Connecting communities through the art of the spoken word
McGRATHPR.com – Share your story, or participate by listening in at a South Shore Story Slam on Friday, April 12, 7:30 p.m., at The James Library & Center for the Arts, 24 West Street, Norwell. The theme for the evening’s storytelling is “I Can’t Believe I…”, all submissions are welcome. The event is hosted by Andrea Lovett, sponsored by benefactor U.S. Wealth Management and Mortgage Corp. East.
Ever do something and wonder what the heck you were thinking? Share that story, or participate by listening in at our story slam. The theme for the evening’s storytelling is “I Can’t Believe I…”, and all submissions are welcome.
Story Slams bring stories and people together. Storytellers share funny, emotional and sometimes heartbreaking tales, woven on the model of the popular Moth Radio Hour or NPR’s adored program This American Life. The audience and spoken word create a connection, tapping the power and intimacy that only storytelling in front of a live audience can bring. Modeled after poetry slams, story slams invite participants of all skill levels to share true stories in five minutes or less. Storytelling candidates register upon entry to the Story Slam, and ten participating storytellers will be chosen at random to share stories on the theme of “faux pas”. Audience members will vote on their favorite story and prizes will be awarded to the top three. Everyone has a story, what’s yours?
Renowned storyteller Andrea Lovett appears as host and emcee. Lovett has been performing and teaching storytelling professionally since 1992. From the moment she begins to speak, her audiences are caught up in the magic of story. She has appeared widely at worldwide locations including First Night Boston, Disney World, Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic, and Royal Crescent Park in Bath, England. She has taught storytelling workshops/residencies at Tufts University, Lesley College, and at schools and festivals across the country.
Audience members will vote on their favorite story and prizes will be awarded to the top three. Everyone has a story, what’s yours?
Tickets for listeners and storytellers are $20 general admission, and $10 for students. A cash bar is available. A limited number of free senior tickets are available, courtesy of the Cordelia Family Foundation. Please call (781) 659-7100 to reserve. For more information or to order tickets, please call 781-659-7100, visit www.jameslibrary.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About the James Library & Center for the Arts
Since 1874, The James Library has served the South Shore community as a warm gathering place. Housed in a landmark Victorian in historical Norwell Center, The James is dedicated to serving the community by providing high-quality programs, resources and materials through a concert hall, art gallery and the operation of a free lending library. As an independent, non-profit arts center we foster a mission for the creation, appreciation and enjoyment of the arts for residents of all ages on the South Shore, while preserving the historic character of our home. The James Library is located at 24 West Street, Norwell and is open to the public Tuesday and Wednesday from 1 to 5 pm, Thursday and Friday from 12 to 5 pm and on Saturday from 10 to 2 pm. For more information, please call 781-659-7100, visit www.jameslibrary.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.
