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Brad Brock Director, School of Theatre Florida State University
Kris Salata Chair, School of Theatre Florida State University
We are thrilled to welcome you back to the School of Theatre at Florida State and to our exciting 20232024 season of plays and musicals! Each year, we present performances that build on our rich past to reflect on the now, stimulate discussion among our community, and significantly enhance our students’ education. For over 50 years, the School of Theatre has trained students not just for Broadway stages but as theatremakers, leaders, artists, and advocates for theatre across the world. None of this would be possible without our immensely dedicated faculty and staff and the generous and loyal support from members of our community. It is no wonder that with such shared effort the School of Theatre continues to be recognized as one of the top programs in the country. We hope that you will join us for each and every production as we celebrate the incredibly talented students, faculty, and staff who have worked tirelessly to create what you see on stage. Thank you for supporting the arts and the School of Theatre at Florida State as we could not do it without you! - Brad Brock & Kris Salata
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THE SCHOOL OF THEATRE AT FLORIDA STATE As one of the top-tier theatre training programs in the nation, the School of Theatre at Florida State provides its students with a wide variety of theatrical and educational opportunities. The primary mission of the School of Theatre is to offer students a comprehensive education in theatre and to prepare emerging artists to enter the professional theatre industry. As a result, the School of Theatre provides both student artists and community audience members a diverse array of productions that explore the spectrum of our shared humanity. Founded in 1973 under the vision and leadership of then-Dean Richard G. Fallon, the School of Theatre enjoys a national reputation, in large part, because of the excellence of its undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as a gifted faculty of nationally recognized professional artists and educators. The London Theatre Studies program, the chance to work side by side with guest artists and eminent scholars, as well as showcase opportunities in New York City and Los Angeles are just a few of the many reasons why students are attracted to our various professional and academic degrees from all over the United States, many foreign countries, and every county in Florida. Alumni of the program include Broadway stars Christiani Pitts, Montego Glover, and Leslie Flesner, television producer Steven Sears, Emmy Award-winners John Papsidera and John Brace, Broadway producers Heather Provost and Darren Bagert, Playwright and Professor Suzan Zeder, and a host of talented entertainment industry professionals. Through their creative work, research, publication, and service, School of Theatre alumni contribute to the commercial, educational, and cultural life of the citizens of Florida and the nation. The School of Theatre at Florida State is a member of the University/Resident Theatre Association, Inc. and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre.
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Music and Lyrics by
Book by
Dolly Parton
Patricia Resnick
Based on the 20th Century Fox Picture Originally produced on Broadway by Robert Greenblatt, April 2009 Orchestrator
Bruce Coughlin
Arrangements and Additional Orchestrations
Stephen Oremus & Alex Lacamoire Director
Jacob ben Widmar Music Director
Choreographer
Dr. Brandon Banks Scenic Designer
Erica Zaffarano Sound Designer
Zach Cramer Fight Director
Jason Armit
Mary Roberts Costume Designer
Lauren T. Roark Technical Director
Dominic Krippes
Lighting Designer
Elisheva S. Siegel Dramaturg
Elaine Hendriks Smith Calling Stage Manager
Chris Moeggenberg
October 13 - 22, 2023 The Richard G. Fallon Theatre 9 TO 5, THE MUSICAL Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com Any video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.
THE CAST (In order of appearance) Josh......................................................................................... Christopher I. Rosario Violet Newstead...................................................................... Gabrielle Hagenlocker Doralee Rhodes..............................................................................Catherine Roddey Dwayne................................................................................................. Noah S. Han Judy Bernly............................................................................. Angélica Concepción Roz Keith....................................................................................... Cat O. Ostrowski Margaret................................................................................................. Emma Katz Franklin Hart, Jr............................................................ Chandler Wesley Crownover Missy.............................................................................................. Landry Feldmeier Maria................................................................................................ Leah Holewyne Kathy.......................................................................................... Aly M. MacDonald Joe...................................................................................................Santos J. Sanchez Bob Enright.................................................................................... Christian Collins Dick.....................................................................................................Nick A. Nasta Candy Striper...............................................................................Kyra A. Paternoster Detective..................................................................................Thomas J. Richardson Doctor.................................................................................................Noah Sprague Tinsworthy...............................................................................Thomas J. Richardson Ensemble........................... Onyekachi C. Anyagaligbo, Bo Bailey, Christian Collins, Isabella Farrugia, Landry Feldmeier, Leah Holewyne, Elliott Kehoe, José J. Muñoz, Nick A. Nasta, Kyra A. Paternoster, Noah Sprague, Olivia Windley Booth Singers.............................. Melody Burrage, Gerald Davis, Garrison G. Mack, Brenna R. Maloney, Jadon Rhyne, Amelie J. Steffen
SETTING An office, 1979 or thereabouts
THE UNDERSTUDIES* *Understudies never substitute for listed players unless specified below or after an announcement is made at the time of performance. Swings....................................................................Gerald Davis, Emma Kate Farlow
CAST HEADSHOTS
Onyekachi C. Anyagaligbo
Bo Bailey
Melody Burrage
Christian Collins
Angélica Concepción
Chandler Wesley Crownover
Gerald Davis
Emma Kate Farlow
Isabella Farrugia
Landry Feldmeier
Gabrielle Hagenlocker
Noah S. Han
Leah Holewyne
Emma Katz
Elliott Kehoe
Aly M. MacDonald
CAST HEADSHOTS
Garrison G. Mack
Brenna R. Maloney
José J. Muñoz
Nick A. Nasta
Cat O. Ostrowski
Kyra A. Paternoster
Thomas J. Richardson
Catherine Roddey
Christopher I. Rosario
Jadon Rhyne
Santos J. Sanchez
Noah Sprague
Amelie J. Steffen
Olivia Windley
