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Creating Boundaries as a Solo Artist

1 week ago | nohoartsdistrict.com | Jessica Johnson |Larry Cornwall Award

[NoHo Arts District, CA] – In this month’s Soaring Solo blog, Jessica Lynn Johnson talks about “Creating Boundaries as a Solo Artist.”“Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others.” – Brene BrownSolo artists are a special breed. Unlike most of humanity, we willingly choose to courageously share our highs, lows, loves, and losses in front of friends, family, and even total strangers.
Spring Cleaning for Your Solo Show

4 weeks ago | nohoartsdistrict.com | Jessica Johnson |Larry Cornwall Award

[NoHo Arts District, CA] – In this month’s Soaring Solo blog, Jessica Lynn Johnson talks about “Spring Cleaning for Your Solo Show.” “Spring is far more than just a changing of seasons; it’s a rebirth of the spirit.” – Toni Sorenson This time of year, flowers begin to bloom, trees regain their leaves, and people everywhere whip out the Windex to kickoff their spring cleaning! I love the fresh start that this season offers, and I really enjoy decluttering my space to make room for new things...
Branding Yourself as a Solo Artist

2 months ago | nohoartsdistrict.com | Jessica Johnson |Larry Cornwall Award

[NoHo Arts District, CA] – This month’s Soaring Solo blog talks about “Branding Yourself as a Solo Artist.”“Your business is the body. Your brand is the soul.” -Ashley ChymiyAs a solo artist, you likely see yourself as an actor and a writer, but do you also see yourself as a business person? Well, unless you are solely performing your solo show as a form of creative expression with no concern about the financial or career-building aspects of producing art, then yes, you are a business person.
They Say the Show Must Go on … But Must It?

2 months ago | nohoartsdistrict.com | Jessica Johnson |Larry Cornwall Award

[NoHo Arts District, CA] – This month’s Soaring Solo blog talks about “They say the show must go on … but must it?” especially during the recent L.A. fires. They say the show must go on… But must it? A handful of my clients were given Encore Awards after having phenomenal performances of their one-person plays in the Soaring Solo Studios SOLO STARS Series at Zephyr Theatre in December 2024. Their encore performances were scheduled to hit the stage January 16-19, 2025.
They Say the Show Must Go on … But Does It?

2 months ago | nohoartsdistrict.com | Jessica Johnson |Larry Cornwall Award

[NoHo Arts District, CA] – This month’s Soaring Solo blog talks about “They say the show must go on … but does it?” especially during the recent L.A. fires. They say the show must go on… But must it? A handful of my clients were given Encore Awards after having phenomenal performances of their one-person plays in the Soaring Solo Studios SOLO STARS Series at Zephyr Theatre in December 2024. Their encore performances were scheduled to hit the stage January 16-19, 2025.
How to Select a Venue for Your Solo Show

Nov 26, 2024 | nohoartsdistrict.com | Jessica Johnson |Larry Cornwall Award

[NoHo Arts District, CA] – This month’s Soaring Solo blog gives us five tips on “How to Select a Venue for Your Solo Show.”“A diva without a venue is a maniac.” – Toni BasilVenue selection is such an important part of the journey of a solo artist. Afterall, the venue will become the home of your show for an evening or maybe even for an extended run. There are so many theatres and untraditional spaces that you will have to choose from as you shop for the right place to share your story.
5 Tips to Turn Your Solo Show Dreams into Reality

Oct 30, 2024 | nohoartsdistrict.com | Jessica Johnson |Larry Cornwall Award

[NoHo Arts District, CA] – This month’s Soaring Solo blog gives “5 Tips to Turn Your Solo Show Dreams into Reality.”“The key to turning dreams into reality is action.” – Jim RohnI cannot tell you how often I have sat down with a new solo theatre client and had them tell me that they have been deeply desiring to write a solo show for many years, yet for one reason or another, they have not manifested this goal.
From Festival to Festival

Sep 30, 2024 | nohoartsdistrict.com | Jessica Johnson |Larry Cornwall Award

[NoHo Arts District, CA] – This month’s Soaring Solo blog: “From Festival to Festival” – a look at the various festivals around the US. Writing, rehearsing, producing and performing your one-person show takes a tremendous amount of work. Therefore, as a solo artist, you want to be able to share your story with as many audiences as possible for all of that investment to have been worth it.
Touring Tips from a Dynamic Duo

Aug 27, 2024 | nohoartsdistrict.com | Jessica Johnson |Larry Cornwall Award

[NoHo Arts District, CA] – This month’s Soaring Solo blog: “Touring Tips from a Dynamic Duo.” As an international solo theatre industry professional, I have the pleasure of consistently meeting so many inspiring people all over the globe, and I always love picking the brain of the brilliant people I meet. Recently, I was fortunate to cross paths with a Jack of many theatre trades, Mike Marinaccio, who is also a board member of the Orlando Fringe Festival.
And the Winner Is, Jon Gentry

Jul 16, 2024 | nohoartsdistrict.com | Jessica Johnson |Larry Cornwall Award

[NoHo Arts District, CA] – This month’s Soaring Solo blog is an interview with Jon Gentry the 2024 Soaring Solo Social Impact Award at the Hollywood Fringe Festival for his one-person show BLACK BASTARD. This past June, the Soaring Solo Community celebrated tremendous solo theatre art being presented in the incredible Hollywood Fringe Festival.