Kara Christensen | Screenwriter | Playwright | Game Creator

How did you first get involved with Epiphany Space?
I met Melissa Smith years ago and she told me her dream was to start Epiphany Space. We jumped up and down in her apartment the day the paperwork went through. And early on gathered in her living room. 

From there, I have co-hosted a writer’s group, and write-a-thons, met fabulous friends, wrote and directed a show for Fringe, and created an Escape Room with amazing people behind those doors. The magic of Epiphany and LA, in general, is watching your own and others' dreams go from words to realities.

What creative people or creative works make you say, "I want to do that"?
Amy Sherman-Palladino and her husband, Dan Palladino, write such witty, fast-paced dialogue that also captures the ridiculousness of life. Their work makes me so happy, and I would love to write things that have a similar feel.

A lot of my writing is dialogue heavy. And my writing style is the same thing but called something different in different mediums. It’s farce for stage, sitcoms for TV, and romantic comedy for movies. I’ve produced and directed my writing for the stage.

What are some of the challenges you’ve faced along the way, and how did you deal with them?
I moved to L.A. during a recession and a writer’s strike. So at first getting a job, any job was a struggle. I spent a lot of time praying to make rent, and honestly have lots of stories of God producing last-minute gigs that got me through. So thankful for all the times he provided when I was so certain that it was impossible. Glad to be constantly wrong. :)

Are you working on anything cool or interesting right now? Anything you’d like to tell us about?
I’m always working on something. Right now I’m working on finishing a screenplay. However, I would love to get one of my short plays into the Hollywood Fringe next summer.

Where do you see your creative journey taking you?
My creative interests vary and go in so many directions, I make games, I make stop motions, I write screenplays, I write stage plays, I give feedback on other people’s scripts, and on occasion I build puppets. I would love to have someone take something I’ve written or made and produce, publish, or move it into another step.

What advice would you give to other artists and creatives in your field? Any words of wisdom for those looking to follow in your footsteps?
Keep creating. If you love what you are making then it’s worth it.