MUSICAL NUMBERS ACT I 9 to 5.............................................................Violet, Doralee, Judy, Ensemble Around Here................................................................ Violet, Judy, Ensemble Here for You............................................................................Hart, Ensemble Here for You (Reprise)..............................................................................Hart I Just Might....................................................Violet, Judy, Doralee, Ensemble Backwoods Barbie.............................................................. Doralee, Ensemble Heart to Hart........................................................................... Roz, Ensemble Dance of Death............................................................................... Judy, Hart Cowgirl’s Revenge.............................................................. Doralee, Ensemble Potion Notion.......................................................................Violet, Ensemble Joy to the Girls................................................................................. Ensemble Shine Like the Sun.........................................Violet, Judy, Doralee, Ensemble - There will be one fifteen-minute intermission -
ACT II Entr’acte........................................................................................... Orchestra One of the Boys............................................................. Joe, Violet, Ensemble 5 to 9........................................................................................................ Roz Change It.......................................................Violet, Judy, Doralee, Ensemble Get Out and Stay Out.............................................................................. Judy Finale............................................................................................... Ensemble Megamix / Bows and Exit Music...................................................... Ensemble
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ORCHESTRA Keyboard I........................................................................... Sudarat Songsiridej Keyboard II........................................................................... Connor Mckenna Guitar I........................................................................................... Parker Bleu Guitar II......................................................................................... Cory Marsh Bass............................................................................................ Michael Gregg Drums....................................................................................... John Carpenter Percussion.................................................................................. Brandon Banks Reed I...................................................................................... Patricia Crispino Reed II.............................................................................................Cyrus Paul Trumpet I................................................................................... Jeremy Perkins Trumpet II............................................................................ Benjamin Dubbert Trombone.................................................................................... Sarah Castillo
WHO’S WHO Onyekachi C. Anyagaligbo, she/her (Ensemble) is a freshman BFA Music Theatre major from Miami, FL. Her credits include Dreamgirls (Michelle), Seussical (Sour Kangaroo), Chicago (Velma Kelly), The Little Mermaid (Ursula), Funnyhouse Of A Negro (Funnylady), and Ruined (Sophie). She thanks all of her family, friends, and mentors! Bo Bailey, he/him (Ensemble) is a sophomore BFA Music Theatre major from Lakeland, FL. Previous professional credits include The Little Mermaid (Ensemble, u/s Scuttle), Escape to Margaritaville (Ensemble), and Jesus Christ Superstar (Ensemble). He would like to thank his family for their love and support. Melody Burrage, she/her (Booth Singer) is a senior BA Theatre major from Boca Raton, FL. Previous credits include The Secret in the Wings (Woman 3), The Ruby Sunrise (u/s Suzie), Hairspray (Amber), and Little Women (Amy). She would like to thank every person in her life who has believed in her and encouraged her. Christian Collins, he/him (Bob Enright, Ensemble) is a sophomore BFA Music Theatre major from New Orleans, LA. Previous credits: Something Rotten! (Robin, Dance Captain, u/s Shakespeare), Sweet Charity (Charlie, Frug, u/s Vittorio), Pippin (Pippin), and RENT (Steve). Many thanks to his family and friends. Live Like Keith.
Angélica Concepción, she/her (Judy Bernly) is a junior BM Music Theatre major from Arecibo, Puerto Rico. Her past credits include The Secret in the Wings (Woman 1), Sweet Charity (u/s Helene), and Newsies (Swing). She would like to thank Jacob as well as the rest of the cast and crew for being so wonderful! Chandler Wesley Crownover, he/him (Franklin Hart, Jr.) is a senior BFA Acting major from Orlando, FL. Previous credits include Antigone (King Creon), Julius Caesar (Brutus), and Matilda (Miss Trunchbull). He would like to thank his family, friends, and the cast and crew for making this show possible! Woohoo! Gerald Davis, he/him (Booth Singer, Dance Captain, Swing) is a senior BA Theatre major from Tampa, FL. Previous credits include Something Rotten! (Ensemble), Sweet Charity (Ensemble), and Newsies (Ensemble). Emma Kate Farlow, she/her (Dance Captain, Swing) is a sophomore Music Theatre major from Atlanta, GA. Favorite credits include Assistant Choreographer (The Secret in The Wings), Blue Dragon (Dragons Love Tacos), and Ivy Smith (On The Town). She would like to thank her family, Jacob, Mary, and the cast and crew for supporting her!
WHO’S WHO Isabella Farrugia, she/her (Ensemble) is a junior BM Music Theatre major from New Orleans, LA. Previous credits include The Secret in the Wings (u/s Woman 2), Sweet Charity (Ensemble), Newsies (Ensemble), and Into the Woods (Lucinda). Special thanks to her amazing family! Landry Feldmeier (Missy, Ensemble) is a sophomore BFA Music Theatre student from Louisville, KY. Previous credits include Dragons Love Tacos (Dance Captain, Swing), Something Rotten! (Swing), Guys and Dolls (Sarah Brown). She wants to thank her family and community of supporters for the constant love! Gabrielle Hagenlocker, she/her (Violet Newstead) is a senior BFA Music Theatre major. Previous credits include Men on Boats (Old Shady), Newsies (Ensemble, Female Swing), and Sweet Charity (Frenchie). She would like to thank her family and friends for their love and support! Noah S. Han, he/him (Dwayne) is a sophomore Business major from Hollywood, FL. His previous credits include Into The Woods (Baker) and Pippin (Pippin). He would like to thank the cast and crew for being kind and welcoming to the program. Leah Holewyne, she/her (Maria, Ensemble) is a sophomore BFA Music Theatre major from Houston, TX. Previous credits include Legally Blonde (Vivian), Something Rotten! (Dance Captain, Ensemble), and Sweet Charity (u/s Ursula, Swing). She would like to thank her family and teachers for their love and support. Emma Katz, she/her (Margaret) is a senior BFA Music Theatre major from Sarasota, FL. Previous credits include Something Rotten! (Ensemble), Sweet Charity (Ensemble), and Cinderella (Charlotte). She would like to thank her incredible parents, MT ‘24, and the cast and crew of 9 to 5! Enjoy the show! Elliott Kehoe, he/him (Ensemble) is a freshman BFA Music Theatre major from San Antonio, TX. Previous credits include Funny Girl (Eddie), The Crucible (Rev. Parris), The Little Mermaid (Grimsby), and Newsies (Albert). He would like to thank his family for the support and hopes to make them proud.
