Working

July 2-27, 2008

Lyrics by Craig Carnelia, James Taylor, Micki Grant, Stephen Schwartz and Susan Birkenhead
Music by Craig Carnelia, James Taylor, Mary Rodgers, Micki Grant and Stephen Schwartz
Book by Nina Faso and Stephen Schwartz
Based on the book Working by Studs Terkel
Directed by Matthew Decker

Synopsis

From the composer of WICKED comes a musical about the hopes, dreams, and fears of the American worker. Based on Studs Terkel's best-selling book of interviews, Working paints a vivid portrait of the men and women the world so often overlooks: the schoolteacher, parking lot attendant, office worker, waitress, trucker, fireman, housewife, and even the CEO. In this reimagined production, Theatre Horizon holds a mirror up to our own community - and the workers who shape our local landscape. Featuring 6 actors playing 26 roles and a rock-and-roll score including songs by James Taylor, Working is a thrilling ride through the lives of everyday heroes that's simply impossible to forget.

This production will be performed in the beautiful, state-of-the-art theatre of the Upper Merion Middle School at 450 Keebler Road, King of Prussia.
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PLEASE NOTE: WORKING is recommended for Ages 13 and up due to some mature content.

The Philadelphia Inquirer says...

WENDY ROSENFIELD
“… bright narrative and musical moments shine”

GENE D’ALESSANDRO
“Since its inception four years ago, Theatre Horizon has tried to give voice to its audience base...”

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The Montgomery Ticket says...

'Working' fires up patriotism, empathy for the working class
MATT BURNS
“A trip to the theater is generally one's chance to be entertained by the great storytellers of the stage. For the first time on Theatre Horizon's stage, the story they tell is yours.”

The Main Line Times says...

Musical salutes the working stiff
JAMES RUTTER

“these actors, though earning little more pay than each night's applause, clearly enrich their community. If every enterprise had the energy and spirit of this production, the statistics on job satisfaction and productivity would certainly rise...a spirited production”

Creative Team

Director
Matt Decker

Assistant Director
Craig Getting

Stage Manager
Stephanie Cook

Asst. Stage Manager
Elena Camp

Musican Director
Peter Hilliard

Choreographer
Joe Cicala

Set Designer
Dan Soule

Lighting Designer
Joshua Schulman

Costume Designer
Regina Rizzo

Sound Designer
Steven P. Nemphos

Graphic Designer
Patrick Doran

Production Manager
Pat Sabato

Production Assistant
Jess Pfeffer

Technical Director
Simon Harding