Working: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Working features a collection of songs that portray the lives of people in different professions. From construction workers to office employees, we are introduced to a wide range of characters as they share their unique stories. Working explores the hopes, dreams, and challenges of everyday Americans as they navigate their jobs and strive for a sense of purpose and fulfillment.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Late 20th Century (1977)
Format: Revue
Setting: USA (Various)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Adaptation: Stephen Schwartz
Music/Lyrics: Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mary Rodgers, Susan Birkenhead, James Taylor
Adaptation: Nina Faso
Based On: Working: People Talk About What They Do All Day➝ by Studs Terkel
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1978)➝
Licensing
Working is available to license through Music Theatre International.
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Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1970s, Based on a Book, Black Artists, Country, Folk, Non-Linear, One-Act, One-Word, Pop, Revue, Soul, Work
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Last Reviewed: April 14, 2026