In June 2012, it was announced that Richards would be playing the part of Franklin Hart, Jr. in the first UK tour production of the Broadway musical, 9 to 5. The tour began at the Manchester Opera House on 12 October 2012. Richards continued to tour the show through 2013.
In June 2012, it was announced that Richards would portray Franklin Hart, Jr. in the initial UK tour production of the musical 9 to 5, which began at the Manchester Opera House on October 12, 2012. Richards remained engaged with the show until 2013.