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