Comedy – Page 31 – The Velvet Duke

Committed to end anti-Black racism? Offer free improv workshops to Black people

An open letter to improv companies around the world by Velvet Wells

Artist Statement (2021)

Politically, collaboration is at the heart of decolonizing ourselves and our artistry. Personally as a creator, especially during the pandemic, I have survived because I’ve collaborated with creators across disciplines. Learning, mentoring, and discovering together are opportunities to heal and thrive through the arts. Being a collaborative artist as part of this initiative feels likeContinueContinue reading “Artist Statement (2021)”

Performing comedy is more than a hobby thank you

As part of their small talk/conversation starters, people will sometimes ask if I am still pursuing the hobby of performing. How to crush my spirits with one word By no means do I think I deserve the ingenue roles in Hollywood, nor go viral on social media, or even see my face in everyone’s dream.ContinueContinue reading “Performing comedy is more than a hobby thank you”