Country music singer Dolly Parton has lived up to her legendary status after her stage adaptation of hit movie 9 To 5 received rave reviews.
The show opened at Los Angeles’ Ahmanson Theatre on Saturday (20Sep08) and went without a hitch after a shaky preview the week before.
Parton was forced to take the stage during the earlier show, singing her classic track I Will Always Love You after a technical glitch caused the musical to grind to a halt.
But critics have praised the icon’s efforts, echoing the audience at the musical’s preview - who were wowed by her relentless attempt to save the show.
A critic from The Hollywood Reporter writes: “The film always was a musical waiting to happen, and Parton has made the most of the opportunity. Her songwriting skills along with her desire to dazzle in whatever she does were made for Broadway…
“Parton (and her collaborators) have done a sensational job.”
9 to 5: The Musical will follow on its run in L.A. at New York’s Marquis Theater next spring
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