What is Storytelling? with Jamie Crawford

WHAT IS STORYTELLING

A peek behind the magic curtain

What makes a good story?

How do you become a storyteller?

Why is storytelling still a secret art?

Stories have been told in every culture since the dawn of humanity. Now a new generation of tellers is breathing fresh life into myth and folktale for modern audiences. What sustains this perennial appeal?

In this fun, interactive evening, Jamie Crawford will share glimpses into the mystery of storytelling via some of his favourite tales. We will open up the floor for discussion and even encourage you to have a tiny try-out at telling a story to the person sitting next to you.

Living a stone’s throw from the Ouse in Newhaven, Jamie Crawford writes, draws and tells stories. Known for his dynamic reworking of traditional tales, for his playful approach to the spoken word and for the warmth of his telling, Jamie has been delivering storytelling performances and workshops since the turn of the millenium.