What is Anjelah Johnson-Reyes' directorial debut special called?

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes' directorial debut special is called "Ugly Baby."

What themes does Anjelah Johnson-Reyes' "Ugly Baby" special explore?

The "Ugly Baby" special explores themes of fertility, pregnancy, postpartum life, relationships, and generational shifts.

Where was Anjelah Johnson-Reyes' "Ugly Baby" special filmed?

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes' "Ugly Baby" special was filmed at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles.

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Anjelah Johnson-Reyes' Raw Motherhood Journey

27 Apr

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Summary

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes directs her debut special, Ugly Baby.
The special explores her journey into motherhood in her 40s.
It was filmed during two sold-out shows at Los Angeles' El Rey Theatre.

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes' Raw Motherhood Journey

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes steps behind the camera for her directorial debut with "Ugly Baby," a self-produced and self-financed comedy special. The show centers on her personal journey into motherhood in her forties, candidly addressing struggles with fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum experiences.

Filmed across two sold-out shows at the historic El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles, "Ugly Baby" is a co-production between Johnson-Reyes' Laugh On Beat and 800 Pound Gorilla. The special touches on universal themes such as relationships and generational shifts.