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22nd Forest Storytelling Festival
Join us at this friendly small storytelling festival. Featuring professional tellers: Bil Lepp, Dovie Thomason, Oba William King, Will Hornyak, and Norma Cameron.
There are storytelling concerts from the featured tellers, opening stories from local tellers, workshops with the featured tellers, and open mike story swaps.
Also -- a silent auction, a store with storytelling resources (books, recordings, puppets and other delightful items), raffle for a hand-made quilt and other prizes.
All in the beautiful and cozy Little Theater and adjacent student union building of Peninsula College.
Here is a little more information about our featured tellers.
Bil Lepp If you like Andy Offutt-Irwin, youll like Bil Lepp! Be it a hunting trip, a funeral, or a visit to the dentist, Bil can find the humor in any situation. Growing up in a family where the truth was fluid, Bil Lepp became adept at spinning tales and exaggerating circumstances at an early age. His tall-tales and stories have earned the appreciation of listeners of all ages and from all walks of life. Though a five time champion of the West Virginia Liarss Contest, Lepps stories often contain morsels of truth which present universal themes in clever and witty ways. Audiences all across the country, from grade schools to corporate execs to the Comedy Centrals Hudson stage, have been delighted by Bils mirthful tales and delightful insights into everyday life. He has been described as a cross between Dr. Seuss and film noir
Dovie Thomason enchants audiences while teaching invaluable lessons about human nature and world views. The wry humor and subtle graces that infuse her storytelling have broad appeal to modern audiences, while the stories are deeply rooted in the native cultural tradition that Dovie has loved and studied for a lifetime. Dovies journey as a storyteller began with her Kiowa Apache grandmother. Tales were told in the traditional way, intended not only to entertain, but also to gently teach and instruct. Imparting everything from practical advice to cultural values, the tales were coated with affection and humor, making them well-loved sources of both amusement and wisdom. These timeless stories would eventually form the core of her repertoire as one of the most respected and admired storytellers of her generation.
Oba William King ignites audiences with his ability to gently release them into the playful realm of rhythm and rhyme. Obas programs of story, song, and drum captivate all ages, all cultures. He masterfully combines professional theatrical training with a distinct poetic style. Oba is an entertaining educator sharing the traditional art form as if it were a sacred gift. Obas most significant influence in the art of storytelling came from his sojourn to Benin, West Africa, resulting in sharing and celebrating his original Anthem I Love My People. He presents workshops highlighting the power of the human spirit, the unity of all people, and fun. He fills the room with positive energy, uplifting story and song. His personal narrative, traditional tales, call and response, drum, and song animate the soul.
Will Hornyaks immense but gentle power and presence engage audiences immediately. His repertoire of myths, fables and folktales (sometimes delightfully twisted), has helped him find his way to the hearth of many communities over the years. Will is adept at finding "old ideas" from stories that speak to contemporary societies and current issues. Hornyak loves to perform and is a "natural" in front of people. But his chief reason for storytelling is for its ability to make community. He teaches Storytelling in Professional Communication and Persuasive Storytelling at Marylhurst Univ. in Portland and assists non-profit and corporate organizations in telling stories that reflect their values, vision and mission.
Nora Cameron tells traditional and contemporary Scottish stories as well her own stories. Norma wrote and performed a one-woman show, Coalmines, Council Houses and Corsets: The Life and Times of a Scottish Granny. The play was based on stories of her real-life Granny Jamieson. Noras life, and lifes work, has always been anchored in story. She formed The Narrative Company to use fundraising, writing and storytelling to help charities tell their story strategically to raise funds and fulfill their mission. Norma was born in Scotland, moved to Canada, and has performed at storytelling festivals, concerts and events in Canada, the USA, Scotland, England and Ireland.
Pat Peterson is the emcee par excellence, bringing pure joy to the audience's storytelling experience as she cajoles and guides the performers to bring forth their finest work. An accomplished actress and storyteller, Pat sets the stage with grace, warmth and her occasionally naughty humor.
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LocationPeninsula College Little Theater (View)
1502 East Lauridsen Blvd.
Port Angeles, WA 98362
United States
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| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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