I used to be part of a cosplay/dance group (we did dance covers and performed at cons- judge all you want, it was good exercise and the outfits were cute) but left because of their drama. I enjoyed hanging out with most of the members, but a few of them were absolutely insufferable and I hate that they ruined the fun. One of them, who called herself the “leader” even though she barely did anything, is one of the most self-centered, narcissistic people I’ve ever met. The other members did whatever she wanted because when she didn’t get her way she’d throw an absolute bitch fit. I tolerated her because I didn’t have to deal with her much (we rarely performed together), but she just kept causing issues and none of the others had the guts to kick her out. Now the group has all but died, due to members leaving and Covid, but I’m starting to miss it.
I really loved performing, but I feel like it attracts the worst kind of people. All the other groups in my area are too young and/or have their own drama I want no part of. I could do solo performances but I feel like those aren’t as fun to watch, and also I don’t really have the motivation to go chasing down gigs by myself. It’s frustrating. I just want to dance and be cute.