RespectAbility Entertainment Professionals Lab, Summer 2023
Isaiah Cane
Isaiah Cane really just loves a good story. That’s why as a WGA member, and RespectAbility Virtual Lab Fellow, he doesn’t think there’s such a thing as a life experience that can’t help produce a compelling narrative. From his experience in Congress, crime reporting, and Special Education, to his OCD and Autism diagnoses, he’s often looking for new ways to sympathize with others and develop a new narrative lens applicable to both reality and fiction.
He adores character-driven stories and considers no idea to be too nuanced or off-the-wall to not deserve a chance. He looks forward to helping showrunners fulfill their vision for impactful and intelligent shows across all genres, as he also pursues ongoing TV development opportunities.
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After an extensive search and interview process, 20 individuals were invited to participate in the Virtual Cohort of RespectAbility’s 2023 Entertainment Lab taking place August 14 – September 21, 2023. This 6-week Lab aims to develop and elevate the talent pipeline of disabled entertainment professionals working behind-the-scenes in television, film, and streaming, while connecting them with industry professionals and creatives. Participants include people with physical, cognitive, sensory, mental health, other disabilities, and multiple disabilities ranging in age from the 20s through the 50s. The Lab is a recipient of The Roddenberry Foundation Impact Award and is made possible with support from The Harnisch Foundation and the Hollywood Foreign Press Association Charitable Trust.
