Julia Stephens is a writer and performer based in Los Angeles and New York City. Her work spans theater, film, and nonfiction, with a focus on bold, character-driven storytelling. She is the creator and star of the original webseries Really It’s Rita, and her nonfiction writing has appeared in The New York Times. She also created the semi-improvised series Ctrl+Alt+Underground, featuring leading improvisers and she currently works in television.

Her recent project, ROOMIES, is an autobiographical solo show in development that blends sharp humor with emotional depth. At its core, the piece explores the connection between two unlikely roommates navigating extraordinary circumstances.

With a multidisciplinary background in performance and writing, Julia is committed to creating work that resonates across platforms, from stage to screen, and isn’t afraid to hold both laughter and heartbreak in the same breath.