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The Hollywood reporter | With ‘Forever,’ Mara Brock Akil Wanted to Offer an “Apprenticeship Education” for Writers
“Anytime you get a chance to see how all the moving parts work on a set, you know that’s where you want to be,” adds Aquillia “Q” Mikel, who also participated in the Shadow Program.
The Hollywood reporter | Mara Brock akil Expands artist residency for aspiring filmmakers
“I’m proud to be in community with Luis, Aquillia, Aissa and Latasha, all of whom are stellar examples of writers who have the prowess to be powerhouse showrunners, directors and leaders in the next iteration of our fast-changing industry,” [said] Akil.
Deadline | Mara Brock Akil’s Writers’ Colony Announces Cohorts For Spring Residency; Natalie Guerrero Appointed Artistic Director Of The Writers Colony
Previous Writers Colony cohorts included Aissa Rose Gueye, Cliff L. Powell, Aquillia “Q” Mikel, and Ernest Crosby III in the Fall 2023 Cohort.
Post Script: Any mention of Aquillia “Q” Mikel is a reference to my maiden name. She was once me, I promise. :)