In Collaboration with The Waldo Theatre @ Directed by Katie Jacobs Purchasing a house together on the Bowery in the 1950s, three female artists defied societal norms and prioritized their art over traditional roles as wives and mothers. Through interviews with the women, now in their 90s, as well as their grown children, Artists in Residence explores the emotional complexities of being an artist and a parent. A heartfelt celebration of independence, creativity, and the enduring strength of women artists. Learn more about the film here. Event Details: 5:30-6:30 | Reception with light bites 6:30-8 | Film Screening 8-8:30 | Q&A with writer/director Katie Jacobs and Farnsworth Chief Curator Jaime DeSimone. © 2025 | 93 minutes Katie Jacobs is an award-winning director and Emmy-nominated producer best known for House M.D., which she executive produced and co-showran for all nine seasons. Under her leadership, the series became one of the most-watched television shows in the world, earning multiple Emmys, Golden Globes, a Peabody, and an AFI Award. She also directed several acclaimed episodes, including the WGA Award-winning two-hour SEASON 6 premiere “Broken.” A graduate of NYU’s MFA Film program, Katie began her career as an assistant before quickly becoming an exclusive producer for MGM and later producing films for Alan J. Pakula, Lasse Hallström and Carl Reiner. Known for spotting talent, she gave early TV roles to Hugh Laurie, Olivia Wilde, Viola Davis, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Andre Braugher. Other awards include a Humanitas Prize and a Gracie Award for Outstanding Director. Cost: $25; $20 for Farnsworth members; $15 for Access Registrants Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live
