In addition to the monthly storytelling shows we produce, Better Said Than Done also offers workshops to teach the art of creating and telling a true, personal story. These workshops are designed to:
- introduce the elements that are essential in any setting to crafting a good story;
- prepare people who are interested in joining us on stage to make their storytelling debut;
- enhance the skills of experienced storytellers that are vital to winning over the audience;
- teach participants how to use storytelling in their business and/or career to stand out.
Details about our three signature workshops are below. Our instructors are experienced storytellers and performers and seasoned communications professionals. In each of the workshops, we discuss how to find inspiration for your stories and every participant is given the opportunity to tell a story in a relaxed environment and receive feedback from the instructor and other participants.
Advance registration is required. (Exact address for workshops is provided upon paid registration.)
Spotlight on You: Telling the story of your life
A half-day workshop teaching structure, character building, and how to win over the audience. Participants should come with an idea for a story and will leave with a story ready to tell. For storytellers of all levels. $75 per person.
Choose your date and location:
Saturday, July 9, 1-5 PM, Reston
Saturday, August 6, 1-5 PM, Reston
Take the Stage: Storytelling for performance
Three-week series of classes delving into the elements, tools, and skills of storytelling critical to developing and performing an engaging true, personal story on stage. We will cover main and secondary character development and story structure; methods to enhance your story with dialogue, drama, humor, and more; and performance tips and techniques. Throughout the three weeks, each participant will work on developing and fine-tuning one story, using what we discuss each session to revise it for the next, and, ultimately, for the stage. $199 per person.
Tuesdays, June 14, 21, and 28 (3-week series), 7-9 PM, Reston.
Your Business Story: crafting your company tale
A half-day workshop focused on how to write a compelling story to use as content for a website, brochure, elevator pitch, or more. Motivate volunteers for your cause, move prospects to sign on as clients, and convince investors yours is the right business by telling your story. Designed for small teams or solo-preneurs. $75 per person.
For organizations with larger teams (including employees, partners, members, and/or volunteers) or specific needs or concerns, Better Said Than Done offers private, specialized onsite or online workshops and presentations.
Better Said Than Done also offers one-on-one storytelling coaching. For more details, contact Jessica Piscitelli Robinson.
