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
Looking for your input!
Over the next few weeks, I plan on having a series of post that features tips and thoughts about being a storyteller. I'll ask the oral storytelling community thoughts about storytelling, make a list based on the answers, and share that with as many people as possible. Why do that? I got to thinking: How … Continue reading Looking for your input!
You gonna learn today! (Well, technically tomorrow)
I'm just over 24 out from my first solo show. I am so looking forward to mixing together storytelling, comedy, and the fire service in this particular manner. I'm really hoping to see many people come and enjoy time talking about my journey so far, and how I got here. Click the link below to … Continue reading You gonna learn today! (Well, technically tomorrow)
Connecting Storytellers to Storytellers 2022 (Shows, Festivals, and Events)
Someone reached out to me looking for storytelling shows, festivals, and other events that are looking for storytellers. They wanted to have an idea of where to pitch stories they wanted to tell. I typically don't do a post or have a page on my blog strictly for that. But thanks to the inspiration of … Continue reading Connecting Storytellers to Storytellers 2022 (Shows, Festivals, and Events)
Who has Storytelling Festivals and Shows in 2022?
For my next "Connecting Storytellers and Storylistners" post, I plan to list, as many as possible, the shows, organizations, and festivals that are looking for storytellers to perform in 2022. If you are someone planning to have an event in 2022 that is in need of storytellers, please send me (storytellingonpurpose365@gmail.com) or use the Contact … Continue reading Who has Storytelling Festivals and Shows in 2022?
Connecting Storytellers to Storytellers 2022 (Facebook Groups)
Well, we are still here in this crazy mixed-up world. Covid is proving to be just like Microsoft software; either have it, or you know someone that does. In both cases, the version of what people have varies from person to person. No matter, In the storytelling world, storytellers and storytelling groups have adapted to … Continue reading Connecting Storytellers to Storytellers 2022 (Facebook Groups)
Storytelling shows for Jan 2022
Hey! It a new year! Same old pandemic, but it’s a new year! Luckily for us, storytelling keeps going no matter world events. There are still stories to be told and people to tell them! A special note: Be sure to check in with the event to see if there are any changes. Moving online, … Continue reading Storytelling shows for Jan 2022
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