Aly M. MacDonald (Kathy) is a sophomore BA Theatre major from Fort Lauderdale, FL. Previous credits include Bulrusher (Bulrusher), Rent (Mimi Marquez), and Chicago (June). She would like to thank her family and friends for their love and support. Garrison G. Mack, he/him (Booth Singer) is a second-year Voice Performance major from Camdenton, MO. Previous credits include Little Shop of Horrors (Seymour), High School Musical (Troy Bolton), and Guys and Dolls (Nathan Detroit). He would like to thank his family and friends for their love and support. Brenna R. Maloney, she/her (Booth Singer) is a sophomore BA Theatre major from Tampa, FL. Previous credits include Curtains (Bambi), Iphigenia in Tauris (Iphigenia), and Peter Pan (Wendy). She would like to thank Jacob for this opportunity and her friends and family for their love and support. José J. Muñoz (Ensemble) is a senior BFA Music Theatre major from the Republic of Panama. Previous credits include Dragons Love Tacos (Yellow Dragon), Newsies (Ensemble), and Cinderella (Ensemble). He is very excited to show everyone what this amazing cast can do on stage! Nick A. Nasta, he/him (Dick, Ensemble) is a sophomore BM Music Theatre major from Jacksonville, FL. Previous credits at FSU include Something Rotten! (Swing) and Sweet Charity (Frug, Ensemble). He would like to thank all of his friends and family for their overwhelming support! @nicknastaaa Cat O. Ostrowski, she/her (Roz Keith) is a junior BA Theatre major from Palm Harbor, FL. Previous credits include Head Over Heels (Pamela), Something Rotten! (Bea Bottom), Heathers (Martha Dunstock), and Sweeney Todd (Mrs. Lovett). She would like to thank the Potamousis family for their endless love and support. Kyra A. Paternoster, she/her (Candy Striper, Ensemble) is a sophomore from Westfield, NJ. Previous credits include Sweet Charity (Swing) and Jesus Christ Superstar (Featured Ensemble) at Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts. Special thanks to her family for their constant support.
WHO’S WHO Jadon Rhyne, he/him (Booth Singer) is a freshman BM Music Theatre Major from Lincolnton, NC. Previous credits include The Addams Family (Uncle Fester) and The Wizard of Oz (Scarecrow). He would like to thank his family for supporting him, Jacob ben Widmar for this opportunity, and Catherine Roddey for her love and support. Thomas J. Richardson, he/him (Detective, Tinsworthy) is a senior Marketing major from Naples, FL. Previous credits include Sweet Charity (Oscar) and Something Rotten! (Brother Jeremiah). He would like to thank FSU’s SOT for the opportunity and his family and friends for their continuous support. Catherine Roddey, she/her (Doralee Rhodes) is a senior BM Music Theatre major from Austin, TX. Previous credits include Something Rotten! (Portia), Sweet Charity (Ursula), Newsies (Albert), and Cinderella (Ensemble). She would like to thank her parents and the cast and crew of 9 to 5! Yee-haw and Go Noles!! Christopher I. Rosario (Josh) is a freshman BA Theatre major from Fort Lauderdale, FL. Previous credits include In the Heights (Sonny), SpongeBob (u/s SpongeBob, Buster Bluetang, Electric Skate), and Newsies (Romeo). He would love to thank his directors, cast, and family for their support! Santos J. Sanchez, he/him (Joe) is a senior BA Theatre major from Kissimmee, FL. Previous credits include The Last Days of Judas Iscariot (Judas), Something Rotten! (Ensemble), and Into The Woods (Wolf, Cinderella’s Prince). He is grateful to be able to create and deeply loves his family on and off the stage. Noah Sprague, he/him (Doctor, Ensemble) is a sophomore BM Music Theatre major. Previous credits include Something Rotten! (Swing), Sweet Charity (Frug Dancer, Ensemble), and Footloose (Ren McCormack). Special thanks to family and friends for their continued love support and to Jacob for this opportunity. Amelie J. Steffen, she/her (Booth Singer) is a freshman BFA Acting major from Savannah, GA. This is her first performance with FSU SOT. She would like to thank her family for their constant support and love for the arts.
Olivia Windley (Ensemble) is a freshman BFA Music Theatre major from Atlanta, GA. Credits: CATS (Sillabub), A Chorus Line (Judy Turner), Annie Get Your Gun (Nellie Oakley), Joseph… Dreamcoat (Ensemble), A Little Princess (Ermengarde), and Annie (Tessie). Much appreciation to everyone involved in 9 to 5! Information in "Who's Who" is provided by members of this production. Opinions expressed are those of the players, and not necessarily those of the School of Theatre or Florida State University. Jason Armit (Fight Director) is a Fight Director/ Certified Teacher with the Society of American Fight Directors and holds a BFA. in Performance from the U. of Southern Mississippi. Previously at FSU: Sweet Charity; Bulrusher. Professional Theatres: Alliance Theatre (Atlanta, GA), Alabama Shakespeare Festival (Montgomery, AL), Utah Shakespeare Festival (Cedar City, UT), among others. Other universities: U. of Georgia (Athens, GA), U. of South Carolina (Columbia, SC), Auburn U. (Auburn, AL), among others. Brandon Banks (Music Director) is originally from New Bern, NC and is an FSU alum (MM ‘20, DM ‘23). Beginning his piano studies at the age of 14, he began musically directing two years later with Jason Robert Brown’s 13! This past summer he returned home for his 40th production of Urinetown: The Musical. Other musical theatre credits include RENT, Company, In The Heights, Tarzan, and The Wedding Singer. In December, he will return home for his next production of The Winter Wonderettes. Dr. Banks would like to thank his wife for her continued support in his musical theatre career. Jacob ben Widmar, he/him (Director) is a thirdyear MFA Directing candidate. He most recently directed and choreographed Dragons Love Tacos last fall here at FSU. Broadway/NYC: Book of Mormon, Xanadu, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, Radio City Spectacular directed by Mia Michaels, and No, No, Nanette (Encores!). Originated roles in Douglas Carter Beane’s Hood and Mrs. Miller Does Her Thing written and directed by Tonyand Pulitzer Prize-winner James Lapine. Other credits include Paper Mill Playhouse, Sacramento Music Circus, Goodspeed Opera House, North Shore, Ogunquit, Old Globe, Signature Theatre D.C.
