9 to 5, the Musical, The Pleasance Theatre, Edinburgh Preview:

Edinburgh University Footlights theatre company mark there thirty sixth year with their 2025 production of the 2008 smash hit musical 9 to 5 based on the original 1980 motion picture that sent Dolly Parton’s career into the stratosphere.

Take a seat in the office of Consolidated Industries, where alongside the tapping of typewriters and buzz of the answering machine, three female co-workers plot their revenge against their sexist, egotistical boss. Office veteran Violet, newcomer Judy, and Texan cowgirl Doralee have dealt with the antics of Franklin Hart Jr. for too long. Through camaraderie, a kidnapping plan, and a whole cupful of ambition, will the ladies fulfil their wildest dreams and change the office for the better? Or will an unexpected visit from the CEO turn the tables once again? 9 to 5 The Musical is inspired by the classic 80s film starring Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin, and features a toe-tapping score from Dolly Parton herself. This feel-good musical comedy is full of mischief and wit, where a touch of office sabotage might be just the trick to get business back in order. After all, revenge tastes better than coffee sweetener!

Founded in 1989, Edinburgh University Footlights is a student-run musical theatre group that produces three large scale productions every year. Over the years, Footlights has gone from strength to strength, Recent productions have included Pippin (2024), Guys and Dolls (2024), Bohemia (2023) and Company (2022).

9 to 5 marks a change in creative direction for the company as it embraces a light hearted musical  that puts comedy at its heart and the team at the Footlights are promising a spectacular show in the surroundings of the Universities own Pleasance Theatre which has recently undergone a major renovation to not just the theatre but the wider Pleasance Campus.

With a catchy score, fabulous choreography and true camp comedy classic movie at its heart, The Footlights are promising a fabulous evening of musical theatre fun! So be sure to grab those tickets now!

EU Footlights Presents 9 to 5 the Musical, The pleasance Theatre, Edinburgh runs from Tuesday 11^th to Saturday 15^th February for more information and tickets go to: 9 to 5 The Musical tickets on Tuesday 11 Feb | Edinburgh University Footlights | FIXR