Today, Dolly Parton, Danny Nozell, and ATG Productions announced that Dolly: An Original Musical, formerly titled Hello, I’m Dolly, has launched a national casting search “The Search for Dolly,” which will give those chosen a chance to travel to New York to formally audition for a role in the new musical. The musical is searching for performers of all ages to portray Parton at different stages of her incredible life.
In the video released today on social media, Parton said, “We’re looking for talented performers who can capture the spirit of my journey, whether you’re an experienced theater professional or an undiscovered gem with that little special something. So, what are you waiting for? This might be your moment to take center stage and step into the spotlight. Break a leg!”
The production asks that applicants capture a video of them singing one minute of their favorite Dolly Parton song, upload it to the social media account of their choice, and tag #SearchForDolly. In addition, applicants must also fill out the application form on the show’s official website to be fully registered.
For applicants under the age of 18, a parent or guardian can upload a one-minute video of the candidate singing a Parton song to the show’s website and complete the application including granting permission and submitting the candidate’s date of birth.
All applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST on Sunday, January 12, 2025. After the application closing date, the show’s casting team will review all submitted videos with accompanying completed application and invite anyone who they feel could be a part of the cast to participate in the formal audition process in New York City.