
Working
Working
Release: 1982-04-13·Runtime: 89m·★ 4.8
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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
Charles Haidas Gas Man
Lynne Thigpenas Telephone Operator
Studs Terkelas Self - Host
Scatman Crothersas Parking Attendant
Barbara Hersheyas Call Girl
Eileen Brennanas Millworker
Patti LaBelleas Cleaning Woman
Beth Howlandas Housewife
Rita Morenoas Waitress
Matt Landersas Fireman
David Patrick Kellyas Copyboy
Jennifer Warnesas Singer "Millworker" (voice)
Gilmer McCormickas Grape-buying Woman
Vernee Watsonas Secretary
Jay Garneras Corporate Executive
Billy Jayneas Newsboy
James Tayloras Trucker
Edie McClurgas Switchboard Operator
Didi Connas Receptionist
Charles Durningas Retired Man
Mark Neelyas Salesman
Barry Bostwickas Steelworker
Barbara Barrieas Schoolteacher
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