Summer Storytelling Extravaganza: July 2-9, 2006
Because of the logistics of this special event and the limited enrollment, early commitment by phone or email is encouraged and greatly appreciated. Join us this summer for a Storytelling Extravaganza – 8 days of practice and performance, day-trips and discovery. It is an in-depth storytelling workshop, designed for all levels of expertise; from beginner to experienced teller. We will work on finding, developing, learning, and polishing stories in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere. Delving deeply into story, we will focus on integrating the voice with images, gestures and emotion. Also included are companion listening, Tai Chi, and individual feedback sessions; and all the while, paying attention to and nurturing our creativity. There will be free time to work on our stories, rest, or explore Asheville. Day-trips to Jonesborough, Banner Elk and more: During the week, we will travel across the mountains to the International Storytelling Center, attend a performance by the Teller-In-Residence, Andy Offutt Irwin. He was a new favorite at the 2005 National Storytelling Festival "with a manic Silly Putty voice, astonishing mouth noises, and hilarious stories." Then we will go on a 'history of storytelling' tour in Jonesborough, TN, and arrive back in Asheville as the sun sets. On another day, we will journey to the Hicks home – the birthplace of Ray Hicks who was the patriarch of Southern Traditional Storytelling. We will meet with Ray’s widow and son, Rosa and Ted and enjoy breathtaking views of Beech Mountain and beyond. During the afternoon, there will be a chance to enjoy Rosa’s field of dahlias in full bloom, and hear a few stories and ballads. We will also visit Ray’s final resting place. Other optional outings may include a fireworks display on July 4th, ‘Shindig on the Green’ for an outdoor concert of traditional music and dance, and a jaunt on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Performance Opportunity and Finishing Touches: This full week of story work and story adventure prepares us for a performance opportunity on Friday evening for invited guests, family and friends. Saturday will be an occasion for feedback and critiquing Friday evening's performance and reviewing the week. And then we will gather on Sunday morning for final questions, comments and a closing ritual before we say our good-byes. Please spread the word about this workshop to others who might want to join us. “Connie’s generosity as a storyteller and workshop
presenter and genuineness as a human being are only a few of the
qualities which make her so appealing and endearing.” WHAT: Storytelling Extravaganza Summer Workshop with Connie Regan-Blake WHEN: July 2-9, 2006 (7:00pm Sunday evening through Sunday noon) WHERE: In the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of Asheville, North Carolina with day-trips to Banner Elk, Jonesborough, Blue Ridge Parkway and more. WORKSHOP FEE: $790 ($625 if paid in full by May 10, 2006, $675 if paid in full by June 10, 2006.) Please note: Online payment with credit card is not available. Enrollment is limited (8 minimum). Deposit of $150 holds your place. Transportation for day-trips and admission to concerts is included. (Additional discount for UNCA & ETSU College Credit – call Connie for details) TRAVEL: Asheville is served by Northwest Airlines, Delta, Continental and US Airways. LODGING: Many motel, hotel and B&B options are available nearby - for info, contact the Asheville Chamber of Commerce, toll free 888-247-9811. Call Connie for details on other housing possibilities including inexpensive rooms, campus housing at local college, and/or shared accommodations. Registration/Refund/Cancellation Policy: Deposit of $150 holds your place with two additional payments due in May and June. For early registration discounts, full payment by published dates is necessary. Online payment with credit card is not available. Full refunds are available until May 10. Full refunds (minus deposit) are available until June 10. Refunds after June 10, 2006 will be prorated. Class minimum – 8 students. If the class is canceled, registrants will be given a full refund, including deposit. StoryWindow Productions |
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