Women On The Net, Women On A Roll

KAREN WILLIAMS:
I HAD TO LAUGH

Karen Williams burst onto the San Francisco Bay Area comedy circuit in the early 1980s. As the country’s first openly lesbian Black comic to use specifically lesbian material, Karen’s humor was unlike any other. A feminist and LGBTQ+ rights activist, Williams became known for her quick repartee and insightful commentary. But while her popularity as a performer grew, off-stage she was a single mom, struggling to raise her children. In 1988, Karen founded the HaHa Institute, dedicated to helping others find healing through humor.

Award-winning director Andrea Meyerson brings Karen Williams' story to the screen, covering her hard-fought battle to break into male-dominated comedy clubs and the joy that has guided her through it all. Rarely-seen vintage performance footage woven together with interviews from family members and industry colleagues—including Kate Clinton, Marga Gomez, and Diane Amos, as well as Karen herself—reveal the life of this amazingly creative and prolific woman.

Running Time: 72 minutes

MOVIE NIGHT:
LAUGHING MATTERS...MORE!
Thursday, September 3
5:00 PM (PT), 7:00 PM (CT), 8:00 PM (ET)
Approximate Duration: 75 minutes

Join us for the 20th Anniversary Screening of LAUGHING MATTERS...MORE.

Film Synopsis
Filmmaker Andrea Meyerson captures the enormous talent of Elvira Kurt, Vickie Shaw, Rene Hicks, and Sabrina Matthews in the award-winning sequel to LAUGHING MATTERS.

Using a "reality" approach to showcase the comics, the film captures their hilarious on-stage performances as well as their wild and witty off-stage personas. Behind-the scenes footage, one-on-one interviews, and recurring segments captures the four comics in spontaneous and improvised discourse.

Running Time: 73 minutes

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CINEMA SOIREE:
THE FAVOURITE
Wednesday, September 9
5:00 PM (PT), 7:00 PM (CT), 8:00 PM (ET)
Approximate Duration: 60 minutes

Set in early 18th-century England, The Favourite finds a frail Queen is subtly controlled by her confidante Lady Sarah. That is until the arrival of Sarah's destitute cousin Abigail shows up and sparks a manipulative rivalry for the Queen's favour. The film offers a sharp mix of historical drama and absurdist comedy, showcasing opulent yet claustrophobic visuals and biting social commentary.

It features powerhouse performances from Olivia Colman, Rachel Weisz, and Emma Stone, with Colman's role winning her an Oscar. Critically acclaimed for its direction, screenplay, and rich character work, it is regarded as one of the best films of the 21st century.

Please Note: Much like a book club, this "movie club" event will be more enjoyable if you watch the film before attending. This film is available on many streaming platforms.

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OPEN MIC
Sunday, September 13
5:00 PM (PT), 7:00 PM (CT), 8:00 PM (ET)
Approximate Duration: 60 minutes

Karaoke Kelli will emcee this fun and unique gathering, perfect for performers and spectators alike!

You can sing (karaoke, acapella, or with an instrument), perform stand-up or spoken word, recite poetry, play an instrument, lip-sync, dance, act out a scene, read a short story, or share any type of performance in a safe space with an encouraging audience. You’ll have a safe space and encouraging audience.

Or just kick back in the Zoom Lounge and enjoy the entertainment!

So, what are you waiting for? Start rehearsing!

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LITERARY LESBIANS BOOK CLUB:
ATMOSPHERE by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Tuesday, September 29
5:00 PM (PT), 7:00 PM (CT), 8:00 PM (ET)
Approximate Duration: 60 minutes

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK

A historical fiction novel about a female astronaut navigating NASA's Space Shuttle program in the 1980s. From the author of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and Daisy Jones & The Six comes an epic new novel set against the backdrop of the 1980s space shuttle program about the extraordinary lengths we go to live and love beyond our limits.

Fast-paced, thrilling, and emotional, Atmosphere is Taylor Jenkins Reid at her best: transporting readers to iconic times and places, creating complex protagonists, and telling a passionate and soaring story about the transformative power of love—this time among the stars.

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