Coinciding with our world premiere production of americUS, this class will teach you how to write your own story and perform it in front of others. Learn the essentials of oral storytelling that will engage listeners, initiate discussion and create a sense of community. Share your story — we’d love to hear it!
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR"An hour spent with master storyteller Paul Strickland is an hour well spent, and one you should not miss.” – Cincinnati Enquirer. Paul’s heartfelt and hilarious stories and songs have been performed in virtually every imaginable environment, from Off-Broadway to elementary and middle schools, corporate events and even two prisons - where he was NOT an inmate at the time. Paul has won "Best of Fest" honors 13 times at Fringe Theatre Festivals across North America for his collections of stories. He was an Exchange Place Teller at the National Storytelling Festival in 2018, and is a Featured Teller at the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival in 2020.
Photo of Paul Strickland by Nora Canfield.
Do you have a play stuck in your head? Learn how to bring it to life in this introductory playwriting course! Breathe life into your characters, develop a dynamic plot, and share your work with like-minded creatives, all while receiving invaluable help from an industry professional. You just might have a hit!
Join us for some slapstick foolishness and creative play as we explore the hilarious world of physical comedy! Designed for both performers and non-performers, we’ll will cover fun ways to put a smile on someone’s face using our most basic tool: the body. Learn the ins and outs of comedic storytelling under the direction of a theatre professional.
Have you always wanted to try your hand at acting but haven’t been sure where to start? Take the first steps of your acting journey in this fun and interactive workshop. Learn performance basics in a fun and encouraging space while being taught by an industry professional. Maybe we’ll see you on a Playhouse stage one day!
