
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
Jay Garneras Corporate Executive
Barbara Hersheyas Call Girl
Eileen Brennanas Millworker
Rita Morenoas Waitress
Matt Landersas Fireman
Jennifer Warnesas Singer "Millworker" (voice)
Barry Bostwickas Steelworker
Scatman Crothersas Parking Attendant
Vernee Watsonas Secretary
Barbara Barrieas Schoolteacher
Edie McClurgas Switchboard Operator
Studs Terkelas Self - Host
James Tayloras Trucker
Lynne Thigpenas Telephone Operator
Mark Neelyas Salesman
Gilmer McCormickas Grape-buying Woman
Charles Haidas Gas Man
Beth Howlandas Housewife
Billy Jayneas Newsboy
Didi Connas Receptionist
Charles Durningas Retired Man
Patti LaBelleas Cleaning Woman
David Patrick Kellyas Copyboy
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