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Events in April 2020
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
NSN Pacific Discussion Call–
NSN Pacific Discussion Call
Call info:
NSN Admin is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Pacific Region Discussion Call
Time: Apr 1, 2020 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
NSN General Discussion Call–
NSN General Discussion Call
Call info:
NSN Admin is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: NSN General Discussion Call
Time: Apr 2, 2020 04:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
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First Thursday Storytelling–
First Thursday Storytelling
Eclipse Chocolate Bar & Bistro2145 Fern StreetSan Diego, CA 92104United States619-578-2984
Monthly curated storytelling show for adults. Four to six professional storytellers telling personal, folk, and literary tales. Donations. Food and beverages are available for purchase.Monthly Moth Story SlamMonthly Moth Story Slam
Detroit, MIJanuary 2, Detroit 7:00 p.m. doors open/7:00 p.m. stories begin
The monthly Moth Story Slam located at the Marble Bar, 1501 Holden St. Prepare a 5-minute story on the theme, toss your name in the hat, and if your name is pulled, step up and tell your true personal story live without notes. Volunteers from the audience judge the stories. Note: adults only. Info: www.themoth.org Language and topics are often unsuitable for children. Tickets $5 at the door. Check website to confirm listing, theme and purchase tickets. -
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Georgia Mountain Storytelling Festival– April 4, 2020
Georgia Mountain Storytelling Festival
Union County Schools Fine Arts CenterBlairsville, GA 30512United States828-389-2654Join us for two days of storytelling and workshops with Sheila Kay Adams, Charlotte Blake Alston, Noa Baum, Donald Davis, and Gene Tagaban. We'll also have a host of area tellers and musicians, special events for children, an open mic contest, a quilt display, and more.
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"Telling Your Cancer Story" introductory workshop–
"Telling Your Cancer Story" introductory workshop
Grand Rapids, MISheila Carroll will conduct an introductory workshop, "Telling Your Cancer Story," on how recall and share important details of life events so you see yourself as the hero of your story not its victim. Sheila will share three ways you can find meaning in your experiences and be able to share them with others. Workshop is held at Gild's Club Grand Rapids, 1806 Bridge St NW. For more information call 616.453.8300. Carrollsheila@gmail.com
Connie Regan-Blake’s Taking Your Story to the Stage, 3-day storytelling intensive– April 5, 2020
Connie Regan-Blake’s Taking Your Story to the Stage, 3-day storytelling intensive
StoryWindow Productions51 Vance Gap RoadAsheville, NC 28805United States828-258-1113
The focus of this “Taking Your Story to the Stage” 3-day workshop is on storytelling performance. Each participant is asked to come with a story that is almost “stage-ready.” Set in Connie’s home tucked in the beautiful mountains surrounding Asheville, NC, this workshop provides a supportive, affirming atmosphere to nurture storytellers’ performance skills and confidence.
“Taking Your Story to the Stage” is open only to those who have previously studied with Connie. If you have not had this opportunity and/or Connie has not heard you tell a story, a private coaching session may be required. More information can be found on here.
There are now a limited number of partial scholarship funds available for “Taking Your Story to the Stage” workshop. You can apply for up to 1/2 of the cost of tuition. A special thanks to those who are supporting the scholarship fund. Contributions to the fund are always welcome.
Even if you are not able to participate in the workshop, please join nationally celebrated storyteller, Connie Regan-Blake, as she hosts her workshop tellers in an enchanting evening of storytelling in “A Slice of Life: An Evening of Stories.” The event is hosted by the Black Mountain Center for the Arts on April 4th at 7:30pm. Call the Center for advance tickets (828) 669-0930 or purchase online.Sharing the Fire (STF)–
Sharing the Fire (STF)
Gideon Putnam Spa24 Gideon Putnam RoadSaratoga Springs, NY 12866United States866-746-1077Sharing the Fire (STF) – the Northeast Storytelling Conference & Festival is the place to come to experience the best tellers in the Northeast. The general public is invited to storytelling concerts. For storytellers and those interested in learning how to tell stories, the weekend of workshops provides unmatched professional and personal development opportunities.
LOONS Storytelling Guild–
LOONS Storytelling Guild
SPCA of Hancock County141 Bar Harbor RoadTrenton, ME 04605United States207-667-8088
L.O.O.N.S is actually Lovers Of Old & New Stories, a Storytelling Guild that meets monthly. Our members share a love of story, but a rich collection of different perspectives on how to best express that passion. Our interests range from sharing personal stories, to performing as a costumed historical reenactor, to telling with puppets, to bringing folk tales from other cultures to life. We are delighted by minstrelsy, tales for adults, children and teens, mime, and more.Our meetings are open to the public, and we welcome listeners as well as tellers.
You can also join us online through ZOOM video conference.
Please contact hope3944@gmail.com for information or to receive a ZOOM link to join us from your computer.Coffee Bené 2019-2020 Storytelling Series - April Finale–
Coffee Bené 2019-2020 Storytelling Series - April Finale
Coffee Bené53 Cleveland Ave. SouthSt. Paul, MN 55105United States(651) 698-2266The monthly series featuring Richard Rousseau and guest tellers is back for a fifth year at Coffee Bené! As always it will run on the first Friday of each month from November 2019 through April 2020.
In April for the final installment Richard will be joined by Stephanie Long and Jim Stowell.
Stories will start at 6:45pm and conclude by 7:45pm. There is no admission charge although a tip jar is available for those who wish to express their gratitude.
