Tag: things to do

  • Free storytelling events next week

    Fall in love with storytelling with Better Said Than Done at Fall for the Book. We are thrilled to be hosting two free storytelling events for this regional, week-long literary festival. (Be sure to check the festival schedule for more details.) Character Building Workshop Tuesday, September 27, 2016 4:30-5:45 PM George Mason University Johnson Center, Meeting… Read more

  • A wild night of storytelling

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    Do you know where the wild things are? Lean in and I’ll let you in on the secret. It’s Reston. That’s right. Here, in the suburbs, you can hear all sorts of true, personal, wild stories. Wild Life: stories about living or being wild Saturday, September 17, 2016 8:00 PM (Doors open at 7:30 PM) Nature… Read more

  • The choice is yours

    We want your vote! How many times a day are you hearing that? Well, we want your vote, too, at our next show, where your vote will determine how the stories progress. Join us for this unique and sure-to-be-unforgettable night of true, personal storytelling! You Choose the Adventure: A Storytelling Adventure in which the audience chooses the… Read more

  • Gather ’round the campfire

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    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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Counting Down to the New Year

    As we ready ourselves to ring in 2016, here’s a celebratory look at this past year.  In 2015, Better Said Than Done: was voted top 3 best performing arts company in Northern Virginia produced 12 shows featuring more than 87 true, personal stories from 41 unique and talented storytellers including 15 first-time tellers! What’s more,… Read more