What we’re about
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Humans are storytelling creatures. We’ve evolved to use stories to learn, connect, and empathize. Our stories help us navigate the ups and downs of life. Stories make us who we are.
That’s why when we get together to share and listen to our personal stories, there is magic in the air. As we come into the new phase of life post-COVID, we can all use more spaces to connect deeply with each other while sharing our stories.
The SF Bay Area Storytelling Meetup is a community for people who love the art and science of storytelling, and want to meet fellow storytellers to swap tales and further develop our craft. We are mainly focused on telling true, personal stories. But stories can come in many shapes and sizes, so all people with a passion for exploring the storytelling art form are welcome.
The SF Bay Area Storytelling Meetup is organized by Liz Morrison - a Strategic Storytelling consultant, workshop facilitator, and storytelling event host. Liz is on a mission to help organizations and individuals intentionally shape and share their stories to drive positive change. Her winding storytelling journey includes 15 years producing human-centered content for companies (Airbnb), campaigns (Obama 2012), causes (Idealist.org), and cable (Bravo, NatGeo, Discovery); sharing her own stories on stage at The Moth, Beyond Borders Storytelling, and About Last Night; and using tarot cards to guide introspective coaching sessions for individuals and groups. You can learn more at lizmorrison.com or follow along on Instagram at @LizBMorrison
A few community guidelines:
🗣 Everyone has a powerful story
❤️ This a welcoming and safe space
↔️ Step up, step back (AKA: Challenge yourself to participate. Leave space for others to share as well)
👂 Practice active listening, it’s a gift
🤝 Only offer advice if asked
😀 Have fun!
Upcoming events (1)
See all- What's Your Story? At The Monkey House! Theme: SchooledThe Monkey House , Berkeley , CA
What’s Your Story? At the Monkey House!
Theme: Schooled
Sunday, Sept 22, 2024
Show at 2:00 PM, Doors open at 1:30 PM
1638 University Ave, BerkeleyTickets: sliding scale donation $10-$40.
Reserve your seat - email iramarlowe@gmail.comNo credit cards. BYOB.
Open Mic at the end of the show
https://www.themonkeyhouse.org/
Anthony Michael Jefferson will give a peek behind the walls of the California Department of Corrections industrial complex.
Eleanor Clement Glass delights children with folktales from around the world as a storyteller and docent at the Asian Art Museum
Martín Muller premiered his first piece at the Monkey House in May. Martín has a deep appreciation for the story-like, often absurd, mythos of one’s Life.
Claire Castell is one of the producers of “What’s Your Story” here at the Monkey House. She specializes in true, personal stories. She also leads a Story Swap in Rossmoor once a month.