Coffee Bené is located at 53 Cleveland Ave S in St. Paul (next to DaVanni's and across from St. Thomas University). Off street parking is available for early customers.
We hope to see you there for a relaxing warm, comfortable environment, good food and beverages, and experience some of the best storytelling you are likely to find anywhere.
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Georgia Mountain Storytelling Festival– April 4, 2020
Georgia Mountain Storytelling Festival
Union County Schools Fine Arts CenterBlairsville, GA 30512United States828-389-2654Join us for two days of storytelling and workshops with Sheila Kay Adams, Charlotte Blake Alston, Noa Baum, Donald Davis, and Gene Tagaban. We'll also have a host of area tellers and musicians, special events for children, an open mic contest, a quilt display, and more.
[pdf-embedder url="https://storynet.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/GMSF-2020-NSN-Ad-Page-Color-1.pdf"]
Connie Regan-Blake’s Taking Your Story to the Stage, 3-day storytelling intensive– April 5, 2020
Connie Regan-Blake’s Taking Your Story to the Stage, 3-day storytelling intensive
StoryWindow Productions51 Vance Gap RoadAsheville, NC 28805United States828-258-1113The focus of this “Taking Your Story to the Stage” 3-day workshop is on storytelling performance. Each participant is asked to come with a story that is almost “stage-ready.” Set in Connie’s home tucked in the beautiful mountains surrounding Asheville, NC, this workshop provides a supportive, affirming atmosphere to nurture storytellers’ performance skills and confidence.
“Taking Your Story to the Stage” is open only to those who have previously studied with Connie. If you have not had this opportunity and/or Connie has not heard you tell a story, a private coaching session may be required. More information can be found on here.
There are now a limited number of partial scholarship funds available for “Taking Your Story to the Stage” workshop. You can apply for up to 1/2 of the cost of tuition. A special thanks to those who are supporting the scholarship fund. Contributions to the fund are always welcome.
Even if you are not able to participate in the workshop, please join nationally celebrated storyteller, Connie Regan-Blake, as she hosts her workshop tellers in an enchanting evening of storytelling in “A Slice of Life: An Evening of Stories.” The event is hosted by the Black Mountain Center for the Arts on April 4th at 7:30pm. Call the Center for advance tickets (828) 669-0930 or purchase online.Sharing the Fire (STF)–
Sharing the Fire (STF)
Gideon Putnam Spa24 Gideon Putnam RoadSaratoga Springs, NY 12866United States866-746-1077Sharing the Fire (STF) – the Northeast Storytelling Conference & Festival is the place to come to experience the best tellers in the Northeast. The general public is invited to storytelling concerts. For storytellers and those interested in learning how to tell stories, the weekend of workshops provides unmatched professional and personal development opportunities.
Patchwork Story Swap–
Patchwork Story Swap
Mt. Airy Nexus520 Carpenter LaneMt. Airy, PA 19119United States2672235423Patchwork Story Swap
Talk of the Town featuring Bil Lepp–
Talk of the Town featuring Bil Lepp
Eugene and Mary Glick Indiana History Center450 W. Ohio StreetIndianapolis, IN 46202United States3175769848
Internationally acclaimed storyteller and fan-favorite Bil Lepp is bringing his tales of Skeeter, Buck-dog and other fascinating characters to our stage once again to tell "Chaos Doesn't Happen on its Own.” He will have you rolling on the floor laughing with tall tales featuring a fascinating cast of characters from the hills of West Virginia.
“Talk of the Town” is a highlight of the season, with a dessert buffet and cash bar to complement the stage show. You can take part in our mission bids that support Storytelling Arts of Indiana’s free, year-round programs that include weekly bedside storytelling at a local children’s hospital and 15 summer day camps throughout Marion County.A Slice of Life: An Evening of Stories hosted by Connie Regan-Blake–
A Slice of Life: An Evening of Stories hosted by Connie Regan-Blake
Black Mountain Center for the Arts225 West State St.Black Mountain, NC 28711(828) 669-0930Please join nationally celebrated storyteller, Connie Regan-Blake, as she hosts her workshop participants in an enchanting evening of storytelling in “A Slice of Life: An Evening of Stories.” The event is hosted by the Black Mountain Center for the Arts, just a short drive from Asheville nestled in the picturesque mountains surrounding the area. Call the Center for advance tickets (828) 669-0930 or purchase online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-slice-of-life-an-evening-of-stories-with-connie-regan-blake-tickets-91017901995. -
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Connie Regan-Blake’s Taking Your Story to the Stage, 3-day storytelling intensive– April 5, 2020
Connie Regan-Blake’s Taking Your Story to the Stage, 3-day storytelling intensive
StoryWindow Productions51 Vance Gap RoadAsheville, NC 28805United States828-258-1113The focus of this “Taking Your Story to the Stage” 3-day workshop is on storytelling performance. Each participant is asked to come with a story that is almost “stage-ready.” Set in Connie’s home tucked in the beautiful mountains surrounding Asheville, NC, this workshop provides a supportive, affirming atmosphere to nurture storytellers’ performance skills and confidence.
“Taking Your Story to the Stage” is open only to those who have previously studied with Connie. If you have not had this opportunity and/or Connie has not heard you tell a story, a private coaching session may be required. More information can be found on here.
There are now a limited number of partial scholarship funds available for “Taking Your Story to the Stage” workshop. You can apply for up to 1/2 of the cost of tuition. A special thanks to those who are supporting the scholarship fund. Contributions to the fund are always welcome.
