It’s notoriously difficult to pursue art as a career, but plenty of people do. Their stories might surprise you. They might also help you decide whether you will be most happy pursuing your art as a career, a side hustle, or a hobby. (Artistic Careers is a rebrand of the Entrepreneurs & Artists podcast.)
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Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Jennifer Manocherian is an experienced Broadway and off-Broadway producer, musical book writer, screenwriter, and film producer. Now, in her 80s, with the release of her first novel Alpha Bette, she adds "published author" to her list of credentials. On this episode, Jennifer takes us on a journey through her career, including stories from her pivot from therapy and divorce mediation into theater production, writing and producing films, and finally, putting pen to paper and writing her first novel. It’s a story that reminds us: Some dreams get better with age.
Jennifer Manocherian: https://jennifermanocherian.net/
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More conversations on film and theater careers:
- Grant Kirkhope on Building a Career as a Composer & The Drive To Keep Improving (ep. 24)
- Elana Fishbein on Improv Performance, Psychological Safety, & Becoming a Better Communicator (ep. 6)
- Rob Grabow on What Drives Us as Creatives & Tips for Noticing When You Need To Slow Down (ep. 3)
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This show is hosted by Tiffany Aurora: https://tiffanyaurora.com
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