Last Chance to Catch "9 to 5"

If you're looking for a great Mother's Day gift, you can't go wrong with taking her to see 9 to 5.

Your last chance to catch that musical comedy is today at 2:30 p.m. at the Huntington City Hall auditorium.

I caught last night's performance and had a great time!

It's based on the film that starred Dolly Parton, Lily Tomlin and Dabney Coleman, and the cast does a fantastic job bringing the characters (and the '80s) to life.

Leading the cast is Jane Modlin as Violet, the hard-working executive who's run into the glass ceiling and longs to break through. You don't want to miss her song-and-tap-dance number with "son" Tristan Reynolds.

Jennifer Scott glows as Doralee, generating sex appeal and lots of spirit as the country girl with a heart of gold. Oh, and she's an amazing singer, too!

Alison Smith is wonderful as the mousy Judy, who learns to assert herself - and has the show's most powerful song.

Paul Neace is a wicked delight as Franklin Hart, the boss from Hades who uses even demeaning trick in the book to get his way. He's very funny and nasty at the same time - a real trick for any actor, and one few can accomplish.

The supporting cast is terrific, including Mark Baker as Violet's love interest, Betty Craddock in a funny turn as the office lush, and Ron Short in a number of roles, including an unexpected cameo in one song.

A special comedy award goes to Mary Olson, who steals every scene she's in as the nosy Roz - she's a scream, and her song had the audience howling.

So, a funny show, great songs, outstanding performances - what more could you ask?

So take Mom to City Hall and catch 9 to 5 while you still can - you can thank me later.