Even if you are not able to participate in the workshop, please join nationally celebrated storyteller, Connie Regan-Blake, as she hosts her workshop tellers in an enchanting evening of storytelling in “A Slice of Life: An Evening of Stories.” The event is hosted by the Black Mountain Center for the Arts on April 4th at 7:30pm. Call the Center for advance tickets (828) 669-0930 or purchase online.Sharing the Fire (STF)–
Sharing the Fire (STF)
Gideon Putnam Spa24 Gideon Putnam RoadSaratoga Springs, NY 12866United States866-746-1077Sharing the Fire (STF) – the Northeast Storytelling Conference & Festival is the place to come to experience the best tellers in the Northeast. The general public is invited to storytelling concerts. For storytellers and those interested in learning how to tell stories, the weekend of workshops provides unmatched professional and personal development opportunities.
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Monthly Moth Story SlamMonthly Moth Story Slam
Ann Arbor, MIJanuary 7, Ann Arbor 6:30 p.m. Doors Open, 7:30 p.m. stories begin
Monthly Moth Story Slam at Zingerman's Greyline, 100 N. Ashley St. Prepare a 5 minute story on the theme, toss your name in the hat, and if your name is pulled, step up and tell your true personal story live without notes. Volunteers from the audience judge the stories. Info: www.theMoth.org Note: adults only. Language and topics are often unsuitable for children. Check website for theme and to purchase tickets. -
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Muskegon Yarnspinners Monthly Meeting–
Muskegon Yarnspinners Monthly Meeting
Muskegon, MIJanuary 8, Muskegon 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Muskegon Yarnspinners: welcome new members at their monthly meetings from October through May at the Hope Reformed Church, 1878 Evanston, (Corner of Quarterline and Evanston). Contact: Cliff Cook, 616-638-1121, cwcook13@aol.com.Muskegon Yarnspinners monthly meeting–
Muskegon Yarnspinners monthly meeting
Muskegon, MIMuskegon Yarnspinners: welcome new members at their monthly meetings from October through May at the Hope Reformed Church, 1878 Evanston, (Corner of Quarterline and Evanston). Contact: Cliff Cook, 616-638-1121, cwcook13@aol.com.
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Mid-Michigan Area Storytellers (M.A.S.T.) meeting–
Mid-Michigan Area Storytellers (M.A.S.T.) meeting
Veteran's Memorial Library, Founders Room301 S. UniversityMt. Pleasant, MI 48858United States989-773-3242Mid-Michigan Area Storytellers, M.A.S.T., welcomes visitors and new members to their meetings which gathers every 2nd Thursday of the month. We meet at Veteran's Memorial Library Founders Room, 301 S. University, Please join us to talk about and tell our stories! Contact info: Joe Remenar jremenar66@yahoo.com.
Mid-Michigan Area Storytellers, M.A.S.T. meeting–
Mid-Michigan Area Storytellers, M.A.S.T. meeting
Mt. Pleasant, MIMid-Michigan Area Storytellers, M.A.S.T., welcomes visitors and new members to their meetings which gathers every 2nd Thursday of the month. We meet at Veteran's Memorial Library Founder’s Room, 301 S. University, Please join us to talk about and tell our stories! Contact info: Joe Remenar jremenar66@yahoo.com.
Go Comedy Improv Theater–
Go Comedy Improv Theater
Ferndale, MIGo Comedy Improv Theater. Prepare a 5-7 minute true story based on the theme. Storytelling beginners and veterans welcome. Adult content is permitted, and shows are sometimes not suitable for children. The theme for the following month is announced at the end of every show and posted at https://www.facebook.com/LetsJustSayGoComedy/. Prepare a 5-7 minute true story based on the theme. Lineups are set before the show; those who want to tell a story should email letsjustsay@gocomedy.net. Previous shows can be viewed at our Youtube channel. Tickets are $10 at gocomedy.net or at the door
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
2nd Sundays @ The Center2nd Sundays @ The Center
The Center for Art and Inspiration125 S. Main StreetHendersonville, NC 28792United States828-697-8547This is a series of special events with professional storytellers taking you on a journey through time, evoking history, memory, and connection. Lose yourself in the art of storytelling and accompanying music. Each month a different storyteller brings a unique program with storytelling and music.
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
As I Recall Storytelling Guild: Hancock County Public Library–
As I Recall Storytelling Guild: Hancock County Public Library
Hancock County Public Library900 W. McKenzie RoadGreenfield, IN 46140United StatesEverybody has a story to tell! Come listen, learn, and share your family stories. It’s your chance to recall a moment from your life, try out a new story with an audience, or just listen to some good family stories. All are welcome!
Cost: Free
Bynum Storytelling Workshop–
Bynum Storytelling Workshop
Bynum General Store950 Bynum RoadPittsboro, NC 27312Newbies welcome! Try your story out on us! We promise to be kind and keep it positive. Casual - bring a sandwich if you are coming straight from work. Sound system, lights, stage - practice under the lights!
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Introduction to the Life Story Transformation Process – FREE 1-Hour Online Workshop–
Introduction to the Life Story Transformation Process – FREE 1-Hour Online Workshop
Online WebinarChange Your Story. Change Your Life.
Tuesday, April 14
6:30 - 7:30pm Pacific Time
Online via Zoom
Click here to register!In this time of turmoil and the abyss of the unknown,
inspiration flows when we are able to connect to our radiant self-expression.Join us for a fun hour of exploration as we play with different tools on how to speak from your heart and share your life in a way that feels authentic and riveting! This FREE one-hour online Zoom class is a unique blend of guided improvisation, storytelling and active reflection.
