Morning! My blog, Story Telling On Purpose, tracks Storytelling shows in DC, MD, and VA. With everyone trying not to be in other people's space, the last safe space is virtual space. If you are having a virtual show, let me know. It can be storytelling, stand-up, or music. It can be curated or open … Continue reading Who's Doing Virtual Shows?
Love A Good Story?
Whether you love stories or have a love story, Feb will be packed with both types of stories. More storytelling shows are popping up in Maryland. Ans shows in DC and VA are still going strong. Storytelling shows are a great place to take a date, get a laugh, and have an all-around good time. … Continue reading Love A Good Story?
You Can Learn To Tell A Story?
Some people just seem to know how to tell a story. They say words, but you feel as if you are in a 3D ride at Disney. It's pretty lucky to have that skill. But is it really luck? I've been telling stories on stage since 2015. Every year, I get better, and better. What … Continue reading You Can Learn To Tell A Story?
Storytelling Shows to Start the New Year
The new year is just about here! And so are these great storytelling shows. Last year proved to be a great year for storytelling of all sorts in the DC, MD, and VA area. This year is shaping up to be just a great. I'm excited not only for the shows you can find below, … Continue reading Storytelling Shows to Start the New Year
Stories of the Holidays!!!
The year is approaching an end, but stories sure don't! After all, it's the holiday season. This is where some of the best stories come from! Stop by a show and take in a story, tell a story, and experience a story. Want your show listed in a monthly blogpost? Send me info about date, … Continue reading Stories of the Holidays!!!
Want a way to thank a veteran today?
On May 8th of this year, it fully dawned on me what I had gotten myself into. That evening, just finished watching The Storytelling Boot Camp 101 class graduation show. Students connected to the military spent weeks, at no cost, learning the art and craft of storytelling. As people mingle and talk, I can feel … Continue reading Want a way to thank a veteran today?
Looking for storytellers in Nov and Jan
"Storytelling Night" , a story telling show held in Fredericksburg VA is looking for people to tell stories Nov 8 with the theme "Thankful" and Jan 10 with the theme "Mistakes". The show is free, and the tellers aren't paid. Contact Anette Stjarnhjarta at anettestjarnhjarta@gmail.com for more info.
Podcast Post: TED Radio Hour
Who doesn't like a good TED Talk, right? And while a number of the best TED talks have stories in them, they are not necessarily stores as a whole. Unless, you listen to the TED Radio Hour Podcast. Hosted by Guy Raz, listeners are treated to a mash up of different talks that are put … Continue reading Podcast Post: TED Radio Hour
Podcast Post: Speak Up
I am consistently on the lookout for ways to improve. A number of the storytelling podcasts I have recommended so far are more about enjoying a story, learning about a topic, or sharing a particular view. The Speak Up podcast helps me to meet a different need: getting better at telling stories. Matthew and Elysha … Continue reading Podcast Post: Speak Up
Podcast Post: Expressing Motherhood
There is a whole lot to being a mother. Sure, dads have their share of stuff to deal with. Hearing stories about the ups and downs of being a mother helps me to see a world I don't live in. Being in the presence of my mom and my wife and all the other mom's … Continue reading Podcast Post: Expressing Motherhood
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