“Thank God for television.” Get On Up’s Octavia Spencer on life after her Oscar win.
It’s still a tough road, but women prevail in Hollywood nonetheless.
Lisa McNulty named Artistic Director of Women’s Project Theater. “I can’t wait to come back to an organization that feels like home…”
Screenwriters, be confident and stop overthinking.
Courtney Kemp Agboh, a female showrunner with Power and 50 Cent’s ear.
Girls star Allison Williams’ career takes flight.
Solid career tips for women in improv. Keep the laughs coming, ladies!
— KELLY GLOVER
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