For nearly four decades, I’ve been a stand-up comedian. I began honing my craft in 1978, inching out into the spotlight on clubs’ amateur nights.Read More
Born with cerebral palsy, Geri Jewell inspired a generation of young people when she became the first person with a disability…Read More
Since 1993
Geri Jewell
An award winning author, performer and motivational speaker, Geri Jewell received worldwide recognition being the first person with a disability to be cast in a prime-time series, NBC’s The Facts of Life. A role model for millions of people with disabilities and LGBT youth, she has had many television appearances, and earned Emmy consideration as “Jewel” in HBO’s Deadwood. Geri’s critically-acclaimed autobiography, I’m Walking as Straight as I Can, is an honest and bold account of her life.
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A benefit reading of Amy Herzog’s MARY JANE Saturday, March 15, 2025 7:00 PM 10:00 PM Thymele Arts – Shirley Dawn Room5481 Santa Monica Blvd
The Artist’s Space & Untamed Artists LA present a reading of Amy Herzog’s play Mary Jane to benefit the Service Center for Independent Life, a vital organization that provides disaster preparedness and critical resources to individuals with disabilities throughout Los Angeles and beyond. These funds will go towards SCIL’s Disability, Disaster Access & Resources program, which helps prepare seniors and people with disabilities for the next disaster we experience in the Los Angeles area. As Mary Jane navigates both the mundane and the unfathomable realities of caring for Alex, her critically ill young son, she finds herself building a community of women from many walks of life. This reading will mark the first time the ensemble of women surrounding Mary Jane will be played by actresses with disabilities, offering a unique perspective on Mary Jane’s journey as both a caregiver and one who is cared for. Starring Eileen Grubba, Geri Jewell, Lauren ‘Lolo’ Spencer, Lily D. Moore, and Terra Mackintosh as Mary Jane. The reading is directed by Danny Gordon. Following the reading, there will be a conversation with the cast about disability inclusion and equity in the arts and beyond. The conversation will be moderated by David Zimmerman, creator and producer of the “MEET THE BIZ” workshops, which looks to make diversity a common place and bridges the gap between ability and disability. David was honored with the prestigious 2022 SAG AFTRA DISABILITY AWARENESS AWARD by the SAG AFTRA National People with Disabilities (PWD) Committee at the 2022 MEDIA ACCESS AWARDS.
