Quick Question, what are the greatest entertainment moments of the past 100 years?
- Sir John Barrymore’s Hamlet?
- Woodstock?
- That time Alice Cooper guest starred on the Muppet Show? (yeah, that actually happened!)
Next questions:
- Do you want to be there to see one of the greatest entertainment moments of the next 100 years?
- What are you doing Friday March 13th? –Yes, Friday the 13th…easy to remember!
- Are you ready to be entertained? Just check out this all-star line up of storytellers!
Are you ready to learn some history?
Susan “The Historian” Gordon. She is a writer, storyteller and narrative therapist. At Friday’s show, Susan will share with you an excerpt from her historical novel. The novel, set in the Cheat watershed of WV in the early 1900’s and follows the lives of a couple who are subsistence farmers, fighting to keep their land from being lumbered out!
Are you ready to be inspired?
Arthuretta “The Inspiration” Holmes-Martin. She has been an advocate for Human and Civil Rights for over 30 years. She is a professional speaker and storyteller who shares the power of personal narratives to heal, transform and empower the listener. As a teaching artist, she presents the power of stories in public speaking to community, educational and corporate audiences.
Are you ready to get schooled?
Stephanie “The Coach” Garibaldi is a DC area storytelling legend! She has enjoyed performing and teaching storytelling for over a decade, though she has loved being a woman for even longer. Known as the hardest working story coach in the DC area (and possibly the world), Stephanie has personally coached over 1.000 people in the art of story–all part of her mission to spread story love worldwide. Most recently, she was a finalist from the 2019 Jonesborough National Storytelling Festival Story Slam.
Are you ready to think?
Jay “The Wise Friend” Johnson creates wonderful stories by combining her experiences with humor and poignant lessons about life. She has an engaging and very personable style. You will feel like you’re enjoying a cup of coffee or a glass of wine with a close friend!
Are you ready to laugh?
Diana “The Comedian” Veiga is a writer, storyteller and comedian. She has performed throughout the DC area from the Lincoln Theatre to the DC Improv. Her freelance writing work has been featured in various online sites including: For Harriet, The Root, and Very Smart Brothas. Diana is a Spelman woman, a DC resident, and DC Public Library employee.
Are you ready to laugh and cry?
Cyndi “The Mother” Wish lives in Baltimore with her husband, son, and dog. Her background is in visual arts, and she has always held a love for narrative structure and post-modern non-sequitar. Having a toddler has greatly influenced her recent storytelling style. Cyndi is thrilled and honored to be involved in the Women’s Storytelling Festival.
Be there this March, Friday the 13th…Not to use hyperbole but this is probably the most important decision of your life!!!
Come see all these fantastic storytellers perform at the Women’s Storytelling Festival in the City of Fairfax, on Friday, March 13, 2020. And make sure to return for Saturday the 14th – for a full day of storytelling. Details here.
