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Today’s #MotivationalMonday celebrates Tracy Chapm Today’s #MotivationalMonday celebrates Tracy Chapman, singer, songwriter & music sensation. With over 40 years of timeless folk, rock & blues music, hop into a #FastCar and join us in honoring this legendary artist! 🎸🎶 Born in Ohio in 1964, Chapman showed an early love for music, playing guitar & writing her songs by age 8. Due to her parents' divorce & facing bullying and racial discrimination, she became very reserved. Her awareness of issues such as class & racial inequality turned inward, becoming a strong yet contained sense of emotional insight – qualities evident in her music. 💙 Sponsored by ‘A Better Chance,’ Chapman graduated from Wooster School in Connecticut before studying anthropology and African studies at Tufts University in Massachusetts. At Tufts, she maintained her love of music, busking at local spots like Harvard Square. In 1985, Chapman opened for Linda Tillery at Boston’s Strand Theatre. A fellow Tufts student snuck a demo to his father, Charles Koppleman, a music producer and businessman. By 1986, he signed Chapman to SBK Publishing, and in 1987, helped her secure a contract with Elektra Records, which produced her debut album, ‘Tracy Chapman’, within a year to critical acclaim. In the 40 years since, Chapman has released 8 albums and 2 compilations. Nominated for 13 Grammys, she won 4, including 3 for her debut album featuring the beloved hit, ‘Fast Car.’ Although she stepped back from frequent releases and touring in the 2010s, Chapman still appears at select events related to causes she supports—such as human rights and social justice—though she has never sought acclaim for her work at benefit concerts and tribute events. Maintaining a deliberate separation between her private & professional lives has enabled Chapman to redefine the idea of performing with purpose. She does not seek celebrity, excessive fame, or notoriety – instead, she produces work she loves and uses it to drive actionable change in the world we live in. In Tracy’s own words, “I basically try to do what I can.” Ultimately, that’s all any of us can really do – so #LAWTF will keep producing art & trying to do what we can. 🎶💙 #womeninthearts #thestrengthwecarry
On this day, January 19, 2026, we celebrate the le On this day, January 19, 2026, we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. A leader of the Civil Rights Movement, King's impact on United States history will never be forgotten. He played a central role in the fight for racial equality during the 1950s and 1960s. He advocated for nonviolent protest as a powerful tool to challenge segregation and discrimination. King helped lead major moments of the Civil Rights Movement, including the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the Birmingham Campaign, and the 1963 March on Washington, where he delivered his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech. His leadership contributed to the passage of landmark legislation such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, which outlawed segregation and protected voting rights for Black Americans. Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and recommit to the power of storytelling as a force for empathy, visibility, and change. #MLK #MartinLutherKingDay
It’s #MotivationalMonday time! Don’t let those Jan It’s #MotivationalMonday time! Don’t let those January blues drag you down – come & celebrate another amazing woman in the arts. Today’s #spotlight is Emma Myers, an actor, model & rapidly rising star. ✨ Born in Florida in 2002, Emma’s natural creativity was actively encouraged by her family. By age 8, she was doing commercial shoots & auditions, and in 2010, she appeared in her first television roles. Since 2020, Emma has worked non-stop in film & TV. In 2021, she starred as Marie Cody in the Lifetime film ‘Girl in the Basement,’ a true-crime movie based on the experiences of Elisabeth Fritzl. Emma earned praise for her natural, emotionally charged scenes & being able to handle dark material so young. Recently, many fans and critics revisited her performance as Marie, noting it as an early sign of her affinity for emotional realism & serious roles. Emma’s catapult into the spotlight came in 2022, when she exploded onto our screens as the young werewolf, Enid Sinclair, the perfect foil to Jenna Ortega’s Wednesday Addams. The show is one of Netflix’s most-watched of all time, and Emma’s performance as Enid – bright, emotionally open & unapologetically kind – was widely praised for subverting many ‘bubbly sidekick’ stereotypes. Her effortless charm made her an instant fan-favorite. 🖤🕷️ Most recently, she’s also led the cast of ‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’ – adapted from the bestselling YA book series, with its second series expected this Spring. Despite her meteoric rise, Emma receives much admiration for staying grounded, emotionally sincere, and kind and approachable to her co-stars and the public, despite the chaos that can surround such beloved stars. Emma Myers may be young, but she proves that age need not be a barrier to success, nor should it prevent us from knowing who we are & staying true to ourselves. Emma has a gift for portraying characters who balance joy and kindness with strength and emotional intelligence, qualities she herself seems to exude in spades. And whether through her beloved characters or the young woman herself, those are qualities we should all strive to embrace. 💜✨ #womeninthearts #Wednesday #strengthinkindness
