Join Masankho International storyteller for this one day workshop on the craft and magic of telling personal stories. Our lives are filled with many adventures, wonderful moments, tough challenges and great and/or painful gatherings. How do we find the words and how do we put those words together? This will be the focus of this one day workshop. During this workshop you will:

1. How to find the words that best express what you are trying to convey 2. How to put those words together for maximum effect with minimum effort 3. The joy and magic of using Improvising techniques to create stories 4. How to effectively use rhythm, song and movement to tell your story

this will be achieved by learning:

How to use your voice properly / How to create and fully express characters in your story / How to pace your stories and speaking / How to use the body to express yourself / The art of telling stories in groups (duets & more) / How to use your voice in new and interesting ways / How to effectively use eye contact / How to properly use humor / How to use singing when appropriate

Here are some of the long-term benefits of this workshop:

Becoming a better and more confident storyteller / Learning to value the spoken word / improving your speaking abilities in all arenas of life / Improving your self esteem / Learning about the dynamics of the spoken word / Learn more about people and the world that we live in / confidently approach all future speaking engagements

RSVP Required: PLEASE register even if you do not pay in advance!
Venue: Ceser Chavez Park in Berkeley Picnic: bring a pack lunch and drink (I will bring water for everyone) Instrument: If you wish to incorporate an instrument in your storytelling bring your instrument Video: At the end of the workshop you will tell a short story from your life incorporating the things that you have learned from the day! A copy of the video will be given to you to Keep and review!