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Nov, 2010
It's Raining, It's Snowing, It's The Road
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| Ball State University Campus – Nov 5, 2010 |
Just a quick note to say hello from cold, wet, slightly snowy Indiana. I’m in Muncie, IN and was in Fond du Lac, WI last night. I’m so grateful for the work, but this weather blows. I’m really not used to the cold anymore and I’m such a wimp about it, it’s pretty pathetic. I’m not sure why anyone gets out of bed in this kind of weather. It makes me want to lie in bed and watch Oprah all day with a box of candy and a cup of tea. OK, I fantasize about this at home in SoCal when it’s 100 degrees out, but the cold adds a little something special to the fantasy.
Next week I’ll be on the road all week in Wisconsin and I’m sure it will be even colder, but despite the cold, I’m grateful for the work and hanging out with college students reminds me just how old I am, which is always a treat. Tonight, I mentioned to a student at Ball State University that I recently went to my 20th high school reunion and I’m pretty sure I heard her gasp a little bit.
I’ll be making a quick pit stop home this weekend before heading back out for the week and I’m looking forward to seeing my sweetie and my little Aubrey.
I hope you’re keeping warm, wherever you are.
Tags: Amy Anderson • Ball State University • comedian • comedy
14
Jun, 2010
Seattle And Auburn, WA This Weekend!
Wow! Just when I thought summer was my slow time, I’m busier than ever. Mind you, busy doesn’t always mean making money, but busy in good ways! First off, shows…
This weekend I’m returning to Seattle to headline two awesome venues in three days. Sean Ottey is featuring and good times will be had by all! Please tell everyone in Washington! I mean it… everyone!
Thurs, June 17 @ 8:30p
and
Friday, June 18 @ 8:30 & 10:30p
109 S Washington St, Seattle, WA 98104
June 19 @ 7:30pm
10 Auburn Ave, Auburn, WA
Call: 253-931-3043
Last time I was in Seattle the Korean Adoptee community showed up, college friends, high school friends, extended family relatives I had never met. No joke, it was a blast! I hope for more surprises and new encounters this time around too.
July holds some local, SoCal performances and a trip to visit my jr high and high school besties in Colorado! I can’t wait. So stay tuned for more show dates and hopefully some cool announcements soon for the Mom Squad! xo
Tags: Amy Andeson • Auburn • Auburn Avenue Theater • comedy • Comedy Underground • Seattle • Washington
13
Sep, 2009
Red Eyes, Pizzas and Gigs
Post Show at U Mass-Amherst!
I took a red eye to Boston and drove to Amherst, MA on Friday night. Had pizza with a Westminster Choir College (my alma mater)alum who is teaching at an interim position there and then did a show. Ate more pizza. Slept 3.5 hours and headed back to the Boston airport.
As for the show, I had the pleasure of performing at U Mass-Amherst and when I got there I met this young guy named Bo Burnham. I forgot that I was sharing the bill with another comic and apparently, it was him. He was introduced to me and I asked if he was a student. “No, he’s the headliner”!! Hahaha! Wow, that made me feel old. Then I was told he just turned 19 and is one of these YouTube phenoms.
I had never heard of him before. He sings silly little songs with titles like “My Whole Family Thinks I’m Gay”. I believe this is his biggest hit. He posted 2 songs on YouTube.com 2 years ago and now he’s filling theaters and clubs with 18-22 year olds all over the country and is the youngest person to be given a Comedy Central Presents special. Wow.
I don’t find him to be particularly funny (I think it’s easier to enjoy his stuff if you’re not an adult) good on him for capitalizing on his viral fame and it’s nice that he has super supportive parents who act as roadies and sell merchandise for him after shows. I met them and they are charming people. We are in a closer age bracket than I am with Bo. They are younger than my boyfriend. Man, life just FLYS by, huh? Anyway, it will be interesting to see what happens to this guy. Will he become the next Chocolate Rain guy? Or will he sustain a career? This is a nutty business and I wish him all the best. He has 20 months of experience and I have 12 years. Seriously, all of those approximately 1600 college kids didn’t turn out to see me. They came to see Bo and it was a humbling experience.
Anyway, why did I even mention all of this… just random thoughts as I kill time in Logan International Airport, waiting for a flight to Vegas.
I’m at the Pearl Theater in The Palms Hotel and Casino TONIGHT, performing with the Hot Tamales Live show. I hope to see you there! Better pack up the Macbook and get ready to board.
Tags: Amy Anderson • Bo Burnham • comedy • Hot Tamales Live • Las Vegas • Palms Hotel and Casino • stand up comedian • U Mass