Due to the nature of this work, space is limited so save your spot and register today at www.SheilaRubin.com/intro.
Introduction to the Life Story Transformation Process – FREE 1-Hour Online Workshop
Quinn Golden Featured at Story Space online Tue 04/14/2020–
Quinn Golden Featured at Story Space online Tue 04/14/2020
Havurat Shalom113 College AvenueSomerville, MA 02144United States867-998-1592The Story Space online
Every Tuesday from 6:45-9:00 PM EDT
To attend the event
1. go to http://www.StorySpace.org/.
2. Click on the word invitation for all the instructions
including how to put your name in the tin for open telling.
New content is posted each Tuesday morning.
To learn more or be on our mailing list send email to: info@storyspace.org.
There is an $8 requested donation. Click Here to feed the Kitty.Quinn Golden:
began public speaking thirty years ago by addressing the groups and members of various manufacturing associations that he belonged to. His public speaking evolved into teaching at seminars and workshops.
Learning along the way that weaving stories and fables into speaking engagements could bridge the gap between the audience just hearing a mind-numbing presentation, or becoming immersed in it. Gradually the stories became more important than the topics.
A lifelong resident of New Hampshire, Quinn lives in Alton NH with Vivian, his bride of nearly thirty-five years, Bushman the Dog and a flock of Chickens.
Feature’s website: http://www.leatherboundjourneys.com/
There is an $8 requested donation.Every Tuesday night is Story Space from 6:45 – 7:00 P.M. ET.
Storytelling of all types and styles in a friendly, cooperative venue where seasoned tellers and newcomers alike are received with full attention.
There are no content restrictions, other than prohibiting deliberately offensive language.
Try out a new story, spin an old favorite, or just listen.
No Topics. No Competition. No Judging. Just Stories.
In the spirit of Brother Blue.There is an $8 requested donation. Click Here.
Signup for Open Telling (8-minute slots) 6:45 – 7:00 P.M. EDT.
Open Telling starts at 7:00 P.M. EDT sharp, followed by the Featured Teller.Story Space website: http://www.storySpace.org/
Story Space Face Book page: https://www.facebook.com/The-Story-Space-177178758969270/
Story Space eMail: info@StorySpace.Org
"Program Subject to Change"www.storySpace.org
Speak Story Series presents Sparky & Rhonda Rucker–
Speak Story Series presents Sparky & Rhonda Rucker
Reynolds Hall109 N. King StreetShepherdstown, WV 25443United States304-886-9481Speak is a community-based storytelling organization that presents inter/nationally recognized storytellers in concert for the public and for local schools. Presenting concerts since 2013, Speak is now in its eighth season. Doors open at 6:45. Tickets are $12 at the door, cash or check only. For full details and season lineup, visit www.speakstoryseries.com
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
As I Recall Storytelling Guild: College Branch Library–
As I Recall Storytelling Guild: College Branch Library
College Library4180 N. College AvenueIndianapolis, IN 46205, IN 466205United StatesEverybody has a story to tell! Come listen, learn, and share your family stories. It’s a chance to recall a moment from your life, try out a new story with an audience, or just listen to some good family stories. All are welcome!
Cost: Free
Michigan during Prohibition, "High Times in the Dry Times"–
Michigan during Prohibition, "High Times in the Dry Times"
Brighton, MIBrighton District Library hosts Lois Keel's upbeat look at Michigan during Prohibition, "High Times in the Dry Times" as the average citizen was part of providing 75% of the smuggled alcohol. Brighton District Library, 100 Library Drive. Free registration begins April 1, http://brightonlibrary.evanced.info/signup/Calendar, or call Adult Services at 810-229-6571.
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Parent-Tellers–
Parent-Tellers
Chatterton Middle School24333 Ryan RoadWarren, MI 48091United StatesDo you want to become a storyteller? Do want to strengthen your storytelling skills? Do you want supportive coaching on the stories you tell? Now in its 31st year, join Judy Sima’s famed Parent-Tellers. Most Thursday mornings during the school year. We meet at Chatterton Middle School, 24333 Ryan Road (south of 10 Mile) Contact Judy if you wish to participate. 248-644-3951 Judy@JudySima.com . You don’t have to be a parent to attend
StorySpinners of Grand Rapids monthly meeting–
StorySpinners of Grand Rapids monthly meeting
Grand Rapids, MIStorySpinners of Grand Rapids: Monthly meeting featuring stories, education, and a treat. Come listen or share your favorite tale. Shawmut Hills School 2550 Burritt St. NW. www.storyspinners.org
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Art & Stories with Lux Art InstituteAll Day
Art & Stories with Lux Art Institute
Livestream event. San Diego Storytellers Fred Laskowski and Linda King Pruitt will tell folktales inspired by the art of Kahn & Selesnick, artists-in-residence at Lux Art Institute, Encinitas, CA Livestream. Free. Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rpHzpoBITzOt5tQDD_DhBg
Stone Soup Storytelling FestivalAll Day
Stone Soup Storytelling Festival
MUSE 134134 South Main StreetWoodruff, SC 29388United States864-706-5532A small three day festival with an intimate feel. Get up close with our tellers. Feel the passion in their stories- Lunch and Laugh, Workshop, Stone Soup Supper, Light the Fire, Amateurs, Liars, New Voices, Favorites, Children's Stories, Cabaret and Comedy, Healing Stories. Come, Listen.
Stone Soup Storytelling FestivalAll Day
Stone Soup Storytelling Festival
MUSE 134134 South Main StreetWoodruff, SC 29388United States864-706-5532The official storytelling festival of South Carolina
Stone Soup Storytelling Festival is our annual event where stories do come to life!The festival is three days of magic! A small intimate gathering of new voices and featured tellers that through your listening, imagination and creativity can lift you to another place and time.
New Voices from across our nation come to tell. Featured tellers chosen from the prior year’s New Voices lead the show. Our Headliner leads the way. And you are the benefactors of it all.
Plan to join us for one glorious weekend, April 17-19, in Woodruff, SC.
[pdf-embedder url="https://storynet.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/1_1_2020-SSSF_flyer-with-artists.pdf"]
Art & Stories with Lux Art Institute–
Art & Stories with Lux Art Institute
LivestreamStorytellers Fred Laskowski and Linda King Pruitt tell folktales inspired by the art of Kahn & Selesnick, artists-in-residence at Lux Art Institute, Encinitas, CA Free. Livestream. Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rpHzpoBITzOt5tQDD_DhBg
Real People. True Stories. Told Live.Real People. True Stories. Told Live.
Detroit, MIThe award-winning Secret Society Of Twisted Storytellers, presents a curated, live storytelling event. Real People. True Stories. Told Live. Featuring Five Twisted Storytellers with Musical and Dance Guests. Local Artisans/Exhibitors and Cash Bar! Hosted by Satori Shakoor. Charles H. Wright Museum 315 E. Warren Avenue, For information, tickets, and video visit: www.twistedtellers.org/events or call 313-744-6037
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Stone Soup Storytelling FestivalAll Day
Stone Soup Storytelling Festival
MUSE 134134 South Main StreetWoodruff, SC 29388United States864-706-5532A small three day festival with an intimate feel. Get up close with our tellers. Feel the passion in their stories- Lunch and Laugh, Workshop, Stone Soup Supper, Light the Fire, Amateurs, Liars, New Voices, Favorites, Children's Stories, Cabaret and Comedy, Healing Stories. Come, Listen.
Stone Soup Storytelling FestivalAll Day
Stone Soup Storytelling Festival
MUSE 134134 South Main StreetWoodruff, SC 29388United States864-706-5532The official storytelling festival of South Carolina
Stone Soup Storytelling Festival is our annual event where stories do come to life!The festival is three days of magic! A small intimate gathering of new voices and featured tellers that through your listening, imagination and creativity can lift you to another place and time.
New Voices from across our nation come to tell. Featured tellers chosen from the prior year’s New Voices lead the show. Our Headliner leads the way. And you are the benefactors of it all.
Plan to join us for one glorious weekend, April 17-19, in Woodruff, SC.
[pdf-embedder url="https://storynet.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/1_1_2020-SSSF_flyer-with-artists.pdf"]
Homesteaders' Storytelling Guild–
Homesteaders' Storytelling Guild
Waterford Public Library49 Rope Ferry RoadWaterford, CT 06385United States860-444-5805A monthly meeting of storytellers, writers, and poets who share and critique one another's work.
Detroit Story League Monthly Meeting–
Detroit Story League Monthly Meeting
Plymouth, MIUnited StatesJanuary 18, Plymouth 12:00-3:00 p.m.
Detroit Story League invites you to enjoy our monthly meeting. Visitors welcome. 12:00 Bring your lunch, 12:30 stories begin followed by a workshop, 2:00 Business meeting. Plymouth Public Library, 223 S. Main. 734-453-0750. For more Information: Judy@JudySima.com or call: 248-644-3951. www.DetroitStorytelling.orgDetroit Story League monthly meeting–
Detroit Story League monthly meeting
Plymouth, MIDetroit Story League invites you to enjoy our monthly meeting. Visitors welcome. 12:30 stories begin. Berkley Public Library: 3155 Coolidge Hwy. 248-658-3440. For more Information: Judy@JudySima.com or call: 248-644-3951. www.DetroitStorytelling.org
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Stone Soup Storytelling FestivalAll Day
Stone Soup Storytelling Festival
MUSE 134134 South Main StreetWoodruff, SC 29388United States864-706-5532A small three day festival with an intimate feel. Get up close with our tellers. Feel the passion in their stories- Lunch and Laugh, Workshop, Stone Soup Supper, Light the Fire, Amateurs, Liars, New Voices, Favorites, Children's Stories, Cabaret and Comedy, Healing Stories. Come, Listen.
Stone Soup Storytelling FestivalAll Day
Stone Soup Storytelling Festival
MUSE 134134 South Main StreetWoodruff, SC 29388United States864-706-5532The official storytelling festival of South Carolina
Stone Soup Storytelling Festival is our annual event where stories do come to life!The festival is three days of magic! A small intimate gathering of new voices and featured tellers that through your listening, imagination and creativity can lift you to another place and time.
New Voices from across our nation come to tell. Featured tellers chosen from the prior year’s New Voices lead the show. Our Headliner leads the way. And you are the benefactors of it all.
Plan to join us for one glorious weekend, April 17-19, in Woodruff, SC.
[pdf-embedder url="https://storynet.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/1_1_2020-SSSF_flyer-with-artists.pdf"]
Members Only Story Coaching Session–
Members Only Story Coaching Session
Coaching Sessions take place on the third Sunday of the month, in the warm homes of our Patchwork members.
Coaching sessions allow tellers to garner critical and pointed feedback. Listeners are encouraged, as well as tellers, to attend these informative and friendly meetings.