WHO’S WHO Matthew Cleveland, he/him (Deck Stage Manager) is a junior BA Theatre major from Pembroke Pines, FL. Previous FSU credits include The Secret in the Wings (Deck Stage Manager), Cinderella (Fly Rail Operator), Men on Boats (Carpenter), and Sweet Charity (Carpenter). He thanks his family, friends, and boyfriend for their love and support. Zach Cramer (Sound Designer) is the Sound Designer for the SOT at FSU. Over the past twenty-five years, he has designed over 100 productions including The Who’s Tommy, Peter Pan, Ragtime, Seussical the Musical, Nine (winner 2008 FTC, 2009 SETC and advanced to national AACT), Titanic, The Producers, Spamalot, Hedda Gabler, Addams Family, Beauty and the Beast, Hairspray, and In The Heights. Dominic Krippes, he/him (Technical Director) is a second-year MFA Technical Production candidate from Pensacola, FL. Previous FSU credits include The Ruby Sunrise and Something Rotten! He serves as the Production Manager at Ballet Pensacola and Technical Director at Pensacola Children’s Chorus. Lindsay Johnson, she/her (Deck Stage Manager) is a junior BA Theatre major from St. Cloud, FL. Previous credits as Deck Stage Manager include Into The Woods, La Traviata, and The Turn of the Screw. She thanks her friends, family, and Cash Money Flow for all their endless support! Kate McConnell, she/her (Deck Stage Manager) is a sophomore BA Theatre and Behavioral Neuroscience major from Ball Ground, GA. Previous credits include The Secret in The Wings (Props Crew), In Bloom (Stage Manager), Curtains at Quincy Music Theatre (Props Master), and Freedom of the City at Tallahassee Irish Repertory Theater (Stage Manager). Special thanks to Kadin and Elle for dealing with her. Chris Moeggenberg (Calling Stage Manager) is a senior BA Theatre major from Fort Myers, FL. Previous FSU credits as Deck Stage Manager include The Secret in the Wings, Dragons Love Tacos, and Cinderella, as well as Opera Theatre of Saint Louis’s 2022 and 2023 seasons as Deck Crew. They would like to thank their family and friends, especially Ani, Rana, and Scott, for their endless love and support!
Lauren T. Roark, she/her (Costume Designer) is a theatrical costume designer and educator. She leads the costume design MFA program and serves as head of the design area for the Department of Theatre at the U. of Tennessee, Knoxville. A proud member of USA Local 829, she has designed at the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, Great Lakes Theatre, Clarence Brown Theatre, and the Tony Award-winning Utah Shakespeare Festival and Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park. She holds an MFA in Costume Design and Technology from the U. of Missouri–Kansas City. To learn more, visit laurentroark.com. Mary Roberts, she/her (Choreographer) is excited to assist and choreograph with Jacob ben Widmar in this production. Mary is an independent choreographer-director who serves as a Show Supervisor and Choreographer with RWS Productions for Iberostar Resorts. She choreographed and installed events for Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, debuted entertainment for Santa’s Fantastical in Atlanta, GA, and taught, directed, and installed shows for Norwegian Creative Studios. Mary holds degrees in Dance Management from Oklahoma City U., and an MFA in Dance from FSU. She is happy to be working at home right now and looks forward to sharing opening night with her husband, Eric Sutherland, and her stepson, Alexander. Elaine Hendriks Smith, she/her (Dramaturg) is a third-year Ph.D. student in Theatre and Performance Research from Detroit, MI. Previous FSU credits include Cinderella (Dramaturg), The Playground at Goodwood Museum (Director), and Chicago (Dramaturg). Other production credits include Tony & Tina’s Wedding (MI tour, Director and Stage Manager), Say Goodnight Gracie (St. Luke Theatre, NY, Lighting Design), and Hairspray (The Berman CPA, MI, Director). Thank you to Jacob ben Widmar for the inspiration and her husband, Dennis, for agreeing to move 1,000 miles to fulfill her dreams.
WHO’S WHO Elisheva S. Siegel (Lighting Designer) grew up in the Navy and calls Orlando, FL home. She holds a MFA in Lighting Design from California State U.-Long Beach. Her passion has given Ms. Siegel the fortunate opportunity to work all over the country (and Canada!). Favorite designs include: The Night the Music Lived (Little Theatre on the Square), Smetana’s The Bartered Bride (Bob Cole Conservatory of Music), Richard II (Orlando Shakes), The Pajama Game (Austin Peay State U.) and EPCOT’s Holidays Around the World 2016 (Disney Parks Live Entertainment). Much love to Mom, Dad, Zack, and Galileo Rex. Sudarat Songsiridej (Assistant Music Director) is a College of Music Coach and Accompanist for the Music Theatre Program and a Dance Musician for the School of Dance. She holds degrees from the Juilliard School, the Eastman
School of Music, and FSU. She also has completed all levels of Somatic Voicework™ from the LoVetri Institute at the Baldwin Wallace U. and the Shenandoah U. Contemporary Commercial Music Institute. Sudarat has worked with Music Theatre artists such as Maltby & Shire and Ann Reinking, Dance artists such as Joe Goode, Suzanne Farrell, Jawole Willa Jo Zollar, and the Martha Graham Company. Offcampus, she is the Company Pianist for the Pas de Vie Ballet and for 25 years was the Music Director for the Florida Laughing Stock Cabaret. Amoreena Tillman (Deck Stage Manager) is a senior BA Theatre major from Tallahassee, FL. Previous FSU credits include Bulrusher (Deck Stage Manager), Sweet Charity (Props Crew), and Cinderella (Props Crew). She thanks the rest of the stage management team, the cast, crew, and her family and friends for their love and support.
