Desert Stages Theatre - Youth/Teen Production AUDITION FORM - 9 to 5 JR - Co/Directed and Co/Choreographed by Kara Armstrong And Ava Sandifer

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SHOW SYNOPSIS - described by MTI

Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and empowerment in the Rolodex era has a message for today.

Although coworkers Violet, Judy and Doralee are as different as could be, they have one thing in common: their bully of a boss, Mr. Hart, makes their lives miserable. Together, they concoct a plan to liberate their office from his reign. In a hilarious turn of events, the trio gives their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down.

9 to 5 JR. is about teamwork and finding the courage to stand up for what’s right. Through Dolly Parton’s catchy score and a story filled with humor, young performers explore collaboration as a way to create change. This musical is a joyful reminder that you can take care of business with the support of those around you.

Run Dates: Friday, December 18 - Sunday, December 20, 2026

AUDITION AGE: AGES 10-18

***Audition Prep Class, Auditions, Callbacks, Rehearsals will be at:

Saint Anthony on the Desert

12990 E Shea Blvd

Scottsdale, AZ 85259

Performance will be at:

AZ Opera

1636 N Central Ave

Phoenix, AZ

AUDITION PREP CLASS:

Wednesday, September 30th and Thursday, October 1st from 5:00 - 7:00 pm

TWO AUDITION OPTIONS FROM WHICH TO CHOOSE:

AUDITION OPTION 1
IN PERSON AUDITIONS:
Saturday, October 3, 2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm

CLICK THE LINK TO SIGN UP FOR YOUR TIME SLOT:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084CA8AF2BA6FF2-65796612-9to5

AUDITION OPTION 2

VIDEO AUDITION:

Please submit your video audition by Saturday, October 3rd by 12:00 pm

Send video to auditions@desertstages.org

What needs to be on your video is below.

Please be prepared for your in-person/video audition with the following:
• Headshot and Resume
• A 16-32 bar of a Musical Number in the style of the show. Please bring a backing track preloaded to your phone/device. A speaker and cables/adapters will be available for digital accompaniment.

CALLBACKS, Sunday, October 4th at 5:00 pm (by invitation only)

First rehearsal (subject to change): Monday, October 19, 2026

Parent Meeting: Monday, October 19, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE (rehearsal times and dates may vary )
Monday 5:30-8:30pm
Tuesday 5:30-8:30pm

Wednesday, 5:30-8:30pm
Thursday 5:30-8:30pm

Saturday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

SHOW DATES:

Friday, December 18, 7:00pm
Saturday, December 19, 2:00pm
Saturday, December 19, 7:00pm

Sunday, December 20, 2:00 pm

$200 PRODUCTION FEE per actor, due at Orientation.
We ask that you sell 10 TICKET SALES per actor

Note: Desert Stages Theatre is dedicated to never turning away any actors due to their financial situation. Scholarships are available to ensure all actors can participate.

Each performer and production team member will be asked to abide by rules of Desert Stages Theatre
Each performer will be asked to help promote this DST show.
Show communications will be through SLACK
Parent are encouraged to volunteer to help with the production. More information will be communicated.

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN - Actors of all races, ethnicities, sizes, abilities, and genders (conforming and non-conforming) are highly encouraged to audition. What role(s) are you interested in?
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VIOLET NEWSTEAD - Has worked at Consolidated for fifteen years, and she knows the ropes. Ambitious, capable, and professional, Violet has her sights set on a promotion, even as she navigates the challenges of being a single mom.

DORALEE RHODES - A warm, personable “country gal” who wants to make friends in the office but doesn’t realize that Mr. Hart is spreading rumors about her. Doralee prefers to turn the other cheek but isn’t afraid to stand up for herself and others.

JUDY BERNLY - A meek housewife who is stepping outside her comfort zone by entering the working world. Though Judy lacks confidence and struggles to control her emotions when she begins at Consolidated, by the end of the show, she is a force to be reckoned with.

FRANKLIN HART - The worst kind of boss. He’s pompous, belittles his employees, and takes credit for other people’s work.

ROZ KEITH - Mr. Hart’s loyal assistant. Though she carries a torch for her boss, she keeps it professional, preferring to spy on the other Employees and report their behavior to stay on his good side.

DWAYNE - Doralee’s husband. He’s a sweetheart who adores Doralee and is supportive of her career choices.

MARIA DELGADO - A young, vibrant secretary at Consolidated. She’s angry when Mr. Hart unfairly fires her but happy to return to the company under Violet’s leadership.

JOSH - Violet’s teenage son.

KATHY - The office gossip. She means no ill will; she just likes to keep ahead of the office goings-on – and is secretly passing information along to Mr. Tinsworthy.

MARGARET - The office warhorse, has seen it all. She’s unflappable and all too willing to jump on board with Violet’s leadership.

MISSY HART - Married to Franklin Hart. She is desperate for a vacation, but she doesn’t succeed in trying to convince her husband to take off work.

BOB ENRIGHT - In the “boy’s club” of Mr. Hart’s Employees, although he isn’t quite comfortable with the hierarchy. He’s all too happy to say goodbye to Mr. Hart at the end of the show and accepts Violet as his superior.

RICK BERNLY - A thoroughly average, middle- aged man, is Judy’s ex-husband. Though he callously leaves her for his secretary, he expects Judy to take him back with open arms – and gets a rude awakening when she’s moved on.

JOE - The office accountant, is on Violet’s side from the start – and not just because he has a crush on her. Joe recognizes that Violet is just as capable and qualified as the male employees at Consolidated, and often more so.

RUSSELL TINSWORTHY - Chairman of the board, has the bearing of an army general. With Kathy’s help, he knows everything that goes on at Consolidated.

ENSEMBLE - Includes Ensemble Soloists 1-4, Men, Employees, and Choir

ANY ROLE

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Actor First Name: *

Actor Last Name: *

Actor Email Address (if applicable): *

Actor Phone (if applicable): *

Parent/Guardian First Name (required for all actors under 18): *

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Parent/Guardian Email address (required for all actors under 18): *

Parent/Guardian Phone: *

Complete Street Address: *

Actor Birthdate: *

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Actor Height: *

T-shirt Size. Each actor will receive one show T-shirt, included with Production Fee. Additional shirts may be ordered for $20 per shirt, and MUST BE ORDERED before 12/1/2025. *

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Adult M

Adult L

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How did you hear about this audition? *

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PHX Stages

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Other:

List prior performance experience (If you do not have a resume) voice, dance, and/or theatrical experiences *

List ALL conflicts occurring from 10/19/2026 - 12/20/2026. Specific times and dates please. It is best to include every possible conflict. We prefer no surprises! NO TECH OR PERFORMANCE CONFLICTS ALLOWED. *

Parents, are you interested in working on special projects related to the show? (check boxes) *

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