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