Note: This is a members only benefit.
Please contact us for details. -
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
The Art & Heart of Storytelling: Cultivating the Storyteller in You–
The Art & Heart of Storytelling: Cultivating the Storyteller in You
First United Church of ChristSt. Augustine, FL 32086United States828-258-1113
Cultivating the Storyteller in You9:30 – 1:00pm $60 ($49 if paid by March 22)
The stories that we tell shape our lives as much as they come from our experiences. Connie Regan-Blake generously shares tools she has developed and learned throughout her trailblazing storytelling career that spans four decades. With partner exercises, a “walk through memories”, and more, you will explore both traditional and personal storytelling in a supportive atmosphere as you discover how to “embody” stories and create, foster and enjoy the bond that forms between teller and listener. Learn techniques and skills that can be useful in the corporate world or classroom, as well as in the pulpit, with family and friends or on main stage. Whether you are drawn to tell on the front porch or perform on main stages, come enjoy a taste of the “art & heart” of storytelling.
The Art & Heart of Storytelling: Up Front Stage Presence & Deep Listening–
The Art & Heart of Storytelling: Up Front Stage Presence & Deep Listening
First United Church of ChristSt. Augustine, FL 32086United States828-258-1113Up Front: Stage Presence & Deep Listening
Afternoon Session:2:00 – 4:30pm $50 ($39 if paid by March 22)
Confidence, ease, and clear, compelling communication all come from a calm center. Whether it is the boardroom, a family gathering, school assembly, or main stage - this master class is for those wanting to cultivate stage presence with confidence and style. Join Connie as she creates a compassionate and playful atmosphere, where participants:
• Identify and encourage your “creative center” to reduce fear and eliminate performance anxiety
• Breathe new life into your stories and develop a fresh connection through ‘deep listening’
• Nurture spontaneity from the first approach to the stage, through final bows
In addition, three participants will have an opportunity to tell and receive appreciations and feedback.
StorySpinners of Grand Rapids Monthly Meeting–
StorySpinners of Grand Rapids Monthly Meeting
Grand Rapids, MIUnited StatesJanuary 20, Grand Rapids 6:30-8:30 p.m.
StorySpinners of Grand Rapids: Monthly meeting featuring stories, education, and a treat. Come listen or share your favorite tale. Shawmut Hills School 2550 Burritt St. NW. www.storyspinners.org"Game Over.""Game Over."
Traverse City, MI"Game Over." It’s not whether you win or lose but how you play—or end—the game. Scheduled performers at this Here:Say Storytelling mainstage show will tell true, first-person stories about the games we play. The Workshop Brewing Company, 221 Garland Street. karen@heresaystorytelling.com, facebook.com/heresaytc, heresaystorytelling.com. Requested $7 donation at door.
Lansing Storytellers Guild Monthly Meeting–
Lansing Storytellers Guild Monthly Meeting
Okemos, MIUnited StatesJanuary 20, Okemos 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Lansing Storytellers Guild invites new members to their monthly meeting. Schuler in Eastwood Town Center Contact for more information: Jean Bolley, phone 517-281-8036 or email bolleyj@hotmail.com and/or Shirley Bradley, shirleyjane@comcast.netLansing Storytellers Guild monthly meeting–
Lansing Storytellers Guild monthly meeting
Okemos, MILansing Storytellers Guild invites new members to their monthly meeting. Schuler in Eastwood Town Center Contact for more information: Jean Bolley, phone 517-281-8036 or email bolleyj@hotmail.com and/or Shirley Bradley, shirleyjane@comcast.net
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Monthly Moth Story SlamMonthly Moth Story Slam
Ann Arbor, MIUnited StatesJanuary 21, Ann Arbor 6:30 p.m. Doors Open, 7:30 p.m. stories begin
Monthly Moth Story Slam at Zingerman's Greyline, 100 N. Ashley St. Prepare a 5-minute story on the theme, toss your name in the hat, and if your name is pulled, step up and tell your true personal story live without notes. Volunteers from the audience judge the stories. Info: www.theMoth.org Note: adults only. Language and topics are often unsuitable for children. Check website to confirm listing, theme and purchase tickets. -
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Stories on Tap–
Stories on Tap
13 Virtues Brewing Company6410 S.E. Milwaukie AvenuePortland, OR 97202United StatesStorytelling open mic, hosted by Anne Rutherford & Norm Brecke on the last Wednesday of the month. Check website for monthly themes. Free, open to the public, come listen or share a story you’d like to tell. Story length 8 minutes, no notes. Do you have a story to tell? More info at www.anne-norm.com/stories.
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
The StoryTellers Guild luncheon–
The StoryTellers Guild luncheon
Birmingham, MIThe StoryTellers Guild luncheon features Bil Lepp, American storyteller at the Birmingham Community House, 380 S Bates St. Bil will share stories with the theme “Little Things Matter”. Tickets $45- contact Laura Dutton at laura_dutton@sbcglobal.net for information on how to purchase tickets. The StoryTellers Guild has 47 readers that volunteer to read in various metropolitan underserved school districts. Profits from the luncheon are used to buy books that are given to these schools.
