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WORKING GIRL THE MUSICAL
World Premiere
Music and Lyrics by Cyndi Lauper
Book by Theresa Rebeck
Directed by Christopher Ashley
Based on the 20th Century Fox film written by Kevin Wade
October-December 2025
Mandell Weiss Theatre, La Jolla Playhouse
San Diego, CA.
Tess McGill is a Staten Island secretary with big dreams and even bigger ideas, but when her scheming boss Katharine Parker steals one, Tess decides to take matters into her own hands. With Katharine unexpectedly out of town, Tess seizes the chance to prove herself, making a bold business move that could change her life forever. With some help from her savvy friends and a charming businessman, she’s got one shot to pull it off – before the boss returns!
This sharp and hilarious adaptation of the iconic 1988 film features an exhilarating original score by the legendary Cyndi Lauper, a smart, fresh book from award-winning playwright Theresa Rebeck, and direction by Tony Award winner Christopher Ashley.