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  • Behold! The Narrators’ 2018 Themes

    Behold! The Narrators’ 2018 Themes

    We here at The Narrators Brain Trust are pleased as punch to announce our storytelling themes for 2018. Every year we come together—with long lists of suggestions from our storytellers, scrawled handwritten bursts of inspiration from longtime audience members, growing heaps of past year runner-up themes—and attempt to whittle down to a list of themes that we think might make for some compelling interpretations from our storytellers.

    We are always surprised by what our storytellers come up with, how well our choices create shows with a variety of unexpected interpretations—or how common threads emerge. This next year will see the celebration of our 8th anniversary and we have some exciting special events and announcements in the works. As always, if you see something on this list that really tickles your storytelling fancy and you want to reach out now about sharing your story, please contact us.

    Without further ado, we give you The Narrators’ 2018 Storytelling Themes:

    • January – Big Shot
    • February – Warning Signs
    • March – Keeping Up
    • April – Clubs
    • May – Rocking the Boat
    • June – Periods
    • July – The Perfect Plan
    • August – Cheating
    • September – Close Call
    • October – Guts
    • November – Fight or Flight
    • December – Ghosts

  • 147: Jimiliz Valiente-Neighbours, “Darker”

    147: Jimiliz Valiente-Neighbours, “Darker”

    Today’s story comes from sociology professor, actor, and writer, Jimiliz Valiente-Neighbors. This story was recorded live on 14 November 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego. The theme of the evening was “Under Your Skin.”

    Our final two shows of the year will take place on Tuesday, 12 December in San Diego and Wednesday, 20 December in Denver. Come and hear stories on the theme of “Chance.” We’ll be announcing our themes for 2018 in the coming weeks, so please make sure to subscribe to this podcast and keep an eye on our website and Facebook page for more information.

  • 146: Carlos Madrid, “Junkyard Dog”

    146: Carlos Madrid, “Junkyard Dog”

    Alright, one major US holiday down and we’re on the steep slide to the end of the year. For those of you out there feeling a post-Black Friday surge in your minimalist tendencies, here’s a story from long-time friend and first time storyteller Carlos Madrid. His story was recorded live on 20 September 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, CO. The theme of the evening was “Space.”

    We have only two more live shows left in 2017 on 12 December in San Diego and 20 December in Denver. The theme of those shows will be “Chance.” We will also be announcing our themes for 2018 in the coming weeks, so please keep an eye on our website for more information.

    Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and our Facebook page for all the latest details.

  • 145: Irene Bonner, “Shining Jewel of Hatred”

    145: Irene Bonner, “Shining Jewel of Hatred”

    Today’s story come from show favorite, Irene Bonner. This story was recorded live on 12 September 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego, California. The theme of the evening was “Space.”

    To everyone who turned out for any and all of our special shows in the last few month, thank you. We are truly grateful for all of your continued support. Our last two shows of the year will take place on Tuesday, 12 December in San Diego and Wednesday, 20 December in Denver. Check our website or Facebook page for more details. The final theme of 2017 will be “Chance.”

    We’ll be announcing our themes for 2018 in the coming weeks, so please make sure to subscribe to this podcast and keep an eye on our website and Facebook page for more information.

  • Tuesday in San Diego, Wednesday in Denver: “Under Your Skin”

    Tuesday in San Diego, Wednesday in Denver: “Under Your Skin”

    Join us for back-to-back shows in Denver and San Diego, two nights packed with true stories on the theme “Under Your Skin.”

    Tuesday, 14 November 2017, 8pm at Tiger!Tiger! Tavern in San Diego, California:

    • Kirsten Imani Kasai
    • Arthur Salm
    • Mateo Hurtado Statz
    • Jimiliz Valiente-Neighbors
    • Adam Veal

    Wednesday, 15 November 2017, 8pm at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado:

    • Bonnie Graham
    • Bethany Hernandez
    • Nathan Lund
    • Gary Miller
    • John Novosad
    • Lucy Roucis

    As always, both shows are free. Arrive early to get the best seats. See you there!

     

  • 144: Steven Burge, “A Trip to a Star”

    144: Steven Burge, “A Trip to a Star”

    Today’s story comes from show favorite and one of Denver’s most beloved actors, Steven Burge. Steven’s story was recorded live on 20 September 2017 at  Buntport Theater in Denver, CO. The theme of the evening was “Space.”

    Thanks to everyone who came out to our Halloween show in Tijuana and our two special shows at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science and the Denver Film Festival. We’re so lucky to have your support.

    You have two more chances to see the show in November: This coming Tuesday, 14 November in San Diego and this Wednesday, 15 November in Denver. The theme will be “Under Your Skin.”

    Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and keep an eye on our website and Facebook page for all the latest details. Alright, on with the show.