Summer Storytelling Extravaganza: July 3-10, 2005 Asheville, North Carolina Workshop Fee: $790 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. This in-depth storytelling workshop is 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, 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 to visit Ray’s final resting place. Other outings may include 4th of July fireworks, ‘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 follow up and reviewing the week with appreciations, feedback and critiquing. And then we will gather on Sunday morning for a closing ritual before we say our good-byes. Please spread the word about this workshop to others who might want to join us. WHAT: Storytelling Extravaganza Summer Workshop with Connie Regan-Blake WHEN: July 3-10, 2005 (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 ($675 if paid in full by June 10, 2005) Enrollment is limited (8 minimum) Transportation for day-trips and admission to concerts is included. 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, call the Asheville Chamber of Commerce, toll free 888-247-9811. Registration/Refund/Cancellation Policy: For payment by check, a $150 deposit holds your place with two additional payments in May and June. Full payment is necessary for online credit card registration. Refunds (minus deposit) are available until June 10. Refunds after June 10, 2005 will be prorated. Class minimum – 8 students. If the class is canceled, participants will be given a full refund, including deposit. StoryWindow Productions |