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
The Storytelling SIG (Special Interest Group) meeting–
The Storytelling SIG (Special Interest Group) meeting
Royal Oak, MINew storytelling group: The Storytelling SIG (Special Interest Group) is a regular meeting for business professionals to hone their storytelling skills, develop critical leadership skills related to communication, and help members bring storytelling to their organizations. The Office Coffee Shop at 402 S Lafayette Ave, The meeting is free, although we do ask you to purchase a drink or snack from the venue. Contact Jessica Tower with questions at 248-660-0106 or jessica@towerandco.com. www.towerandco.com/events
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Detroit Association of Black Storytellers Monthly Meeting–
Detroit Association of Black Storytellers Monthly Meeting
Detroit, MIUnited StatesJanuary 25, Detroit 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Detroit Association of Black Storytellers invites you to attend their monthly meeting at the Charles Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E Warren Ave. Join us for a story, workshop, refreshments and business meeting. www.detroitassociationofblackstorytellers.com or call: Jatu Gray, 313-433-4249. New members welcomeDetroit Association of Black Storytellers monthly meeting–
Detroit Association of Black Storytellers monthly meeting
Detroit, MIDetroit Association of Black Storytellers invites you to attend their monthly meeting.
Webex virtual meeting.
https://meetingsamer11.webex.com/meetingsamer11/j.php?MTID=mb2c8f4e5f48231a0b1c0a1bcba4bc3ab
Meeting number (access code): 626 791 906
Meeting password: DABS1 (32271 from phones and video systems)
Southern California Story Swap Festival–
Southern California Story Swap Festival
Palomar Unitarian Universalist Fellowship1600 Buena Vista DriveVista, CA 92081United States(760) 941-4319Southern California Story Swap Festival–
Southern California Story Swap Festival
Palomar Unitarian Universalist Fellowship1600 Buena Vista DriveVista, CA 92081United States(760) 941-4319How They Linger: Stories of People Who Cannot Be Forgotten–
How They Linger: Stories of People Who Cannot Be Forgotten
Eugene and Mary Glick Indiana History Center450 W. Ohio StreetIndianapolis, IN 46202United States3175769848
We eagerly welcome back audience-favorite Donald Davis. He’s one of only two storytellers to be featured every year at the National Storytelling Festival in Jonesborough, Tennessee. Donald Davis grew up in the mountains of southern Appalachia, in a world rich with stories. Smithsonian Magazine says Davis is "a master of timing" and has audiences "hanging on his every word." The New York Times says "His stories often left listeners limp with laughter at the same time they struggled with a lump in the throat." -
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild Monthly meetings–
Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild Monthly meetings
Ann Arbor, MIUnited StatesJanuary 26, Ann Arbor 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild Monthly meetings - Ann Arbor District Library – 343 South Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48104 - 3rd floor freespace room. Meetings always start with stories, and then, more stories! Listeners and tellers welcome. Meetings are free. More information: annarborstorytelling.org or facebook.com/annarborstorytellersAnn Arbor Storytellers’ Guild Monthly meetings–
Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild Monthly meetings
Ann Arbor, MIAnn Arbor Storytellers’ Guild Monthly meetings - Ann Arbor District Library – 343 South Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48104 - 4th floor Conference room A. (location change – one time only) Meetings always start with stories, and then, more stories! Listeners and tellers welcome. Meetings are free. More information: annarborstorytelling.org or facebook.com/annarborstorytellers
E PLURIBUS UNUM: STORIES OF OTHERNESS AND FORGIVENES–
E PLURIBUS UNUM: STORIES OF OTHERNESS AND FORGIVENES
Provincetown Playhouse, NYC133 MacDougal StreetNew York, NY 10012(212) 998-5867
"America stands unique in the world: the only country not founded on race, but in a way, on an ideal. Not in spite of, but because of our polyglot background, we have all the strength in the world.” (President Ronald Reagan). Join us as Alton Chung leads us on a voyage of discovery to answer the question, “What is it like to be the ‘other’?” His stories of the experiences of the Chinese in the 1850s and the Japanese in the 1940s explore immigration, otherness, and forgiveness.Alton Chung performs internationally, sharing stories and legends from Hawaii and spreading aloha. He tells folk tales from the Pacific Rim, and stories about the Japanese American Experience of WWII. He has performed at the Congress of Asian Storytellers in Singapore, the International Gimme Story Storytelling Festival in the Cayman Islands, and in India, China, and Okinawa. He was a New Voice Teller at the National Storytelling Festival. www.altonchung.com
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
Nevada Storytelling Guild Monthly Meetings–
Nevada Storytelling Guild Monthly Meetings
CSN Cheyenne Campus3200 Campus DriveLas Vegas, NV 89030United States702-816-8333Monthly Meetings of the Nevada Storytelling Guild. Workshops, coaching, performance opportunities.
Papa Joe Gaudet Featured at Story Space online Tue 04/28/2020– April 16, 2020
Papa Joe Gaudet Featured at Story Space online Tue 04/28/2020
Online TeleconferenceThe Story Space online
Every Tuesday from 6:45-9:00 PM EDT
To attend the event
1. go to http://www.StorySpace.org/.
2. Click on the word invitation for all the instructions
including how to put your name in the tin for open telling.
New content is posted each Tuesday morning.
To learn more or be on our mailing list send email to: info@storyspace.org.
There is an $8 requested donation. Click Here to feed the Kitty.Papa Joe Gaudet:
Itinerant storyteller Papa Joe is a storyteller's storyteller. His delightful trove of tales, honed by decades of sharing, entrance and delight any listener fortunate enough to see and hear him. Online is the next best thing (and safer these days!) to being there; click in and enjoy!
Feature’s website: https://www.facebook.com/papa.joe.gaudet
There is an $8 requested donation.Every Tuesday night is Story Space from 6:45 – 9:00 P.M. ET.