LAWTF Circle, HAPPY NEW YEAR! We at LAWTF hope you LAWTF Circle, HAPPY NEW YEAR! We at LAWTF hope you are all off to a great start this New Year! We are delighted to announce that we have exceeded our 2025 Year-End Fundraiser goal. (Our goal was $5000 and we reached over $5200 and counting!) Many thanks to all who contributed in any amount to join us in making it to the finish line! We value each and every one of you. We will earmark your giving for our 2026 programming and performer stipends. We so appreciate your continued support and will name your benefits at the level you have donated. A personal THANK YOU letter with your benefits will follow. If anyone is reading this and has not given (or wants to contribute more!) you can always donate at LAWTF.ORG beyond this Give Lively Crowdfunder in support of our many programs. We look forward to seeing you at our 33rd Annual Festival March 26 – 29, 2026, “THE STRENGTH WE CARRY". We have a powerful, diverse and magical line-up awaiting you this year! #LAWTF #WomenInTheatre #TheStrengthWeCarry #LosAngelesWomensTheatreFestival
✨ CALL FOR NOMINATIONS | LAWTF 2026 AWARDS ✨ 33rd ✨ CALL FOR NOMINATIONS | LAWTF 2026 AWARDS ✨ 33rd Annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival presents "THE STRENGTH WE CARRY" Do you know a woman whose work in theatre embodies "the strength we carry"—through her voice, her vision, her resilience, and her lasting impact? Now is the moment to honor her. We are now accepting nominations for the 2026 Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival Awards, recognizing extraordinary artists and individuals whose contributions reflect courage, integrity, and creative power: 🏆 Eternity Award – Lifetime achievements with a lasting impact on the world of theatre 🏆 Integrity Award – Work grounded in credibility, purpose, and dignity 🏆 Maverick Award – Fearless individuality and self-styled creativity 🏆 Rainbow Award – Championing non-traditional and multicultural theatre 🏆 Infinity Award – Honoring a beloved artist whose legacy continues to inspire ✨ The LAWTF Champagne GALA & Awards Ceremony will take place Thursday, March 26, 2026 📅 Nomination Deadline: January 15, 2026 🔗 Submit your nomination via the form in our Linktree (link in bio!) Help us uplift the women whose stories, artistry, and leadership reflect "THE STRENGTH WE CARRY"—and whose voices deserve to be celebrated on our stage. 💜 The Strength We Carry 💜 #LAWTF #LAWTF2026 #TheStrengthWeCarry #CallForNominations #WomenInTheatre #HonorHer #TheatreAwards
☀️ WE’RE ALMOST THERE! ☀️ Our sun is rising — and ☀️ WE’RE ALMOST THERE! ☀️ Our sun is rising — and we’re less than $500 away from reaching our $5,000 goal! 💜✨ As we enter the final days of our "Together We Rise" campaign, there is still time to be part of this beautiful moment. If the holidays were full (we get it!), now is your chance to help carry us across the finish line and start the year strong — with hope, momentum, and women’s voices shining bright. Every gift matters. Every supporter counts. Every dollar helps lift women solo artists onto our stage. Our Give Lively remains open through January 9, and this final, joyful push can make all the difference. Imagine what we can do together when our sun reaches the top. ☀️ 🎁 Give today: 🔗 Link in bio | LAWTF.org 📱 Text LAWTF2025 to 44-321 💜 Venmo @LAWTF 📬 PO Box 94, North Hollywood, CA 91603 From all of us at LAWTF — thank you for being part of this mission, this community, and this rise. We can’t wait to welcome you to our Festival March 26–29 and celebrate the power of women’s voices together. ✨ Happy New Year ✨ 💜 Together, We Rise 💜
