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Capes Coaching

Est 2004. Creator: The Creative Path course. Respected Coach for Artists & Creative Professionals.

Betsy Capes, CPCC, is a certified career coach who founded Capes Coaching in April 2004. After spending five years casting and directing theatre while coaching actors and artists on the side, she began to notice a significant trend in the industry: artists spending all of their time and resources honing their craft, yet feeling helpless when it came to actually making a living in their chosen fiel

d. As the President of Capes Coaching, Betsy has spearheaded the creation of a variety of career-focused services for artists, trained multiple coaches and instructors, and continues to personally coach artists of all mediums. Since the company's inception, Betsy has helped over 2,500 actors, artists, and creative professionals sustain their careers in the entertainment industry.

02/20/2026

Twenty years ago, before it was The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, it was a scrappy little show called Crepuscule. I was one of the lucky few to bear witness to its earliest days in a downtown black box theater — watching those quirky, big-hearted characters take shape without any idea how far they’d travel.

Sitting in the audience yesterday, I felt time collapse a little — the jokes still sharp, the tenderness still right there in the same spots all these years later, and a whole new crowd leaning in. “The I Love You Song” somehow lands even deeper now, especially as a parent.

There’s something extraordinary about art that grows up alongside you — and stands the test of time.

Such a treat to see it with family — especially and — and to bring our daughters along, with Dan’s mom and his aunt. A whole new generation experiencing a show shaped by him and the original creators. Cheers to all of them. 💛

12/23/2025

When and I started working together, her article — “I’m a Disabled Woman. Is That a Dating Dealbreaker?” — had just come out. I knew instantly she’d be a client who would inspire me as much as I coached her.
That piece became the spark for her debut book, Dating Disability — 15 bold, honest stories about navigating dating while disabled and discovering your confidence along the way.
Emily, I am so proud of you: your courage, your honesty, your heart, and your commitment to bringing stories into the world that truly matter.
And friends — go read this one! It’s a super quick read filled with great little vignettes. Truly a gem. 💛

12/16/2025

Some reunions are nostalgic. This was transcendent.
The Bridges of Madison County at — ten years later — was on a whole other level.  genius score. The raw, ridiculous performances of and —
A once-in-a-lifetime night. Thank you for making this extraordinary evening possible.

06/16/2025

Jeff and I sat down years ago to craft a cover letter that helped him land a meeting with his first agent. Quite a lot has happened since then! And now… here he is, author of a brilliant memoir, reminding the world how much persistence, heart, and humor it takes to make it in this business.

To be a small part of that journey? Deeply meaningful. Jeff, I couldn’t be prouder. 💛

04/23/2025

Join Betsy for a 13-week, live-coaching experience designed specifically for moms in creative fields—writers, performers, artists, freelancers—who are craving a way to move forward in their careers without sacrificing themselves in the process.

Visit the link in our bio for more information and to register.

04/08/2025

Such a special night with at the opening of on Broadway. These songs in this way will always get me. Congrats to all involved!

03/26/2025

A special night at the theater with my dad last week, seeing the powerful and timely . Huge congrats to Capes Coaching friends and , and my old college buddy Chris Denham, for their fantastic work! And bravo to Dave Cap (my very first boss in NYC) on a brilliant casting job.

Watching this story unfold with my dad—who remembers this era firsthand—made it all the more poignant. Grateful to have experienced it with such talented friends on stage.

01/09/2025

“Our hearts are with everyone affected by the California wildfires. I’ve been in touch with many of you in LA and I hear what you are navigating. To each and every one of our clients and friends who are affected by this devastation: we are here to support you as you begin to rebuild your homes, schools, and communities. Know that we are a resource. Stay safe and continue to take care of one another. -Betsy”

11/21/2024

“I’m a whole hand years old now, mama!” 🎈Happy 5th birthday to our sweet Lucy ❤️🎂

11/18/2024

So much fun seeing show “Jeff Hiller is Basic” as part of the at - we go back a ways and I simply couldn’t be more thrilled for you, my friend! If you haven’t seen Jeff on , get to it . This show is a gem and hits all the right notes in my book (also love seeing our fellow Capes alum shine behind the camera directing & writing on the show)!

11/05/2024

We voted early and Daddy’s been traveling so much for work he was the first in line to vote this morning in town. Let’s do this! 🗳️🙌

11/04/2024

In 2014, as and I were grappling how to balance motherhood and running a business, we were smart enough to know it had something to do with tailoring my Path curriculum to a community of mothers.

We gathered our mom friends to do the brave work of creating our own Paths forward. Over the years, I have held many Path Moms groups since, and they have been filled with amazing women. Truly!

But there must have been something in the water we were all drinking ten years ago, because this specific collection of moms that makes up our inaugural Path Moms group has continued to reunite for group coaching every year since. Returning to each other for connection, renewal and reminders of who they are and what each of them are capable of. Strengthening their bond each time we gather.

(It’s rare to get the entire group together each time - this reunion we missed you deeply , & !!)

I have to touch on something almost indescribable that happens when this group gathers. This is something I notice with my long-time clients: having a history with someone (or in this case, a group) whom you have a deep shared trust and connection with, and who have had the privilege to bear witness to your personal struggles, triumphs and growth over time…THIS is one of the greatest gifts we can give each other. To see and be seen by people who know what you have lived through, and continue to champion you on, through the next chapter of life. Again, it’s hard to put into words, but it’s palpable.

So it’s no surprise to me that yesterdays Path retreat was filled with deep connection, true reverence for each others stories, powerful coaching (bc these mamas know how to hold space for each other and get to the heart and soul of the work!) and ultimately brilliant insights, clarity and inspiration to carry us into tomorrow.

I’m left today with a visceral sense of the collective power of women on the eve of this election, and I remain grateful for the opportunity to do what I love with ALL the Wonder Women I get to work alongside of ⚡️💪❤️

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