Jennifer Berry
I am a writer and creator who dives into the personal and political aspects of women’s lives: their work; their families; and their friendships.
(Please see previous pages for press and credits. However, here are a few new projects and recent updates.)
My feature film “The Exchange” was released in 2020 on Amazon. It was the opening short film at The Madrid International Film Festival. It was also honored at the Hollywood Reel Film Festival and The LA Women’s in February 2020.
My children’s book “The Prayer Box” is on Amazon but I would prefer you to get it at Once Upon A Time bookstore: the oldest children’s bookstore in America.. Or contact me directly.
My hit play “Ojalá” had it’s world premiere at Casa 0101 in 2010. Then in 2019 “Ojalá” was optioned as a screenplay.
My play "The Maid's Daughters" was a finalist at Eugene O'Neill Theater Conference in 2016 & 2017..
I recently received mentorship from Jerry Rees in the area of trans-media, virtual reality, and themed based storytelling for theme park and museum attractions. Under Mr. Rees's guidance, I created a theme based, experience entertainment virtual piece for kids with visual impairments.
My work has been featured in Ms. Magazine, HowlRound, and several other feminist publications.
I am a proud member of The Playwrights Union, a network of L.A. Playwrights writing for theater, television and film and also part of Antaeus Theater Company.
Other points of interest:
I am a WomenStudies Professor Gender & Women Studies @ CSUN.
A former radio host/writer/creator on KPCC 89.3 hit show Zócalo.
The mother of fourteen year old twins.
And I occasionally work as a gray haired model (not totally gray yet). My agency is Celebrate The Gray for the 45 -99 age female!