In-Person Storytelling Weekend Workshop
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Lenoir Rhyne University, Asheville, NC
Open to everyone!
Full Description
Connie is delighted to offer this in-person learning opportunity to grow your storytelling voice and creativity! Join her on April 27-28, 2024 to explore and develop your story work. In a supportive and encouraging atmosphere, this workshop welcomes every level of expertise; from beginner to experienced teller.
During this storytelling workshop participants are invited to:
- Draw on memories & traditional stories in developing and growing your stories
- Work with partners and in small groups to illuminate new viewpoints
- Expand practice of deep listening and appreciative feedback
- Increase confidence in giving voice to your stories
- Cultivate your skills and delight in telling stories
All are welcome: Connie’s current and former students as well as newcomers.
Learn more about the workshop here: Story Treasures.
Connie is the featured storyteller at the first BLUE RIDGE STORYTELLING SUMMIT at the Center for Pioneer Life in Burnsville from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday, June 22.
The Blue Ridge Storytelling Summit brings acclaimed storytellers to perform live at the Center for Pioneer Life. Tour the 1850 luxury Cabin, enjoy beautiful views of Young’s Knob, and taste the delicious food of Los Cruces while you listen to rollicking, inspirational tales.
Showcase storytellers include Sherry Lovett, Nancy Reeder, Wallace Shealy, Catherine Yael Serota, Chuck Fink, Lee Lyons, Larry Pearlman, and an open mic time, too.
Over 73 Storytellers will be sharing their performances and expertise!
National Storytelling Network Conference July 11-14, 2024 in Federal Way, Washington
The National Storytelling Network invites you – the storyteller and listener – to join us in four unique days of programming that encourages a perception of the future as one filled with opportunities, hope, and connection. While celebrating our roots and honoring the paths already traveled, we open a space to create, innovate, and imagine a world renewed. Register here!
Also there is the listing of programs available for the Virtual Ticket. The Virtual Ticket provides links to the live streamed programs. It is provided for those unable to attend the Conference in person and for those that attend the Conference for a single day and may miss programs. The cost of the Virtual Ticket is $75 and the recordings will be available for viewing on the NSN website for 60 days after the end of the Conference.
Every October since 1973, thousands of travelers have visited Tennessee’s oldest town. They come for one purpose–to hear stories and to tell them at the National Storytelling Festival.
This celebration of America’s rich and varied storytelling tradition, the oldest and most respected gathering anywhere in America devoted to
(Photo by: Tom Raymond)
storytelling, has in turn spawned a national revival of this venerable art. ISC is excited to welcome you to the storytelling capital of the world October 6-8, 2024 to celebrate the power of storytelling.
Connie Regan-Blake will be emceeing at the festival again this year! Come early to enjoy music festivals and workshops!
The focus of this “Taking Your Story to the Stage” 3-day workshop is on storytelling performance. Each participant is asked to come with a story that is almost “stage-ready.” Participants gather at Connie’s home, tucked in the beautiful mountains surrounding Asheville, NC. This workshop intensive provides a supportive, affirming atmosphere to nurture each storyteller’s performance skills and confidence. “Taking Your Story to the Stage” is open only to those who have previously studied with Connie. If you have not had this opportunity and/or Connie has not heard you tell a story, a private coaching session may be required. Registration is limited so if you’d like to add your name to the list of participants now, contact Connie. For more details, click here.
And if you can’t make the workshop, mark your calendars now join us as
listeners for an enchanting evening of storytelling in “A Slice of Life: An Evening of Stories” on October 19, 2024 at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.