If you have a storytelling show coming up next month I'd love to add it to my monthly listing. Send me the following info: Name of the event Link to the event (Facebook, Eventbrite, your website, etc.) Theme (If you have one) Note, this is for Storytelling SHOWS, not workshops or classes. Also, I will … Continue reading Who has storytelling shows in Oct?
Storytelling shows in Sep
School is back and so are more storytelling shows! Kids are on their way back to school. People are on their way back to college. And everyone is on their way back to telling stories. While the listing may seem shorter at first, what's happening is more shows are reoccurring shows and can be found … Continue reading Storytelling shows in Sep
Making the rounds in July
Here in the US, July always starts off with a bang! I get to say the same for my appearances this month. I don't have as many public appearances this month, but stay tuned! I always seem to go from 0 to busy in the blink of an eye. so far I get to do … Continue reading Making the rounds in July
Story Telling On Purpose Updates: Changing the post you see
Another change you can expect to see at Story Telling On Purpose is the type of blog post you'll. I'll keep posting topics like where to find shows, or where to find parts of the storytelling community. The post that deals with crafting stories will move to 2 other places. Stories, Jokes, and Talks with … Continue reading Story Telling On Purpose Updates: Changing the post you see
Storytelling shows in June
All kinds of storytelling themes are front and center this month! Juneteenth, Graduations, Father's Day, and many, many, more. In-person shows are increasing, but virtual shows are still here and have phenomenal options to choose from. While I normally only cover the DC, MD, and VA area, with all shows being online now, I have … Continue reading Storytelling shows in June
Who has Storytelling shows in June?
If you have a storytelling show coming up next month I'd love to add it to my monthly listing. Send me the following info: Name of the eventLink to the event (Facebook, Eventbrite, your website, etc.)Theme (If you have one) Note, this is for Storytelling SHOWS, not workshops or classes. Also, I will keep sharing … Continue reading Who has Storytelling shows in June?
Story Telling On Purpose Updates: Storytelling Places and Spaces
I'm finally updating pages found on Story Telling On Purpose. I'll be going page by page. The first one up is the Storytelling Places and Spaces page. I'm hoping the changes better reflect where folks can find storytelling businesses, shows, organizations, etc. I'm sure I'll have to update the page over time, so be on … Continue reading Story Telling On Purpose Updates: Storytelling Places and Spaces
What’s the One Thing? – Tips for Telling a Story on Stage
Last week, I got a chance to sit in the audience and watch The Moth Grandslam in Washington DC. Ten winners of the monthly storytelling shows that have taken place in the DC area get to tell another story at the historic Lincoln Theater to over 1000 people. I've been in a Grandslam before. It's … Continue reading What’s the One Thing? – Tips for Telling a Story on Stage
What’s the One Thing? – Where to find stories
I once had a speaking mentor that said "Nick, I want you to write down 1 story from your life every day." I said "Great! But what do I do when I'm out at the end of the week?" Turns out, I have never run out. I have stories in varying stages of creation just … Continue reading What’s the One Thing? – Where to find stories
What’s the One Thing? – Tips for new storytellers
You've reached a point where you now know what storytelling is. The kind of storytelling where you stand in front of an audience and tell a story to others with no notes. Just you, the mic, and your words. You are excited (or at least ready) to make good use of what you have learned … Continue reading What’s the One Thing? – Tips for new storytellers
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