Tag: Northern Virginia
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Gather ’round the campfire
Ah, summertime. Relaxing on those long, sunny days. Leisurely swims to cool off. Evenings spent roasting marshmallows and singing songs around a glowing fire. Friends, places, romances, and routines both familiar and new. Maybe throw in some macrame, archery, homesickness, or family vacations. Relive all of that at our upcoming show! Camp: stories about camp, youth, and summer Saturday, July 30,… Read more
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School’s Out
As the orchestra plays “Pomp and Circumstance”, in they stride in their caps and gowns, beaming with accomplishment, perhaps relieved to be moving on or maybe nervously anticipating what lies ahead. That’s just what it will be like at our show next Saturday – at least, in the stories. The Graduate: stories about school, education, and graduating Saturday,… Read more
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Say what you do …
In addition to the monthly storytelling shows we produce, Better Said Than Done also offers workshops to teach the art of creating and telling a true, personal story. These workshops are designed to: introduce the elements that are essential in any setting to crafting a good story; prepare people who are interested in joining us on… Read more
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Find out on May 28th who will win Best in Show!
The wait is almost over. Better Said Than Done is marking 5 years of true, personal storytelling performances — ranging from unbelievable to poignant, and often laugh-out-loud — in Northern Virginia, and you don’t want to miss the celebration! Best in Show: 5 Year Anniversary Show & Storytelling Contest Saturday, May 28, 2016 6:30 PM (Doors open… Read more
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It will be raining cats and dogs in Fairfax
They are happy to see you. They listen. Somehow, they know when you need them around. And, most importantly, they love you unconditionally. You know what – uh, whom – I’m talking about. And you’ll hear stories about them at our next show! Man’s Best Friend: stories of pets, animals, and friendship Saturday, April 30, 2016 7:00 PM… Read more
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Sunshine and Tropical Breezes
It’s a cold, windy, winter day in the DC area. Imagine instead you’re on a beautiful island, warmed by the bright sun, embraced by tropical breezes, lulled by the sound of lapping waves, refreshed by a cold drink. Can you picture it? That’s just what our next show’s about! Margaritaville: stories about sunshine, drinks, and paradise Saturday, February 27, 2016… Read more
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Who you’re looking for
For our first show of 2016, you’ll find the storytellers in a state of confusion when you join us for Wasn’t Me: stories of mistaken identity, missing identity, and misdirection Saturday, January 30, 2016 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:00 PM) The Auld Shebeen – downstairs 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, Virginia 22030 $15 per person (Buy your… Read more
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Overheard: Storytelling is awesome
The last show of 2015, “Overheard: stories about things you shouldn’t have listened to, but did,” was one storytelling show worth listening to. Or, better yet, worth watching. Check out these videos of our storytellers from our last storytelling show of 2015 at The Auld Shebeen in Fairfax, VA. Host and storyteller Kathy Baird Westfall… Read more
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Give storytelling a try – or give the art of storytelling
Frigid temperatures, snow, ice, and long nights are fast approaching. Find winter’s silver lining by spending that indoor time learning something new. Something like storytelling! Better Said Than Done’s storytelling workshops teach the art of telling a good story, whether you’re interested in getting on stage, entertaining your friends at a party, honing your writing, or… Read more
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Gobble up our next storytelling show
The holiday weekend is fast approaching: gobbling up the Thanksgiving meal, time spent with friends and family, perhaps some holiday shopping or decorating, maybe some time spent working. Whew! Spend Saturday night, kicking back in Fairfax with Better Said Than Done. Overheard: stories about things we shouldn’t have listened to Saturday, November 28, 2015 7:00 PM (Doors open at… Read more