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