Tag: Northern Virginia
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Watch Our Family Storytelling Videos
In June, the Better Said Than Done storytellers shared true, personal stories about their families in the storytelling show, “Mother, Daughter, Father, Son: stories about family.” The videos don’t do the live shows justice, as storytelling is a great night out. But you can get to listen or watch some fantastic storytellers do their thing… Read more
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The Best Show in Northern Virginia
Better Said Than Done storytellers are excited to announce that once again (three years in a row!) we have been voted the “Best Performing Arts Company” in Northern Virginia, by Virginia Living Magazine. I have to say thank you to everyone who voted for us. It is truly an honor that you would care enough… Read more
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Mayday, May Day!
I’m sure that you, personally, have never needed to ask anyone for help. Me neither. But isn’t it funny when other people do? Find out for yourself at our next show: Mayday, May Day: stories of renewal, growth, and crying out for help May 31st, 2014 7:00PM Doors open at 6:00PM The Auld Shebeen 3971… Read more
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Storytelling Times Two
At a recent storytelling show, two Better Said Than Done storytellers told the same story. Well, not exactly. It was not quite a “Rashomon” style of storytelling, as it wasn’t two views of the same story but, rather, it was more of a “puzzle pieces” style of storytelling. Jessica Robinson told part of the story… Read more
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Fall For the Book Storytelling Panel
Better Said Than Done brought storytelling to Northern Virginia in 2011, but Better Said Than Done storytellers have been sharing true and personal stories on stages around the country for a long time. Our storytellers have been invited to participate in a panel discussion on storytelling for the “Fall for the Book Festival” at George… Read more
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The People Have Spoken
This past Saturday night, Better Said Than Done celebrated our 2 year anniversary as the premiere storytelling troupe in Northern Virginia. Instead of our usual night of storytelling, we hosted a storytelling contest on the theme of war, between the top ten most voted for storytellers of Better Said Than Done. The top ten best… Read more
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Best of Virginia
Better Said Than Done was voted the “Best Performing Arts Company in Virginia” for 2013 by readers of Virginia Living Magazine. Check out the “Best of Virginia Guide” on newsstands now. Here’s a peek at the issue. And here’s a peek at the “Arts and Entertainment Section” where Better Said Than Done storytelling was voted… Read more
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On the Media
Last Saturday night’s live storytelling show was all about the stories that have changed our lives – whether they were in books, movies, or songs. Susan Gordon started off the night with an excerpt from her one woman show, “Dancing Down Darkness,” about her daughter Liz’s love of music and dancing. Mel Pine took us… Read more
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Spring Storytelling Workshop
Feel like you’d like to tell a story – on our stage or next time you’re out at a party – but aren’t sure what elements comprise a good story? Or think you have a good story already and just want to make it better? In the next Better Said Than Done storytelling workshop, “Spotlight… Read more
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Nerd Alert!
In “Geek Chic,” Better Said Than Done storytellers proved that nerds rule. In case you missed the show, or just want to see the best storytelling show in Virginia all over again, here are some of the videos from our fantastic cast, in order of appearance. Click on any of the names to view their… Read more