On Story: A Conversation with Linda Woolverton

In 1991, Linda Woolverton became the first woman to write an animated feature for Disney. Since Beauty and the Beast, Woolverton has gone on to write some of Disney’s biggest family films, including The Lion King, 2010’s Alice in Wonderland, and Maleficent. In this episode, Woolverton discusses her animated classics and writing tales as old as time. On Story offers a behind-the-scenes look into the process of screenwriting and filmmaking from acclaimed screenwriters, showrunners, directors, and producers. All of our interviews are recorded at Austin Film Festival’s conference, festival, and year round events. Check your local listings for airdates on PBS or stream all episodes of our tv show, podcast, and radio program at Want to see On Story Live? Visit for more information on badges and passes to Austin Film Festival’s annual writers conference and year round events. Follow On Story for the latest TV, radio, and podc