Public Presence - Jo Anne Smith

THE POWER OF PERSONAL STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES with JO ANNE, DAVID ROCHE & TERRI TATE

Note:
For information or to register, contact Jo Anne.
All events in Mill Valley, California unless otherwise noted

THE POWER OF PERSONAL STORYTELLING

Express your natural creativity in a safe, supportive small group

Experience the healing power of telling your stories and really being heard

Explore the wide range of your stories, or

Craft a story for pleasure, presentation or performance

Enjoy the warmth of shared community

We bring our experience as performers and storytelling coaches to these playful, powerful programs as we guide you to tap into your wealth of stories and show you how to share them with ease.

Each group includes participants with a range of experience - from beginners with stage fright to professional performers and storytellers, and we prefer it that way.

And don't worry about bringing a polished story. Some people come with ideas about what they might tell, and others just show up with an open heart and see what arises in the moment. Some tell and re-tell the same story, and others find a fresh story each turn.

The programs below may lead to a performance showcase for those who are interested.

Evening class:
tba
7 pm – 9:30 pm • Mill Valley
$35 fee includes individual videotape
Class size is limited

One-day workshop:
Sunday, October 5, 2008
9:30 am – 5 pm • Mill Valley
$160 fee includes individual videotape
Class size is limited

Facilitators:

Jo Anne Smith   •   415.383.3905
Jo Anne tells stories, produces and directs storytelling showcases and solo shows, and hosts a popular performance salon. An experienced facilitator, she combines a gift for helping people relax into their public presence with a keen ability to identify the essence of a story.

David Roche   •   415.381.3518
David has told his stories across the U.S. and around the world, including at the (Clinton) White House, the Sydney Olympics Arts Festival and the Moscow Film Festival. He has coached and directed for many years, and is a master at the art of finding and enhancing the universal appeal in a personal story.

Terri Tate   •   415.331.5443
Terri is a nationally recognized speaker and inspirational humorist. Audiences describe her performances as "hilarious, original and highly entertaining." Trained as a therapist, she is skilled at creating an environment in which the best in people emerges.

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