In an era of Mad Men where glamorizing sexism and misogyny isn't given a second thought, it's no wonder that shows like 9 to 5, based on the 20th Century Fox motion picture, are being produced. True to the plot of the film starring Dolly Parton, Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda, 9 to 5 was turned into a musical with the songs written by Dolly Parton and first produced in 2009. Due to low ticket sales, 9 to 5 only lasted on Broadway six months. Regardless of its unpopularity on Broadway, 9 to 5 began a national tour in 2010. With video cameos by Dolly Parton, catchy songs and a good cast, Tacoma Musical Playhouse embraces the misogynistic world of 9 to 5 with no apologies.

Regardless of the issues with the plot, the redeeming moments of TMP's production were thanks to the actors playing the three main roles of Judy, Doralee and Violet. Each of the women played their roles convincingly and comically, which saved the production from seeming painfully long. Sheri Tipton plays Violet Newstead, a single mom who is tired of being passed over for promotions simply because she is a woman. Brynne Geiszler plays Judy Bernly, a new employee whose husband has left her for his secretary. Cherity Harchis plays Doralee Rhodes, the role originally played by Dolly Parton. Harchis is adorable as a sweet Texan whom everyone misjudges based on her looks and the lies of their boss, Mr. Hart.

Read Joann Varnell's full review of 9 to 5 in Northwest Military's Music & Culture section.

9 TO 5, through June 9, 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave., Tacoma, $20-$29, 253.565.6867