Storytelling of all types and styles in a friendly, cooperative venue where seasoned tellers and newcomers alike are received with full attention.
There are no content restrictions, other than prohibiting deliberately offensive language.
Try out a new story, spin an old favorite, or just listen.
No Topics. No Competition. No Judging. Just Stories.
In the spirit of Brother Blue.There is an $8 requested donation. Click Here.
Signup for Open Telling (8-minute slots) starts at 6:45 P.M. EDT.
Open Telling starts at 7:00 P.M. EDT sharp.
Then around 8:00 PM EDT we have the Featured Teller.Story Space website: http://www.storySpace.org/
Story Space Face Book page: https://www.facebook.com/The-Story-Space-177178758969270/
Story Space eMail: info@StorySpace.Org
"Program Subject to Change"
www.storySpace.orgPapa Joe Gaudet Featured at Story Space online Tue 04/28/2020
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
HSA: Keeping our Oars in the Water–
HSA: Keeping our Oars in the Water
Online Teleconference
Keeping our Oars in the Water:Gathering to bear witness to experiences and stories of vulnerability and resilience during these turbulent times.
When a small boat meets turbulent water, the best way to maintain balance and stay upright is to keep your oar in the water. It will become your stabilizing rudder, enabling you to maintain course and steer your vulnerable craft towards safety. We are each like that small boat.
HSA hopes that sharing our experiences, stories, and ideas might be another stabilizing oar in the water for each of us. Please join us.
WHAT: Please join HSA members and other storytellers for an evening of listening to each other; a chance to “keep our oars in the water” through being heard or witnessing your peers in the experiences, stories, ideas that have emerged through this time of COVID-19. NOTE: this is not a therapeutic circle, but we do hope that it will be healing, supportive, informative, inspiring.
HOW: Each Wednesday at 7:00 PM EDT there will be a facilitated gathering to create a holding space to share the experiences and stories that have emerged through this turbulent time.
WHEN: Our gatherings will be on Wednesday evenings 7:00 to 8:30 PM EDT
Hold the dates: Wednesdays at 7:00 on April 29, May 6, 13, 20 and 27
WHERE: For more information or to get a Zoom link to join the call, kindly contact Lani Peterson (Lani@lanipeterson.com). Once you have the link, it will remain the same for all meetings. Future opportunities to co-facilitate a meeting are available. Please let us know if you are interested.
These gatherings are offered by the Healing Story Alliance as a service to our Community without charge. Please join us!
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What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
All Day
What Are You Talking About – Oral Storytelling in Contemporary Society
Berlin University of the Arts/Berlin Career CollegeBundesallee 1-12Berlin, 10719Germany+49 30 3185-2087As oral storytellers, one of the essential aspects of our practice is the process of selecting, adapting and performing traditional folktales for contemporary audiences. In doing so, we often have to deal with problematic issues such as racism, gender or hetero-normativity. Traditional tales were fixed in writing at a certain point in history. On the one hand, we work with imported imagery when we tell stories from another culture. On the other are confronted with concepts and stereotypes present in our cultural background.
What are you talking about? is a practical-theoretical course aimed at raising awareness and solving the ethical problems which cultural appropriation and the imagery of traditional folktales often present to contemporary sensibilities. We invite professional oral storytellers to embark on a shared journey in which, as a starting point, we will be looking at our positioning and cultural background. From there, we will look into our repertoires, then analyze and work with particular stories we are telling. Through guided exploration and hands-on exercises from storytelling and theatre practice, the work aims to develop narrative and performing strategies to creatively overcome these ethical problems.
The theoretical component of this course addresses topics such as:
– the historical contextualization of the artistic movements of oral storytelling;
– their contexts and discourses;
– an overview of the approaches and theories in the studies of folktales and oral traditions;
– an outline of the theory of narrative, focusing specifically on oral narration.Besides, the course offers an introduction to the issues of stereotypes and cultural appropriation with specific relevance to oral storytelling in the context of historical and present-day power structures.
As part of the course, all participants will take part in a final reflection and evaluation of the process.
The course is part of a four-year-long project initiated by The Federation for European Storytellers (FEST) and is aimed at supporting the professional development of young storytellers in Europe. What are you talking about? runs in collaboration with Berlin University of the Arts.
This course is open to professional, oral storytellers up to 33 years of age with a priority of applicants under the age of 29. A minimum of three years of experience in telling stories is required. (See entry requirements).
REQUIREMENTS
– Good level of English (speaking, reading and writing)
– Minimum experience of 3 years of telling stories professionally
– Maximum age of 33 with priority for applicants under the age of 29APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
– CV
– Letter of motivation (max. 1000 words)
– Overview over personal repertoire: title and type of story (folktale, myth, legend, epic, fable, historical, literary or autobiographical material, etc) and origin of the story
– Overview of public performances (date, place/context, target audience)
– Vimeo / youtube link to a performance (min. 3 minutes, max. 10 minutes)GRANTS
The Federation for European Storytelling offers grants to storytellers based in Europe to cover travel, accommodation and, in certain circumstances, parts of the workshop fee. Please look for details at https://fest-network.eu/
"Storytelling Meets Improv"–
"Storytelling Meets Improv"
Traverse City, MIHere:Say Storytelling and Good on Paper Improv are teaming up for "storytelling meets improv." For one night only, the audience is invited to put their names in the basket for a chance to tell an off-the-cuff story... but prepared to be interrupted by quick improvised vignettes inspired by the story being told karen@heresaystorytelling.com. heresaystorytelling.com