Office Ladies The Paper Interviews #4 with Ramona Young & Gbemisola Ikumelo
Aug 29, 2025
Gbemisola Ikumelo, a talented writer and actress known for her role in "The Paper" and work on "A League of Their Own," joins the conversation. She shares insights into her unique journey—from being cast to joining the writers' room. Ramona Young discusses her experiences on set and her prior collaborations with Angela. They explore the evolution of their characters and the significance of community in creative processes. Expect lively anecdotes and an exciting glimpse into the making of this upcoming project in the Office universe!
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Personal Audition Sit-Down With Greg
- Ramona Young recounts her multi-stage audition process that included a self-tape and a long sit-down with Greg Daniels and Michael.
- She describes the meeting as personal and conversational, focused on life rather than technical audition questions.
Casting Values Community Over Credentials
- Jenna and Angela note Greg Daniels prioritizes building a creative community and knowing a person's essence over technical interrogation.
- That approach encourages actors to collaborate and pitch ideas on set.
Use A Character Journal
- Do keep a personal journal or character backstory to help writers and actors flesh out roles.
- Ramona and Jenna explain that character journals often feed small details into scripts over time.