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Dolly Parton

Birth Place: Sevierville, Tennessee, USA

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An internationally renowned superstar, the iconic and irrepressible Dolly Parton has contributed countless treasures to the world of entertainment. Achieving 25 RIAA certified gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards, Dolly has had 25 songs reach No. 1 on the Billboard Country charts, a record for a female artist. Dolly has garnered 7 Grammy Awards, 10 Country Music Association Awards, 5 Academy of Country Music Awards, 3 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS and is one of only five female artists to win the Country Music Association's Entertainer of the Year Award.

Making her film debut in the 1980 hit comedy "9 to 5," Dolly earned rave reviews for her performance and an Oscar nomination for writing the title tune, along with her second and third Grammy Awards. Roles in "Steel Magnolias," "Best Little Whorehouse in Texas," "Rhinestone," and "Straight Talk" followed. Dolly saw a cherished dream become a reality in 1986 with the opening of her own theme park, Dollywood, in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

She has her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and in 2004, the U.S. Library of Congress
presented her with their Living Legend Award for her contribution to the cultural heritage of the United States. In December 2015, more than 13 million tuned into "Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors" and was the most-watched film on broadcast networks since May 2012.

Parton wrote the score (and Patricia Resnick the book) for 9 to 5: The Musical, a musical-theater adaptation of Parton's feature film 9 to 5 (1980). The musical ran at the Ahmanson Theatre, Los Angeles in late 2008. It opened on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre in New York City, on April 30, 2009.

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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2009 - Best Original Score

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Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Lyrics

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Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Music

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Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Dolly Parton, 9 to 5: The Musical

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Kappella Kyrie Slavic Chamber Choir to Present Alleluia CD Release Concert


In celebration of their first recording, Kappella Kyrie Slavic Chamber Choir will present Alleluia CD Release Concert at St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral.

Country Artist Kathleen Fee Releases Second Single 'The Morning After the Night Before'


Country artist Kathleen Fee released her second single, THE MORNING AFTER THE NIGHT BEFORE, an anthem for the wild-hearted.

Review: 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL at Chagrin Valley Little Theatre


9 to 5:  The Musical is a theatre piece based on the 1980 hit film, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and a book by Patricia Resnick.  It is now on stage at Chagrin Valley Little Theatre.

New Paradigm Theatre Chooses Three Literacy Nonprofit Community Partners For Production of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY


New Paradigm Theatre has chosen three community nonprofits that echoes the themes in their upcoming live theatre production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Actors Theatre Of Indiana Announces 9 TO 5, SHE LOVES ME And More For 2024-2025 Season


Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Actors Theatre of Indiana with four spectacular musicals for the 2024-2025 season.

Renee Rap, Laufey, Janelle Monáe, & More Headline 10th Anniversary of All Things Go Festival


All Things Go Festival 2024 has announced its 10th-anniversary edition, with headliners Laufey, who will be accompanied by The Kennedy Center Orchestra, Hozier, and Reneé Rapp as well as Bleachers, Janelle Monáe, Conan Gray, Chappell Roan and more. They will be performing at the legendary Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD on Saturday, September. 28th, and Sunday, September 29th. Tickets will be available on Friday, April 19th @ 10 am ET.

STEEL MAGNOLIAS Comes to Steel Beam Theatre


Steel Beam Theatre will present the heartwarming comedy-drama, Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling. Directed by Pat Henderson, this production promises a delightful evening of laughter, tears, and Southern charm.

Full Cast and Creative Team Set For UK Tour of HERE YOU COME AGAIN


The full cast and creative team has been announced for the UK premiere of Here You Come Again. The show receives its UK premiere in Leeds this spring, where it runs from Saturday 11 May to Saturday 8 June ahead of a major UK tour.

The Love Show NYC's GL'AMOUR! Returns To The Slipper Room


The Love Show NYC will present Gl'Amour! at The Slipper Room on Wednesday, April 24th at 7:30pm.

9 TO 5 Comes to Slippery Rock University Theatre This Month


9 TO 5 comes to Slippery Rock University Theatre this month. Performances of '9 to 5' will be April 19 and 20 at 7:30pm; April 21 at 2pm in the Performing Arts Center, Miller Theater.

Sierra Madre Playhouse Announces Diverse Slate Of Programs For Fall 2024


Explore the diverse slate of programs at SIERRA MADRE PLAYHOUSE this Fall 2024. From drama to comedy, there's something for every theater enthusiast.

9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL Comes to Lakewood Theatre Company


Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5: the Musical will open at Lakewood Theatre Company April 26 and continues through June 9, 2024.

Global Superstar Dolly Parton To Publish New Children's Picture Book BILLY THE KID COMES HOME FOR CHRISTMAS


Dolly Parton partners with Penguin Young Readers to publish a new children's picture book featuring Billy the Kid, a French Bulldog.

Interview: Klea Blackhurst Brings Broadway History to Life at Chelsea Table + Stage


Singer Klea Blackhurst has long been doing tribute shows rich in song and Broadway history. Now, starting this Sunday, April 14th at 7 pm, Blackhurst will be revisiting each of these shows in a season-long series of “The Box Set” at Chelsea Table + Stage, starting this Sunday with “Autumn in New York: Vernon Duke’s Broadway.”

Dolly Parton to Release Sequel to Children's Book BILLY THE KID MAKES IT BIG


Billy the Kid returns! On October 1, 2024, Penguin Young Readers will publish Dolly Parton’s Billy the Kid Comes Home for Christmas, a new, standalone sequel to Parton’s New York Times bestselling picture book, Dolly Parton’s Billy the Kid Makes It Big. Featuring Dolly’s beloved god-dog and inspired by her song ‘Comin’ Home for Christmas’, this hilarious and heart-warming tale about the true meaning of Christmas.

Steel Beam Theatre Announces Cast For STEEL MAGNOLIAS


Discover the newly announced cast for the Steel Beam Theatre's Chicagoland production of STEEL MAGNOLIAS.

LITTLE MISS PERFECT World Premiere & More Set for Olney Theatre 2024-25 Season


Olney Theatre has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring the world premiere of Little Miss Perfect and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Ryan Scott Oliver & Lindsay Mendez's ACTOR THERAPY to Play 54 Below This Month


Featuring an incredible cast of talented performers and a wide range of musical styles, from pop to Golden Age Broadway to contemporary musical theatre (and everything in between) this memorable evening will be hosted by Actor Therapy‘s Managing Director Mathieu Whitman (he/him) with musical director Jason Wetzel (he/him) at the piano.

Performers Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch Return To Bemelmans Bar At The Carlyle


Catch the latest performances by Jim Caruso and Billy Stritch at Bemelmans Bar.

Video: Dolly Parton Reimagines Tom Petty's 'Southern Accents'


Dolly Parton’s reimagined version of her friend and fellow Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Tom Petty’s “Southern Accents,” from the forthcoming Petty Country: A Country Music Celebration of Tom Petty, is out today.

Dolly Parton FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Dolly Parton written?

Dolly Parton has written 1 shows including 9 to 5: The Musical (Composer).

What awards has Dolly Parton been nominated for?

Dolly Parton has been nominated for several awards for her work on the Broadway musical "9 to 5: The Musical." These nominations include Best Original Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards, Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards, and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards.

What awards has Dolly Parton won?

Dolly Parton has won the Best Original Score award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "9 to 5: The Musical."

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