Over the last 8 years, you’ve heard me say (or read me write/right) that “this last storytelling show was great.” I say it a lot because, luckily for me and Better Said Than Done’s audiences, it is usually true. For our 8 year anniversary storytelling show, I’m afraid I’m going to have to say it again. Our May 25th storytelling show was great. It was a fantastic show and a wonderful way to celebrate 8 years of true, personal storytelling in Northern Virginia.
The show’s success was due to the 8 fabulous storytellers, the enthusiastic audience, and the awesome staff at The Auld Shebeen in Fairfax, VA. And I’ll pat myself on the back a little for being the hostess with the mostess. (And for being a great talent recruiter!)
Each storyteller brought their A game. Lucky for you, you get to watch videos of their stories, because they are all worth watching (again – or for the first, second and third times)!
A regular rock star, Alison kicked off the night with a story about being a kick ass teacher. Watch her nail it here.
Bill Weech joined our stage for the first time and, after delivering a heart warming story about becoming a dad, will forever be welcome in our community of storytellers. Watch Bill not leaving it to Beaver here.
Miriam Nadel is, and always has been, a true woman of valor. Watch her video to find out where it all began.
Nick Baskerville’s story took us all the way to Germany. Nick might not like beer, but watch this story to find out why we all love Nick!
I don’t want to say too much about Jack Scheer’s May 25th story. I can tell you that it does not answer the ultimate question of the universe, but does include some really important advice like, “Don’t Panic.” Grab a towel and watch Jack’s story here.
Cyndi’s honest account about a choice no woman wants to make, but that, thankfully, we still have the right to make. Watch Cyndi’s personal story here.
As host, occasionally a story pops in to my head and I decide to let it out. In this case, I thought, maybe I’ll explain to the audience why people from NJ sometimes come across as a little bit, um, well, like we’re from NJ. Watch Jessica Robinson explain Jersey here.
Sufian Zhemukhov, on the other hand, explains a bit about what it’s like to be from Russia. Not so much with love. Watch Sufian Z’s story.
Len Kruger ended the night of true, personal storytelling with style. Or maybe, without. Watch his story here and decide for yourself.
I founded Better Said Than Done 8 years ago to bring the art of true, personal storytelling to Northern Virginia. I am proud to say that we have not only brought this art form to Fairfax, but we have grown a community of storytellers and story listeners. I know my life is better because of having these people in it. I’d like to think our local community is better for it as well.
Thank you to the many people who have helped to grow and develop our storytelling community these past 8 years. And for those who have yet to get involved, come to a show. Hear us. And one day soon, we hope to hear you.
Our next storytelling show is “Smoking Gun: stories of crime, mystery, and obvious answers.” Join us at The Auld Shebeen in City of Fairfax, VA on June 29th for more true, personal storytelling.
Information and pre-sales here.
We have 2 storytelling workshops this summer – one in June and one in July. Read about and register for our half day storytelling workshops here.
