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