Workshops: For Individuals
Stories are a doorway to understanding ourselves, our culture and our world. Connie offers storytelling workshops for individuals who want to explore their stories and identity as a storyteller. She offers scheduled workshops virtually through Zoom online and in-person annually in her hometown of Asheville, North Carolina, nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.
Connie can also take her storytelling workshops ‘on the road’ to communities all across North America.
Everyone is welcome: those curious about storytelling, those who love stories and even those who don’t see themselves as creative. Most of the workshops are designed for a wide range of expertise, providing beginners an opportunity to get a taste of storytelling as well as a space for more seasoned tellers to expand their repertoire, refresh their stories, and dive deeper into the world of story.
Connie creates a supportive, playful and challenging atmosphere as she guides participants on a journey of finding, celebrating and reclaiming their ‘true voice.’ Along the way, there is practical help for deeper listening and personal enrichment; and for some, finding and polishing stories for telling in the classroom, board room, informal gatherings and on the stage.
Upcoming 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.
Join nationally celebrated storyteller Connie Regan-Blake as she welcomes her storytelling workshop participants to the stage for “A Slice of Life: An Evening of Stories.” This show’s tellers are Andy Russell, Cheri Miller; Christine Phillips Westfeldt, Janel Woodland; Laura Hope-Gill, Linda Chancey Guice; Caty Carlin, and Steve Tate.
Connie is emceeing this evening of unique voices. The last several “Slice of Life” shows have been sell-outs – so get your tickets early!
Tickets are $18 if purchased in advance, or $22 at the door, if available. Doors open at 6:30pm and seating is first come first served. Online ticket sales end an hour before the performance time, but there may still be tickets available for purchase at the door. Call Black Mountain Center of the Arts for availability at 828.669.0930.
What participants have said:
- Intense and Rewarding. Opportunity to take risks and grow with others who care about stories and those who tell them.
- This workshop offers a retreat environment in which realignment occurs allowing freedom for the story to take the stage as I, the entertainer, offer it as a gift to the audience.
“The Round Robin of storytellers at Connie Regan-Blake’s “Slice of Life” show gave me a rare listening treat. Each story was as unique as the voice that told it. What great fun to hear a mountain art form so well-spun!” –Donna Marie Todd, storyteller, singer and story workshop leader
🌟 Spend an Unforgettable Weekend with us at the Alleghany Highlands Story Fest 🌟
The 3rd Annual Alleghany Highlands Story Fest happening October 25-26 at the Historic Masonic Theatre in Clifton Forge, VA. Get ready for a weekend that promises to transport you to other worlds through the power of storytelling.
What to Expect:
A storytelling concert is a live, immersive experience where master storytellers take the stage to weave tales filled with humor, adventure, wisdom, and heart. As the lights dim and the first words are spoken, you’ll find yourself drawn into vivid worlds, where characters come to life and adventures unfold right before your eyes. Saturday morning there is also an opportunity to attend one of the in-person Master Class Workshops from 10am to 12pm, either Cooking up Stories with Connie Regan-Blake, or The Storyteller’s Gym with David Novak.
Featuring:
A stellar lineup of storytellers—Connie Regan-Blake, David Novak, Amanda Lawrence, Gwendolyn Poole, Nick Baskerville, and Shannon Hummel—will captivate you with their unique styles and compelling stories.
A special pre-show performance of down here by Cora Dance on Saturday evening at 6:30 PM providing an unforgettable blend of storytelling and movement that will set the stage for an evening of wonder. Be sure to arrive early to enjoy this special event before the storytelling concert!
Whether you’re a fan of folklore, personal narratives, or tales of humor and suspense, this opening night concert offers something for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to experience the age-old tradition of storytelling in a way that’s both timeless and refreshingly new.
🎟️ Secure your tickets now for a weekend of unforgettable stories that will leave you spellbound!
📅 Date: October 25-26
📍 Location: Historic Masonic Theatre, Clifton Forge, VA
Come for the stories—leave with memories. Get your tickets today!
The Amelia Island Festival of Stories & Songs will take place from January 31–February 2, 2025 at the Story & Song Centre for Arts and Culture in Fernandina Beach, Florida. The festival will feature a variety of storytelling styles and content, including spoken and musical storytelling, and performances from both local favorites and nationally known performers. The festival’s goals are to celebrate diversity, preserve history, and perpetuate important elements of the human experience. Connie Regan-Blake will be one of the featured performers and will also be presenting a workshop.
Learn more about Connie’s workshops for individuals:
