Tag: storytelling

  • School’s Out

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    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

  • Find out on May 28th who will win Best in Show!

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    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

  • It will be raining cats and dogs in Fairfax

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    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

  • Two-Part Contest and 5 Year Anniversary Show

    Since 2011, Better Said Than Done has brought the art of storytelling to Northern Virginia, with almost 100 performers taking to the stage to entertain audiences with their true, personal stories. Now, we are holding a two-part competition to mark our 5th anniversary. Part One is an online competition (more details below) which will determine… Read more

  • Storytelling Paradise

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    “Margaritaville – Stories About Sunshine, Drinks, and Paradise” was the theme for the February “Better Said Than Done” show, a night of true and personal stories from host Dustin Fisher and 8 storytellers. The show was again held at the Auld Shebeen in Fairfax, VA. Dustin Fisher opened the show, telling everyone about bar relationships… Read more

  • Sunshine and Tropical Breezes

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    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

  • Wasn’t Me in Those Photos!

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    2016 started with a great storytelling show at The Auld Shebeen in Fairfax, VA. Better Said Than Done storytellers told tales about mistaken identity and misdirection in “Wasn’t Me,” our first storytelling show of the year. The storytellers themselves may have been blurry on who or what it actually was, but these beautiful photos by… Read more

  • Who you’re looking for

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    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

  • First and Last

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    Happy New Year! I know that’s like soooo one week ago, but since this is my first post of 2016, I think I’m still allowed to say that. Speaking of firsts, we have our first storytelling workshops starting next week and our first storytelling show in just a few weeks, so make sure to check… Read more

  • Video Extras: Improvised Storytelling (October 2015)

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    For our monthly shows, the storytellers carefully and thoughtfully craft and rehearse their stories. They may look back at journals or photos to be reminded of details from long ago, write and re-write, pull out a thesaurus, edit, re-work a joke, add in a reference, and practice, practice, practice. But, for A Night at the Storytelling… Read more