Yes, No, Maybe So – A solo show about consent…and how much we all suck at it!
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Drums and Comedy
Yes, No, Maybe So?
Bethany Vee
I’ve been a fan of comedian, podcaster, drummer, and solo artist Bethany Vee ever since we started working together in Jessica Lynn Johnson’s solo theater classes. We sat down together to talk about comedy, podcasting, recovery, neurodivergence, and of course, drumming.
Read moreDon’t Invite Me to Your Show Talkback; Here’s Why
While watching a lot of streaming solo theater during the pandemic, I noticed that I have intense reactions to certain shows. I thought this might be a result of online viewing, but then I remembered that reactions like this started for me in high school with “Oedipus Rex.” If you’re too emotional to attend a talkback, how do YOU handle a strong reaction to a show?
Read moreThank you for coming to my show!
I had a blast doing my show “Yes, No, Maybe So” on 10/19 at the Santa Monica Playhouse, and I had way more people in the audience…both in person and virtual…than I thought I would! Thank you all for your amazing support. Here’s what’s coming up next!
Read moreSolo Show Self-Care
I find it challenging to do the self-care necessary for an outstanding solo performance AND everything else in my life. Here’s my plan for getting through my upcoming show on October 19, (2021). If you’re a solo artist – or any other kind of performer – how do YOU take care of yourself while juggling jobs, life, and performance?
Read moreMy Music Listening Habits Are Embarrassing!
I have a tough time getting myself to listen to new music. This is partially neurodivergence and partially that I’m just not sure where to find music I want to hear. Where do you get new music, and is there anything you’d especially recommend that I listen to?
Read moreI Do Not Care If My Content is “Good”
I got some unsolicited advice from a well-meaning friend about the frequency of my posts. Here’s my response. What’s your take on content creation? Where are you showing up, even if you’re not perfect? And how is that working out for you?
Read moreJack O’Lantern Teeth Days and Project Updates
Yesterday was a Jack O’Lantern Teeth day. I’ll explain what that means before I give you an update on the projects I’m working on. What’s your experience with days like this…and do YOU have a project you’d like to promote? Drop in the comments, and let’s help each other out!
Read moreProfessor Sarah P. Outrage invites YOU to Yes, No, Maybe So on 10/19!
I hate promoting my show, so I’ve asked one of my main characters to do it for me. Meet Professor Sarah P. Outrage, my Inner Social Justice Warrior, who has some important reasons why you should attend – in person or streaming – on October 19 at 7:30pm PT.
Read moreBeing Sexy is a Lot of Work!
Here’s a teaser for my chair dance in my solo show, “Yes, No, Maybe So.” While working on this dance with choreographer Pamela Najera, I discovered that being sexy is DIFFICULT! Is it as difficult for men to be pleasing to women as it is for women to be pleasing to men?
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