
Working
Working
Release: 1982-04-13·Runtime: 89m·★ 3.5
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This musical adaptation of the Studs Terkel book examines the average worker's viewpoint--showing that he or she is anything but average. Based on a series of interviews with real working people--construction workers, waitresses, firemen, secretaries, and cleaning women, Working is both an exploration of the individuals' occupations and a lament for lost hopes and dreams.
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Thirteen
KCET
Broadway Theatre Archive
Cast
Scatman Crothersas Parking Attendant
Vernee Watsonas Secretary
Billy Jayneas Newsboy
Eileen Brennanas Millworker
Lynne Thigpenas Telephone Operator
Studs Terkelas Self - Host
Beth Howlandas Housewife
Barbara Hersheyas Call Girl
Edie McClurgas Switchboard Operator
Matt Landersas Fireman
Mark Neelyas Salesman
Jay Garneras Corporate Executive
Charles Haidas Gas Man
James Tayloras Trucker
Didi Connas Receptionist
David Patrick Kellyas Copyboy
Jennifer Warnesas Singer "Millworker" (voice)
Barry Bostwickas Steelworker
Barbara Barrieas Schoolteacher
Rita Morenoas Waitress
Charles Durningas Retired Man
Patti LaBelleas Cleaning Woman
Gilmer McCormickas Grape-buying Woman
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