Tag: women of color
In the Age of #MeToo, I’m Thinking About Yuja Wang
For women classical artists, the glass ceiling is their attire.
How “Mudbound” Smartly Deconstructs the Mammy Myth
No more whitewashing the history of forced black domestic labor under slavery.
Meghan Markle Is More Than “Descended From Slaves”
To say that Markle is descended from slaves on her maternal side, solely, is to deny the truth.
When Will Janet Jackson Get The Respect She Deserves?
A sincere apology to Janet Jackson would be a step in the right direction and a move towards righting a wrong that should never have occurred.
Black Girl In Om: Creating a Space for Women of Color...
In the current climate of our country, self-care is not just helpful; it’s a necessary lifeline.
10 Articles on Gender Parity You Need to Read Right Now
Ten gender parity articles you may have missed over the summer. Grab a cuppa and read.
Why “The Haven” Is a Must-See Web Series
A podcast discussion on "The Haven," a new web series set at a domestic violence shelter.
6 Women Working in the Arts: A Springtime Selection
"Some of my favorite articles lately about women working in different art forms."
Why Nijla Mu’min is a Director to Watch
In this podcast Mu'min discusses her upcoming film Jinn, a Muslim coming-of-age tale.
Catherine Filloux and Poetic Political Theater
The playwright's latest work tackles female ambition, political power and family legacy.
Crowded Fire Leads With Art and Innovation
A woman-led San Francisco theater provoking engagement with complex social issues
Racism Is Why I Didn’t Vote for Bernie Sanders
If you’re fighting oppression because it's convenient, you're not fighting oppression.
Misogynoir and Black Women’s Unpaid Emotional Labor
Too many expect Black women to give time and care for free.
Genres Ripe for Women of Color Protagonists
Maybe one day we'll see a woman of color in the "Star Trek" captain's chair.
New Directions, New Questions About Women Of Color In Theatre
What would you like to discuss about women of color in theatre?
‘Tulpa’ and Healing Through Writing
Writing healed me from a lot of the race and gender trauma I had internalized from a world that hates and fears Black women.
Getting the Hang of Intersectionality
Four questions you can ask yourself to help give you a better grip on applying intersectionality.
Will “Bullets Over Broadway” Shoot Close? Plus Two Blind Items
Sexy boy-toys vs. handsome young companions