Archive: The Office Writers

‘Company Picnic’ Q&A with Jen Celotta

Friday, May 22nd, 2009 | 39 comments

Here it is, our last OfficeTally Q&A of the season — The Office’s executive producer Jen Celotta (and co-writer of this episode, with Paul Lieberstein ) answers your questions about Company Picnic! Thank you, Jen!

Some keywords: mirrors, tears, Mose, and wedding.

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The Office ‘Two Weeks’ Q&A with Aaron Shure

Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 | 29 comments

Aaron Shure joined The Office this season as a co-executive producer and writer. He was also an Emmy-winning producer and writer for the CBS comedy, Everybody Loves Raymond.

As with all other writers who have contributed OfficeTally Q&As, Aaron didn’t hesitate for a second to answer your questions about last week’s episode, Two Weeks. And almost as entertaining as his answers are his non-answers. ;)

Thank you, Aaron!

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Got ‘Two Weeks’ questions for Aaron Shure?

Friday, March 27th, 2009 | 88 comments

Do you have a question about last night’s episode, ‘Two Weeks’?

Aaron Shure, ‘Two Weeks’ writer, has very graciously agreed to answer your questions about the episode. Thank you, Aaron!

Submit your question here by 11pm PT tomorrow night, March 28th.

I’ll put together a Q&A and post it hopefully sometime next week.

Remember, non-spoilerish questions about ‘Two Weeks’ only. Thanks!

Q&A with Michael Schur: Part 1

Thursday, February 26th, 2009 | 85 comments

[During our online chat with Mindy Kaling this past Tuesday, she mentioned an interview with Mike Schur that she read here on OfficeTally. That got me feeling a little nostalgic, so given that we have no new Office to look forward to today, I'm re-posting it here. I'm pretty sure this interview started my undying crush on 'The Office' writers. Originally posted July 2007, right before Season 4.]

Michael Schur is one of the veteran writers and co-producers of The Office. He’s written or co-written classic episodes from all three seasons, including The Alliance, Office Olympics, Christmas Party, Valentine’s Day, Branch Closing, Traveling Salesmen, The Return, The Negotiation, and The Job. He also played Dwight’s cousin Mose in the episode ‘Initiation.’

I recently had a series of conversations with Michael about Season 4 scripts, the writing process in general, how he really feels about his fellow writers, and other behind-the-scenes stuff. Enjoy! (I certainly did.)

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Got a ‘Stress Relief’ question for Paul Lieberstein?

Monday, February 2nd, 2009 | 148 comments

Do you have a question about last night’s post-Super Bowl episode, ‘Stress Relief’?

Paul Lieberstein, ‘Stress Relief’ writer, has very graciously agreed to answer your questions about the episode! Given that he is also very busy being an executive producer for ‘The Office,’ I am beyond excited that he’s agreed to do this. Thank you, Paul!

Submit your question here by 11pm PT tomorrow night, February 3rd.

I’ll put together a Q&A and post it hopefully sometime next week.

Remember, non-spoilerish questions about ‘Stress Relief’ only. Thanks!

Justin Spitzer answers ‘Moroccan Christmas’ questions

Thursday, December 18th, 2008 | 43 comments

This season’s holiday episode, Moroccan Christmas, generated strong reaction from fans, and is now addressed by a thoughtful and often hilarious Q&A from its writer, Justin Spitzer. (Wait until you read what could have taken the place of Princess Unicorn!)

A big thank you to Justin for taking the time to answer questions during what must be a super busy week!

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Got a ‘Moroccan Christmas’ question for Justin?

Friday, December 12th, 2008 | 61 comments

Do you have a question for writer Justin Spitzer about last night’s episode, ‘Moroccan Christmas’?

Submit your question here by 11pm PT tomorrow night, December 13.

I’ll put together a Q&A and post it sometime next week.

Remember, non-spoilerish questions about ‘Moroccan Christmas’ only. Thanks!

‘The Office’ nominated for WGA awards

Monday, December 8th, 2008 | 5 comments

The Office writing staff has been nominated for 2009 WGA Awards!

• Comedy Series: The Office, Written by Steve Carell, Jennifer Celotta, Greg Daniels, Lee Eisenberg, Anthony Farrell, Brent Forrester, Dan Goor, Charlie Grandy, Mindy Kaling, Ryan Koh, Lester Lewis, Paul Lieberstein, Warren Lieberstein, B.J. Novak, Michael Schur, Aaron Shure, Justin Spitzer, Gene Stupnitsky, Halsted Sullivan
• Episodic Comedy: “Crime Aid” (The Office), Written by Charlie Grandy

And a few non-Office nominations:

• Comedy/Variety Specials: 2008 Film Independent Spirit Awards, Jennifer Celotta and Rainn Wilson
• Comedy/Variety: Saturday Night Live, Charlie Grandy

The winners will be announced on February 7, 2009.

Congratulations, everybody! Woo!

Link: 2009 Writers Guild Awards Nominees Announced

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