Tag: storyteller
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2022 – So Many Stories Told
I wish I could think of a better single word for it, but 2022 was just weird. We were coming out of the pandemic, but haven’t really made it out. The economy was getting better, but my bank account is not reflecting that. Audiences are returning to in-person events, but our in-person audiences have been… Read more
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Jessica Robinson at Rose Valley
Rose Valley Storytelling House Concerts! Hosted by Megan Hicks Saturday, November 6, 2021, Jessica Robinson will be giving a house concert for Rose Valley Storytelling at 7:30pm, premiering her solo show “Magic Hour,” a collection of stories based in magical realism. Jessica will perform stories, in-person, for about an hour, in front of a live… Read more
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Winter Storytelling Workshops
Class sizes are limited to no more than 10 registrants so that each attendee will have time to share a story and receive critical feedback.Read about what you can expect in our workshops here.Read about our corporate programs here – workshops and presentations we can bring to your organization. Register for one, or more, of… Read more
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Fall Storytelling Workshops
In addition to our classic half day storytelling workshop focused on the art of crafting a true, personal story – Spotlight on You – we’ve added a new half day workshop! Spotlight on You Too is for storytellers who have already taken our Spotlight on You class and want to take it to the next… Read more
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Storytelling Workshops in September
Our virtual storytelling workshops return in September. In addition to our classic half day storytelling workshop focused on the art of crafting a true, personal story – Spotlight on You – we’ve added a new half day workshop, for graduates! Spotlight on You Too is for storytellers who have already taken our Spotlight on You… Read more
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Women’s Festival Spotlight – Sheila Arnold
Since 2003, Sheila Arnold has been a full-time storyteller, traveling through the United States and sharing a variety of stories – “whatever fits in her mouth” – as well as doing Historic Character Presentations and Christian Monologues. At her core, Ms. Sheila, as she is commonly called, is a Professional Imaginator with a passion, vision… Read more
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Women’s Festival Spotlight – Kim Weitkamp
Remember weaving potholders on a loom as a child, selecting candy at a general store counter, or the joy and apprehension of pulling your report card out of its envelope? Kim Weitkamp does – and her stories, which often incorporate songs – will fill you with the laughter and warmth of nostalgia for an earlier… Read more
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Women’s Festival Spotlight – Ellouise Schoettler
Maryland spoken word artist Ellouise Schoettler is known for seeking stories of unknown women – then bringing them to life with “heart and humor” for audiences of all ages. Ellouise says she appreciates and applauds Jessica Piscitelli Robinson for her idea and leadership to have this festival which features women and their stories. Ellouise, a… Read more
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Our American Tales
For our first storytelling show of the year, Better Said Than Done storytellers Sheila Arnold, Erin Benbennick, Alex Dixon, Bonnie Gardner, Bill Grella, Jessica Piscitelli Robinson, and Andrea Young shared true, personal stories of living in America. Hosted by Giselle Ruzany, the sold out show was a perfect way to gather our storytelling community together… Read more
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Women’s Festival Spotlight – Fanny Crawford
Fanny Crawford loves honing her personal, historical and traditional stories by telling for diverse audiences – from young children, to elders, to families, to identity-focused groups of adolescents and adults. An experienced teller for Better Said Than Done and other regional story venues, she is thrilled to be part of the first ever Women’s Festival… Read more