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 March 29, 2025 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 include Donna Catton-Johnson, Linda Chancey Guice, Steve Tate, Christine Phillips Westfeldt, Cheri Miller, Laura Hope-Gill, Andy Russell, and Janel Woodland.
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
In-Person Storytelling Workshop
Registration includes Evening Performance with Connie
Register now!
Center for Conscious Living & Dying, Swannanoa, 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 26, 2025 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.
Saturday, April 26, 2025 9:30 am to 5 pm workshop: “Story Treasures: Finding and Nurturing your Storytelling Voice,” day-long workshop
Plus! 7 pm storytelling performance: “Taking a Leap” with Connie Regan-Blake. (Tickets here!)
Learn more about the workshop here: Story Treasures.
Connie will be the Teller in Residence the week of June 9-15, 2025 at the International Storytelling Center in Jonesborough, Tennessee. There will be live performances during the week and some extra special events.
(Photo by: Tom Raymond. This life-size portrait of Ray is on loan to the International Storytelling Center from the “Connie Regan-Blake Library of Congress Collection.”)
Learn more about Connie’s workshops for individuals:
