Dolly Parton is set to make her pick for who would play her in the upcoming Broadway play Dolly: An Original Musical. She announced the online audition on her social media, asking those interested to send their videos or post them with the #SearchForDolly hashtag ahead of the casting.
Dolly is open to talents from varying backgrounds, whether pursuing their dreams from a humble background or having already established a career in theater. “I want to give you the chance to help me bring my story to Broadway. And maybe even play me!” she noted.
Dolly Parton impersonator Kelly O’Brien goes viral for her audition video
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Dolly’s announcement was met with submissions from several talents hoping for a shoot at playing the singer. A certain Dolly Parton impersonator stood out from the rest with her uncanny portrayal of the 78-year-old. Kelly O’Brien from Hertfordshire, England, nailed her Dolly character, complete with the East Tennessee accent, despite being British.
Kelly’s social media following is going through the roof, as fans have to remember that she is not Dolly while watching her in her element. She wore her dramatic blonde hair, red lipstick, and long, colorful nails just like Dolly would. Even her physical stature was similar to Dolly’s, with a full bust and slender body.
Dolly Parton’s doppelgänger steals the spotlight
This may be the Dolly Parton impersonator’s big moment as she not only has the looks and accent, but she can also sing. She performed impressively in Dolly’s “Blue Smoke” while wearing a sparkly blue bodycon dress, and she clicked her fingers to the beat in true Dolly fashion.
@thedollyshowtribute As promised here is my second song! #BlueSmoke Just 15 more songs to record before I submit my favourite to #Dolly and her team for @dollymusical #searchfordolly is just an wonderful opportunity for me to perform some of Dolly’s best songs! She is so amazing! 🤩 #dollyparton #dollypartontribute #dollypartonimpersonator ♬ original sound – Kelly O’Brien
She initially posted a video in another Dolly Parton-themed nude-colored dress, singing “Here You Come Again.” Fans are rooting for Kelly, and there might just be an uproar if she is not considered for the much-anticipated Broadway musical.