DIRECTOR’S NOTES Dolly Parton—the composer of 9 to 5: the Musical and the queen of country—famously said “It’s hard to be a diamond in a rhinestone world!” As I contemplated undertaking this massive show, this quote kept resonating with me. What makes a diamond and what makes a rhinestone in 2023? While a strong feminist piece from its inception, 9 to 5 has a message that is even more urgent today. In Violet’s final speech at the end of the show, she speaks up for the office employees who have been mistreated, referring to herself and her co-workers as “the little guy” while using male and female pronouns interchangeably. She makes a case that it is not just female secretarial workers who suffer from abusive bosses but all marginalized voices. A fearful man in power expects a minority worker (whether immigrant, queer, or of a different faith) to conform to his expectations lest he be usurped. This bigoted behavior is not specific to the 1970s. It is an ongoing assault, and it has only intensified as our political landscape has become increasingly divided. The show’s antagonist, Franklin Hart, Jr., is a perfect example of a cheaply-made rhinestone cringing at the thought of a diamond outshining him. On the surface, it may seem like a simple message. One we have all heard. But 9 to 5: the Musical, like a diamond, has many facets and cuts. Yes—slapstick, farce, fantasy, and social commentary are all rolled into the evening’s humorous entertainment. And if we mine a little deeper, we find the timely relevance and recognize that it is about all of us. We are all “the little guy” Violet speaks of, yelling to be heard and fighting to be recognized. Each of us has the potential to be a diamond. It requires time, heat, pressure, and a whole lotta humor. Dolly was right, “It’s hard to be a diamond in a rhinestone world.” But through our endurance and fortitude, these adversities will give way to the brightest possibilities.
DRAMATURG’S NOTES From Dramaturg Elaine Hendriks Smith Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin have a lifelong friendship that has included them jointly advocating for causes that are important to them. In 2019, Tomlin and Fonda were arrested on the United States Capitol steps while advocating for action on climate change. For the recent writers’ and actors’ strikes, Tomlin and Fonda said it was not just about creative workers. It is about all industries across the country and will affect the livelihoods of many people for years to come. So, how does all of this activism fit into 9 to 5: the Musical? It is the keystone that brought many exceptional women together to create a film (and song) that lives on in the musical you are about to see. This play is an adaptation of the film conceived by Jane Fonda. 9 to 5’s inspiration comes from Fonda’s longtime friend, Karen Nussbaum, who founded the 9to5 working women’s union (celebrating its 50th anniversary this year). To help Fonda, Karen Nussbaum wrote a briefing memo for the studio explaining why the film would have an audience. At that point, the only depiction of a woman secretary was in the 1950s, with Anne Southern as Susie, the Secretary. Nussbaum explained that 20 million women in the United States were office workers (or 1 out of 3). Once the audience question was settled, Jane Fonda recruited Lily Tomlin. During one interview session with the women of the 9to5 movement. One of the questions Tomlin and Fonda asked was, “Do you ever imagine killing your boss?” Karen Nussbaum remembers the moment she heard the question. For a split second, she was outraged until people started raising their hands. The following conversation informed the relationship between the fictional women of 9 to 5 and their boss, Mr. Hart. And of course, we must remember the fabulous Dolly Parton, who wrote the song on set with her guitar. When asked how she accomplished it in interviews, she plays the song on her acrylic nails and asks if you can hear it. Then she sings. Lily Tomlin remembers the first time Dolly Parton approached her and Jane Fonda and started to perform the song on her nails. Tomlin immediately knew - it was a hit.
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PRODUCTION TEAM Director...........................................................................................................Jacob ben Widmar Directing Advisor.............................................................................................Jessica Phelps West Music Director...................................................................................................... Brandon Banks Assistant Music Director................................................................................. Sudarat Songsiridej Rehearsal Pianists................................................................... Bianca Lupsha, Sudarat Songsiridej Choreographer.........................................................................................................Mary Roberts Dance Captains........................................................................Gerald Davis, Emma Kate Farlow Scenic Designer.................................................................................................... Erica Zaffarano Costume Designer...............................................................................................Lauren T. Roark Assistant Costume Designer..................................................................................... Sungwon An Lighting Designer...............................................................................................Elisheva S. Siegel Sound Designer........................................................................................................Zach Cramer Assistant Sound Designer.......................................................................................... Alroy Harry Technical Director............................................................................................. Dominic Krippes Assistant Technical Directors....................................... Abby Akard, Will Hodges, Raistlin Yovan Fight Director.............................................................................................................Jason Armit Fight Captain....................................................................................................... Isabella Farrugia Dramaturg.................................................................................................Elaine Hendriks Smith Calling Stage Manager................................................................................... Chris Moeggenberg Deck Stage Managers........................................................ Matthew Cleveland, Lindsay Johnson, Kate McConnell, Amoreena Tillman Stage Management Mentor.................................................................................Casey Sammarco Co-Technical Direction Advisors......................................................... Jim Lile, Joshua Wickham Production Manager...........................................................................................Joshua Wickham Associate Production Manager............................................................................ Zachary A. Cary Assistant Production Managers.......................................................... Victoria Guise, Becca Stock Scene Shop Manager............................................................................................ Colin Campbell Assistant Scene Shop Manager....................................................................................Becca Stock Carpenters....................................Abby Akard, Jacqueline Buehner, Zachary Gage, Alroy Harry, Will Hodges, Dominic Krippes, Sarah Liffick, Ethan Noel-Rickert, Estevan Rivera, Derek Sands, Takeira Walker Paint Shop Manager................................................................................................ Teddy Moore Scenic Charge Artist................................................................................................ Teddy Moore Scenic Artists............................................................Abby Akard, Anna Collins, Payton Nugent, Lauren Quintana, Rheanne Walton Properties Manager..................................................................................................... Kevin Grab Principal Props Artisan............................................................................................Reona Woods Assistant Properties Manager.................................................................................Payton Nugent Properties Artisans........................................................................ Abby Akard, Dominic Krippes Properties Interns..................................................... Owen Jackson, Marco Massari, Hailey Paert Costume Design Advisor.............................................................................................Jen Gillette Costume Technology Advisor......................................................................................Jacki Armit Costume Shop Manager..................................................................................... Sarah M. Jahnke Wardrobe Supervisor............................................................................................. Zachary Payne Assistant Wardrobe Supervisor......................................................................................... J. Miller Staff Wig and Make-Up Artist............................................................ Madison McKenzie Weber Wig and Makeup Crew Supervisor..................................................................... Savana Petranoff Wig and Makeup Artists..................................................................Lily Aldrich, Hannah Mahle,
PRODUCTION TEAM Jennifer Rosner, Jordan Walker Drapers.................................................................................................. Jacki Armit, Yu-Fang Lin Stitchers.........................Lauren Belco, Ning Goff, Olga Goupalova, Nikki Himes, Alex Holton, Ella Kavanagh, Ainsely King, Asher Lipscomb, Marco Massari, J. Miller, Zachary Payne, Alex Richards, Sarah Travis, Makenzie Vaughan Lighting Supervisor.............................................................................................. Todd Teagarden Electricians.......................................................................Julie Adams, Elana Dibbs, Alroy Harry, Dominic Krippes, Jake McDivitt, Chris Moeggenberg, Ryan Moore, Roy Rafi Nishimoto-Rivera, Josh Simon Light Board Programmer........................................................................................... Elana Dibbs Light Board Operator.............................................................................................Lila Knowlton Spotlight Operators............................. Grace Coplin, Mikayla Martinez-Hobbs, Hannah Ripley Sound Board Programmer............................................................................................ Riley York Audio Technician....................................................................................................... Alroy Harry Mic Captain............................................................................................................. Grace Coplin Automation Operator.................................................................................................. Erin Lamb Fly Rail...................................................................Jordan Kosanke, Grant Newcombe, Tin Tran Props.................................................................... Sarah Brown, Lauren Chestnut, Hannah Cole, Liana Rubero, Alexandra Martin Costumes................................................................... Mia Biton, Mikaela Georgi, Marin Houck, Ella Kavanagh, Joshua Reaves, Jessie Roddy Wigs & Makeup...............................................................................Kylee Frye, Sydney Gooden, Kylie Marco, Elizabeth Van Dyke Crew Swing................................................................................................... Samantha Bikulcius House Manager................................................................................................Ayobami Aribisala Assistant House Manager..................................................................................... Alexandra Sucre Director of the Fine Arts Ticket Office......................................................................... Jack Rizzo Associate Director of Patron Services........................................................................Lizzie Powers Patron Services Coordinator.............................................................................Ayobami Aribisala Patron Services Assistants........................................................... Collins Cudjoe, Emily Lostracco Usher Crew................................Julia Blagodir, Nicole Davis, Sophia Fermin, Charlotte Fletcher, Janiaya Forbs, Cam Fowler, Margaret Giles, Tanner Griffin, Hailey Killin, Zoe Kollaras, Aishat Lawal, Casey MacLeod, D’Markai McDonald, Mason Messingschlager, Mia Mezo, Liam Neal Fine Arts Ticket Office Staff..........................Brigitte Anderson, Sage Aucremann, Sara Gonzales, Caitlin Hancock, Emily Hensel, Lindsay Johnson, John Lacson Malley, Aishat Lawal, Naihla Mancuso, Joseph Nguyen, Jackie Petichakis, Isabella Pila, Briana Rodriguez, Liz Van Dyke Associate Director of Marketing Communications.................................................Kelby Siddons Marketing Communications Coordinator.............................................................Collins Cudjoe Marketing Communications Assistant..............................................................Ayobami Aribisala Graphic Design & Media Specialist...............................................................................Lani Daes Associate Director of Community Engagement................................................ Charlotte Pension Patrons Association Coordinator......................................................................... Emily Lostracco