HappyNewYear to all our LAWTF family! It’s time fo HappyNewYear to all our LAWTF family! It’s time for the first #MotivationalMonday of 2026! Today, we honor a woman widely considered one of the greatest writers of her generation – Toni Morrison. Born in 1931, Morrison grew up in Ohio. Her parents would sing songs, recount histories & tell folktales to their children, stressing the value of showing love, respect & understanding of Black culture. This sparked a deep love of language, which Morrison would carry with her forever. By 1955, Toni had earned a BA in English from Howard University and an MA from Cornell, receiving an education rooted in both Black culture and Western literature—foundations she would later challenge & reshape through her own work. Morrison taught at Texas Southern University before returning to teach at her alma mater, Howard. She later joined Princeton University as a professor in 1989. Beginning in the 60s, Toni also spent around 15 years as an editor at Random House while continuing her own writing. As an editor, Morrison aimed to challenge the publishing industry, which often marginalized Black writers & voices. She actively sought out & championed work by writers of color & fought to bring Black political, cultural & intellectual work to a major commercial publisher—unaware at the time that her own writing would transform the landscape for Black authors. In her career, Morrison wrote 11 novels, with her debut, ‘The Bluest Eye,’ published in 1970, marking the beginning of her remarkable impact. Praised for merging oral tradition, song & Black vernacular into her writing, she received a Pulitzer Prize in 1988. In 1993, she received the Nobel Prize in Literature, recognized for her ‘visionary force.’ President Obama honored her in 2012 with the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her influence on American literature & culture. Although Toni Morrison passed away in 2019, her life & legacy remain an inspirational testament to what you can achieve and the impact it can have on future generations. LAWTF strives for innovation & progress in all that we do and will continue this resolution as we enter a new year of opportunities and celebration. #tonimorrison#womeninthearts#womenwriters
☀️ THANK YOU, HERO DONORS! ☀️ Because of your gene ☀️ THANK YOU, HERO DONORS! ☀️ Because of your generosity, our sun is rising — and we are so close to the top. To everyone who gave to our Together We Rise end-of-year campaign: thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your support uplifts women’s voices, fuels mentorship, and keeps our stage lit for solo artists who need to be seen and heard. ✨ We’re just $600 away from our $5,000 goal! ✨ If the holidays moved fast and you didn’t get a chance to give, this is your moment. Our Give Lively remains open through January 9, and every gift — big or small — helps carry us across the finish line. Let’s start the New Year with momentum, hope, and a fully rising sun. ☀️ Your generosity today directly supports our 4-day Festival coming March 26–29 — and the powerful women artists who will take the stage. 🎁 Give now: 🔗 Link in bio | Visit LAWTF.org 📱 Text LAWTF2025 to 44-321 💜 Venmo @LAWTF Mail to: PO Box 94, North Hollywood, CA 91603 Thank you for believing in women’s voices. Thank you for rising with us. 💜 Together, We Rise 💜 #TogetherWeRise #LAWTF #ThankYouDonors #SmallButMighty #SupportWomenArtists #EndOfYearGiving #NewYearMomentum #KeepHerVoiceLoud
✨ We did it—together. ✨ Our Sun Thermometer has of ✨ We did it—together. ✨ Our Sun Thermometer has officially risen past $4,000, and we are overflowing with gratitude. Every single donor, every pledge, every act of belief in women’s voices has helped carry us here. As we step into the new year, your generosity lights the way forward for women solo artists and the stories that must be told. If you’re still planning to give or pledged your support, our Give Lively is still open, and you can always donate at LAWTF.org. Thank you for being part of our rising sun. 🌞 🔗 in bio LAWTF.ORG PO BOX 94, North Hollywood, CA 91603 Venmo @LAWTF
✨🎆 Happy New Year from the Los Angeles Women’s The ✨🎆 Happy New Year from the Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival! 🎆✨ As the clock counts down and the sky fills with gold, we are bursting into 2026 with momentum, enthusiasm, hope, and excitement for all that lies ahead. This new year shines with possibility—with bold stories waiting to be told, brave voices ready to rise, and creative sparks that will light up our stages and our community. We are stepping into 2026 energized and inspired, and we cannot wait to share what’s coming next. Mark your calendars: March 26–29, 2026. Our Annual Festival returns to North Hollywood, welcoming a vibrant, diverse group of women solo artists—storytellers, dancers, singers, performers, and truth-tellers—from near and far. It will be a celebration of courage, creativity, and connection you won’t want to miss. Tonight, as the fireworks glow and a new chapter begins, we raise a glass to all of you—our artists, audiences, supporters, and community. Thank you for rising with us, believing in us, and helping keep women’s voices shining bright. ✨ Here’s to new beginnings. ✨ Here’s to bold art and shared joy. ✨ Here’s to us—Rising Together in 2026! #HappyNewYear #Hello2026 #TogetherWeRise #LAWTF #WomenInTheArts #NewBeginnings #FestivalCountdown #KeepHerVoiceLoud
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