Space for Storytelling (crowdfunded workshops, free to access)

Space for Storytelling (crowdfunded workshops, free to access)

12 free monthly workshops (plus opportunities & space) for everyone who uses spoken-word storytelling in their creative practice.

By London Dreamtime

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Wed, 8 May 2024 18:30 - 21:00 GMT+1

Location

The Bridge at Waterloo (access via front door of the church & use stairs or lift to the crypt)

Waterloo Road London SE1 8TY United Kingdom

About this event

Twelve workshops on different aspects of storytelling. Select your date using the drop down menu.

You are welcome to join us! These workshops are FREE, thanks to our crowdfunder campaign.

Full Programme:

Sept 13th 2023 Open mic stories, welcome and introduction. You are welcome to tell a short story with us! (or just listen)

Oct 11th Sally Pomme Clayton: Masterclass & show. "stories from the rare gem that is the epic of Dede Korkut, including the tale of warrior Princess Saljan." Explore the rhythms and narrative structures, characters and images of traditional stories together. All welcome!

Nov 8th 3 x 15 minute Work in Progress shows & chat/ Q&A -all welcome! (please note some adult content and themes)

Dec 13th Queering Folk Tales (guest facilitator Niall Moorjani) Queer folks only.

Jan 10th 2024 An introduction to sorytelling for Heritage & museums (Dave Tonge) all welcome!

Feb 14th Group storytelling for adults. Guest host: Sally Pomme Clayton. (Listeners welcome too. Might include adult content and themes.)

March 13th 1 hour work-in-progress show: "STOOPID" with Alys Torrance and Chloe Bezer/ Q&A All welcome! Some adult themes and comic content.

April 10th Discover your VOICE An introductory workshop to voice. (Giles Abbott) All welcome!

May 8th An introduction to Business & marketing for storytellers (Vanessa Woolf) all welcome!

June 12th Your Mind Matters - mental health & wellbeing for storytellers Don't let stress become a major part of your personal story. This workshop will look at mental health awareness & wellbeing strategies to help you become (and remain) the best storyteller you can be. (Emma Charlton) all welcome

July 10th Crafting Longer Storytelling Shows (Polis Loizou) all welcome.

Aug 14th Penny Pepper: Story Masterclass and workshop for people with disabilities. All Non-disabled folk welcome too!

We are disability-positive and have fully accessible toilets and a lift.

The Bridge is a non-denominational space which is separate from the church.


Frequently asked questions

Do I have to come to ALL the workshops?

No! Come to any or just one.

Do you ask for donations?

No. Over 100 people have already donated so these events can be free.

I am a storyteller and would like to show a WIP or take part in a group show or open mic. Can I?

The work in Progress slots are already filled sorry. However there will be opportunities to tell stories at the group show or open mics.

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Stories for your school, gallery, nursery, gig, party, corporate event, press launch – or online! Whatever the event, I’ll tailor my approach to suit you perfectly.

My stories are real, exciting, magical and engaging from start to finish and can be delivered on the platform of your choice straight into your home.

I’ve delivered a TEDx talk about storytelling and magic, curated & hosted an afternoon of storytelling with Guy Garvey for Meltdown at the Southbank Centre, led a fairytale walk for Fulbright Scholars, told specially commissioned stories for V&A Museum, Royal Academy of Arts, Kensington Palace, Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Harrods, Royal Opera House Thurrock, Selfridges, aboard The London Eye, told scary stories for older kids and adults in Shakespeares Globe… created a site-specific version of The Snow Queen for Union Chapel Islington…performed for the British Academy of Arts and Sciences, Guildhall Art Gallery the Hay Literary Festival,  Mandarin Oriental Hotel, the Waterloo Vaults, the British Library, Southwark Cathedral, on a Luxury Steam Hauled Pullman…and much more!