PATRONS ASSOCIATION BOARD MEMBERS Laura Rogers - President Robert Clickner - Vice President Sunny Phillips - Treasurer Carol Weissert - Secretary Linda Clickner Barbara Elam Katherine A. Emrich Tanya Hollady Howard Kessler Annelise Leysieffer KC McWilliams Marion Merzer Jay Newman Larry Pintacuda Nancy Stepina-Robinson Dennis Williams EMERITUS BOARD MEMBERS Jalma Baker Howard Eisenman Richard Henry Mart Hill Ted* & Barbara* Judd Lou Kellenberger* Lynn McWilliams William Moncrief* Brooks & Almena Pettit Sara Rodrigue Dawn Sharp* Nancy Sheridan* June Strauss* ANGELS Mrs. Sandy Brown Yvonne & Steve Brown Robert& Linda Clickner Terry & Linda Cole Ellen Berler & Rob Contreras Ms. Alicia Crew Jim & Sandy Dafoe Howard & Susan Eisenman Richard Dusenbury & Kathy Jaschke Annelise Leysieffer Ms. Kathleen McWilliams
Todd & Lynn McWilliams Russ & Genie Morcom Jay & Sue Newman Mark Chinn-Lenn, MD & Kevin Pfeiffer Aimee Roberts Mr. & Mrs. John Roddey Sam & Laura Rogers John & Emily Ruddell Karen J. Russell Brence Sell Mike Sheridan Mr. & Mrs. Michael Stephens Randall Van Syoc Janet Hinkle & Katee Tully William & Carol Weissert Dennis & Barbara Williams Michael Sheridan & Judy Wilson Carol Woodward
BENEFACTOR Steven Bellenot Dr. Fran & Bill Berry Susan & Mark Canning Mr. & Mrs. Michael Ciaccio Amanda Davis Paul Deitchman Mrs. Sara DuChene Dr. T. Lynn Hogan & Robin Fowler Jerry & Bobbi Hill Tanya Hollady Linda & Rick Hyson David & Sandi Jacobsen Mr. Josh Jordan Michele Kiker Susan Barnes & Kenneth Kranz Jill Leach Barbara Lombardo Mike & Joanne Mallardi Dr. Joseph McElarth DIRECTORS Ms. Fran McLean Mr. Franciso Alarcon Alex Meng Ms. Carol Cooper Dr. Marion & Martin Katherine A. Emrich Merzer Jack & Susan Fiorito Marty Monroe Carol Gregg Mary Ann & Ducan Moore Ms. Michelle Greiner Mary Norton Robert & Janis Inzer Joel Padgett Dr. & Mrs. Brucs Janasiewicz Dr. & Mrs. Steven Perfect Debby Kearney Sunny Phillips John & Linda Kilgore Mr. & Mrs. Larry & Joanne Jeannine Klos Pintacuda Mr. Robert Knight Arlene Sandberg Thomas Lacy Gary & Patricia Smith Bill & Susan Leseman Karen Oehme & Nat Stern Julie Lovelace Lili Quintiliani & Blan Jennifer Fitzwater & Geof Teagle Mansfield Barbara Ware Laurie & Bill McCort David & Jane Watson Chris New Mike & Kathi Watters Almena & Brook Pettit Lynda Roser & Marliyn Yon Nancy Stepina-Robison Dr. Richard Zorn Jim & Betty Ann Rodgers Philip Sharp Mrs. Cathlyn Spinks Kip & Bev Wells
PATRONS ASSOCIATION FRIENDS Alan & Nancy Asker Mary Elizabeth Auburn Jeannie B. & Tommy Barrett Laurie Brown Martha Chumbler Ms. Jessica Comas Jennifer Diaz Joann Dixon Sharon Fallon Lynn Marie Firehammer Harvey & Judy Goldman Ms. Sarah Goodson Artis Gray Dr. Melissa Gross Dr. William Heebink
Roxanne Hughes, Ph.D. Mr. Warren Husband Michael Killoren Terry Knowlton Charles & Dian LaTour Ralph & Sue Mancuso Ms. Edna Mann John Mayo Gegory McMillin Kama Monroe Ann & Don Morrow Randy Murrell David & Nancy Norman Gale Parker Mr. Roy Peterson Henry Pollock
Audrey Post Gloria Priest Pat Ramsey Rae Roeder Patricia Romig Roy M. Foreman & Paula S. Saunders Diann Schultz Christina Slaton Leslie Spencer Majorie Turnbull Donna Legare & Jody Walthall Dana & Barbara Wilson Martin & Amanda Wood Nancy Wright
Patrons Association Members listed as of October 9, 2023. All (*) following a donor’s name indicates the person has passed away.
PATRONS SCHOLAR SPOTLIGHT: Mila Sumrall is a BA Theatre and Psychology major. She is involved with multiple theatre and performance-based organizations including 30in60 Sketch Comedy, Whitemouse Productions, Club Downunder, and Southern Shakespeare Company. Though Mila is primarily focused on performing, she also dabbles in writing and directing. In her free time, she writes and performs stand-up comedy. Leadership positions include Vice President and Secretary of 30in60. Sumrall has been involved in shows on and off-campus, as cast and crew positions. She was on the wardrobe crew for Newsies and usher crew for Men on Boats at FSU, and she was smost recently seen as Iras in Antony & Cleopatra and Metellus Cimber in Julius Caesar at Southern Shakespeare Company. Student works include Dead Man’s Game (Jesus), Holy Inappropriate (Demaris), and Cr. Frankenstein (Cocktor Frankenstein) with Whitemouse Productions. Mila says, “Thank you so much to the Patrons who donate to the Patrons Scholarships. These awards provide me with a layer of stability that allow me to focus all my energy into my studies and extra-curricular opportunities. Scholarships like these allow me to grow and develop as an artist full-time and for that I am so grateful.”
2023-2024 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS Angela Musette Russo Memorial Scholarship Quinn Coté, Lisa Kolley, Kelly Tomlin Brooks and Almena Pettit Presidential Scholarship Justin Banton Mart and Louis Hill Presidential Scholarship Bo Bailey* Davis Gaines Endowed Scholarship in Music Theatre Gabrielle Hagenlocker*, Elliott Kehoe*, John Ray, Jessie Roddy* Dean Gil Lazier Student Scholarship in the School of Theatre Isabella Burgos, AvA Laney, Briana Rodriguez, Teegan Sinclair Frank and Jo Ann Fain Endowed Scholarship Christian Collins*, Nicolas Evans, Elizabeth Lee, Max Rosenbush, McKenna Wallace, Ira Woodfaulk Ginger Earnest London Theatre Scholarship Anthony Gallo, Vicente Tome Fred Chappell London Theatre Scholarship Antonia Pack-Brown Hazel Sliger Presidential Scholarship Jason Alvarez Howard W. Kessler Endowed Scholarship Angelina Carballo, Charlotte Ennen, Emma Kate Farlow*, Landry Feldmeier*, Olivia Windley*
Leon and Jane Schmehl Endowed Theatre Scholarship John Lacson Malley*, Elizabeth Veloso Michael Martin International Theatre Scholarship Alanna Boyd, Amanda Gonzalez, Kerrington Jackson, Rachel Lieberman, Elijah Rios, Alexa Schoffel Richard G. Fallon Scholarship Christian Collins*, Max Rosenbush Robert S. Barber Endowed Scholarship Jaqueline Buehner, Aaron Collins, Sofia Fanan, Lindsay Johnson* Steven L. Sears Scholarship in Theatre Gerald Davis*, Ryan Moore, Dominique Palmer, Doraline Rolle, Giuliana Sarcone Theatre Patrons Association Scholarship Tai Beasley, Sarah DeVoe, Sydney Fields, Gabrielle Hagenlocker*, Daniela Hernandez, Naihla Mancuso*, Isabella Pila*, Valentina Salazar, Shelby Simmons, Takeira Walker Theatre Patrons London Endowment Madison Beehner, Charlotte Ennen, Nicolas Florez-Ortiz, Sara Gonzalez, Amanda Leslie, Antonia Pack-Brown, Mia Prokop, Teegan Sinclair, Mila Sumrall, Eduardo Vargas, Jordan Walker Theodore and Barbara Judd Endowed Scholarship in Theatre Mohera Beason, Ellie Dobleske Berler-Contreras Theatre Scholarship Fund Mallika Rangi Pat Simmons Memorial Scholarship Isabella Ellec
The asterisk (*) following students’ names indicate that they are a part of this production of 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL.
CELEBRATING LIFETIME GIVING Maximilian E. & Marion O. Hoffman Foundation John Degen* Burton L. Reynolds* Donald Hinkle Janet Bruce Hinkle Steven L. Sears Tedd & Barbara A. Judd* James W. Newman Howard W. Kessler and Anne G. Van Meter Jo Ann and Frank* Fain Michael T. Martin*
Ralph L. Cook* Leon Schmehl* Jim and Betty Ann Rodgers Brooks H. and Almena H. Pettit Mart P. Hill Angela Musette Russo Foundation Frederick E. and June Turner Robert* & Cindy Barber Dennis and Barbara Williams Davis Gaines
Howard and Susan Eisenman George & Charlotte Palmer* Richard & Kathy Henry Richard & Betty Higginbotham* Steven and Blanche Gordon Carol A. Woodward Sandra J. and James L. Dafoe Robert J. Contreras and Ellen S. Berler
Donors listed have given $25,000 or more in cumulative lifetime giving to the School of Theatre. All (*) following a donor’s name indicates the person is deceased but not forgotten.
Patrons nYC EsCaPE MaY 3 - MaY 7, 2024 Join us for 5 days and 4 nights of exciting theatre, fantastic meals, and our incredible Music Theatre Showcase! Number of Persons Party of two: Party of one:
Cost Double $4,200* Single $3,000*
*Does not include airfare
JOINTheatre US FOR THEAudiences programming... Please join us for this year’s for Young THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES PROGRAM
Based on the book by Matt de la Peña and Chrisitan Robinson, West’s adaptation pulls the hoppin’ music of Lamon Dozier and Paris Dozier into a moving musical
SUPPORT LOCAL SCHOOLS!
Support a local school of your choice by purchasing Share Night tickets during a designated school’s night. You can buy discounted tickets online at tickets.theatre.fsu.edu, or call the Fine Arts Ticket Office at 850-644-6500 and mention “Share Night tickets” and the school (additional fees apply). A donation of $5 will be made to the school for each ticket purchased!
Share Night Fundraiser Schedule 11/17 at 7 pm
Chai r e s E le m e n ta r y | K a t e S ul li v a n E le m e n ta r y | K i l le a r n La ke s E le m e n ta r y
11/18 at 2 pm
H a rt s fi e l d E le m e n ta r y | D e S o t o Tr ai l E le m e n ta r y
11/18 at 7 pm
W T M o o r e E le m e n ta r y | H a w k s R ise E le m e n ta r y
11/19 at 2 pm
C a n o p y O a k s E le m e n ta r y | S ch o o l of A rt s a n d S c i e n c e s a t t he c e n t r e E le m e n ta r y
11/19 at 4 pm
Fait h P r e s b y t e ria n P r e sch o o l | R o be rt s E le m e n ta r y
Share your pre-loved books with the local chapter of the Boys and Girls Club! We are looking for books in the Kindergarten through 8th grade reading group for young people in need. Drop off bins will be located in information the Fallon Theatre November 13th through 19th. For more on all ofLobby our programs, visit theatre.fsu.edu!
WIN A TRIP TO
NEW YORK 5 days / 4 nights in the Big Apple for Two
May 3 - May 7, 2024 TRIP INCLUDES: Hotel Accommodations for Two Three Group Dinners Two Tickets for Four Broadway Shows Two Airfare Vouchers Music Theatre Showcase
$50 PER CHANCE ONLY 300 CHANCES AVAILABLE! To purchase Chances: Fine Arts Ticket Office Monday - Thursday 11am - 4pm, Friday 11am - 3pm 850.644.6500 | tickets.theatre.fsu.edu theatre-engagement@fsu.edu
Join us for the Patrons Association
SHOWCASE FUNDRAISER Tuesday, April 30, 2024 6:00 PM Fallon Theatre On Sale February 2024
Tickets Fine Arts Ticket Office 850.644.6500 tickets.theatre.fsu.edu
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Welcome to the School of Theatre at Florida State University. Whether you are returning or visiting for the first time, we want you to feel comfortable and be familiar with our facilities and services. As a courtesy to the actors on stage and members of the audience, we expect that you… Wash or sanitize your hands frequently. If you are experiencing symptoms of illness, consider wearing a mask or staying safely home until you recover. Silence cellular phones and other noise-making devices during the show. Do not record audio or video for any purpose during the show.
OUR OFFERINGS & POLICIES For persons in need of hearing reinforcement, infrared headsets are offered free of charge in the Fallon Theatre. Headsets should be reserved through the Fine Arts Ticket Office. There is no charge for this service; however, a driver’s license, major credit card, or other comparable collateral is required in exchange for the duration of use. Guests who use wheelchairs and similar assistive devices will find accessible parking available in the parking garages adjacent to the Fallon, Lab, and Studio Theatres. Wheelchair seating is available at all of our theatres and should be requested when ordering tickets. Patrons should seek the House Staff for assistance upon arrival. Everyone must have a ticket for the event including infants and children in laps. If your child is causing a disturbance, please exit to the lobby. Please consult the School of Theatre website's production advisories to determine the appropriateness of a show for the young persons in your party. Restrooms are conveniently located in the lobby area. Smoking is not permitted on the Florida State University campus. There are a variety of ticket packages and discounts available. Theatre parties with friends and business associates may be organized at substantial discounts for groups of ten or more. For group sales information, contact the Fine Arts Ticket Office Manager at 850-644-6500. Hours of operation for the Fine Arts Ticket Office are Monday through Thursday, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Friday, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The Ticket Office will open 60 minutes prior to each performance. Late arrivals will be seated at the discretion of the House Manager. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to performance time to guarantee seating. Guests arriving 15-20 minutes after the start of the performance will not be seated until intermission. Lost and Found articles should be turned in to the House Staff and may be claimed at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, located in the Fine Arts Building. Printed playbills are a reward of joining the Patrons Association. For more information, visit theatre.fsu.edu/participate/patrons-association/
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