)
Gainesville Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Lewis and Dianne Cody
Rev. Dr. Phil DeMore
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Bob Glass
Habersham County Chamber of Commerce
Phil and Betty Healy
Chris and Kathryn Kelly
Parks and Cathy Miller
Dr. Larry and Dinah Peevy & Tallulah Falls School
Larry and Kendra Rasche
Mary Raymer
Terry and Laura Rogers
Southern Company
John and Karen Spiegel
Weidner Law Firm
Thomas J. Wigley
Robert M. and Coleen D. Williams
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Dr. Walter and Jeanie Daves
Bill Gabelhausen
Drs. Shannon and Jennifer Gilstrap
Ms. Patricia Louko and Dr. Herb Johnson
Richard and Billie Monroe
Thomas and Margaret Rasmussen
Ann Sutton
Alex Thomlinson
Bronze ($250+)
Temme Barkin-Leeds and Stephen Leeds
Alicia Barton
Dr. Kathy & Todd Blandin
Brenda Boonstra
The Honorable James E. Cornwell
Pam and Joey Fountain
Zack and Hailey Hoopaugh
Bobby and Tammy Ivey
Dr. Katrina Short
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Jeff and April Bowers
Rebecca Brantley
Joseph Campion
Dr. Martha and Jonathan Cantrell
Gary and Stephanie Cortellino
Dr. Jacqueline Ellett
Drs. Monica and Bill Harn
Headwaters Master Gardeners Association
Dr. Edwin and Nancy Hendricks
Deborah Hill
Nolan Howren
Kelli Ivey
Dr. Steve Jacobs
Cheryl Lower
Dr. Robert Lutz
Santanu Majumdar
Richard Meissner
Ted Meredith
Drema Montgomery
Jane Pellegrino
Crystal Potthoff
Martha Richardson
Marissa Rodriguez
Curtin Shirley
John Templeton and John Siegel
Dean Slusser
Sandy Smith
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Sean Williamson