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StoryStretch Workshop 4/12

April 12 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Deaf Stories Project: StoryShare 4/16

April 16 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Deaf Stories Project StorySlam 4/25

April 25 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Teen StoryStarter Workshop | 4/26

April 26 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Teen StoryStarter Workshop | 5/3

May 3 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Teen StorySlam 5/6

May 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

ALL STARS: “If I’m Being Honest…” 5/16

May 16 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

StorySlams

Live storytelling from community members on the night’s theme.

Deaf Stories Project StorySlam 4/25

April 25 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Teen StorySlam 5/6

May 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

ALL STARS: “If I’m Being Honest…” 5/16

May 16 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Workshops

Practice sharing your story and connect with other storytellers before any “competitive” StorySlam at StoryStarters, or take a deeper dive into storytelling techniques with our experienced coaches at StoryStretches.

StoryStretch Workshop 4/12

April 12 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Deaf Stories Project: StoryShare 4/16

April 16 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Teen StoryStarter Workshop | 4/26

April 26 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Teen StoryStarter Workshop | 5/3

May 3 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

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An intimate, non-competitive event with unique activities and stories from hand-selected tellers and audience members.

Workshops

Attend a public storytelling workshop.

StorySlams

Regular season and community StorySlams

EXperience

EXperience one of our annual events like BackStory or AfterDark!

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    Deaf Stories Project: StoryShare 4/16

    $0.00
    Discover and explore the power of storytelling in ASL!
    Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025 Time: 6:30 pm start, 8:30 pm end Location: Virtual, Zoom Link to follow Cost: FREE! Register TODAY! This interactive storytelling session or "StoryShare" is an affinity space created for and led by Deaf community members. Join coaches Brian, Ash and Alyson as they guide participants through fun activities designed to help you learn effective storytelling skills, connect with other storytellers, and express yourself in ASL! You’ll also learn about opportunities to share a story on stage at Wisconsin’s sixth annual Deaf StorySlam on April 25, 2025! This project is possible thanks to Bader Philanthropies, Inc., Milwaukee Public Library Foundation, Wispact Foundation, Steigleder Charitable Trust, Maihaugen Foundation, Ex Fabula members, and Ex Fabula's Deaf storytelling coaches. 
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  • Deaf Stories Project: StoryShare 4/05

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    Discover and explore the power of storytelling in ASL!
    Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025 Time:   9:30a doors, 10a start, Noon end Location: MPL Good Hope Branch | 7715 Good Hope Rd Cost:   FREE! Register TODAY! This interactive storytelling session or "StoryShare" is an affinity space created for and led by Deaf community members. Join coaches Brian, Ash and Alyson as they guide participants through fun activities designed to help you learn effective storytelling skills, connect with other storytellers, and express yourself in ASL! You’ll also learn about opportunities to share a story on stage at Wisconsin’s sixth annual Deaf StorySlam on April 25, 2025! This project is possible thanks to Bader Philanthropies, Inc., Milwaukee Public Library Foundation, Wispact Foundation, Steigleder Charitable Trust, Maihaugen Foundation, Ex Fabula members, and Ex Fabula's Deaf storytelling coaches. 
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  • Deaf Stories Project: StoryShare 3/15

    $0.00
    Discover and explore the power of storytelling in ASL!
    Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025 Time:   9:30a doors, 10a start, Noon end Location: MPL Zablocki Branch | 3501 W Oklahoma Ave Cost:   FREE! Register TODAY! This interactive storytelling session or "StoryShare" is an affinity space created for and led by Deaf community members. Join coaches Brian, Ash and Alyson as they guide participants through fun activities designed to help you learn effective storytelling skills, connect with other storytellers, and express yourself in ASL! You’ll also learn about opportunities to share a story on stage at Wisconsin’s sixth annual Deaf StorySlam on April 25, 2025! This project is possible thanks to Bader Philanthropies, Inc., Milwaukee Public Library Foundation, Wispact Foundation, Steigleder Charitable Trust, Maihaugen Foundation, Ex Fabula members, and Ex Fabula's Deaf storytelling coaches. 
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  • More Private Storytelling coaching

    $20.00 – $160.00
    Additional sessions with your storytelling coach!
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    StoryStretch Workshop 4/12

    Original price was: $45.00.Current price is: $30.00.
    Date: Saturday, April 12 Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, doors open at 10:50 am
    Location: CopyWrite, 2209 N Dr. MLK. Jr. Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53212 (entrance is around the corner on Garfield Street, the entrance says "Valia East")
    Early Bird Cost: $30
    On April 10: Standard Cost: $45
    Discounts for members - see coupons at checkout!
     
    Looking to sharpen your storytelling skills? This workshop is for you!
    Stretch your storytelling muscles with this guided, interactive training covering the nuance of the craft; led by our experienced coaches! Refine, shape, and share your stories with confidence. Space is limited. Reserve a spot today!
     
    This workshop gives you...
    • Ways to improve your personal branding story
    • Tips on how to avoid common storytelling mistakes
    • A great professional development opportunity
    • The tools to become a superb storyteller or public speaker
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  • StoryStretch Workshop 12/7

    $45.00
    Date: Saturday, December 7 Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, doors open at 10:30 am
    Location: CopyWrite, 2209 N Dr. MLK. Jr. Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53212
    Early Bird Cost: $30
    Standard Cost: $45
    Discounts for members - see coupons at checkout!
     
    Looking to sharpen your storytelling skills? This workshop is for you!
    Stretch your storytelling muscles with this guided, interactive training covering the nuance of the craft; led by our experienced coaches! Refine, shape, and share your stories with confidence. Space is limited. Reserve a spot today!
     
    This workshop gives you...
    • Ways to improve your personal branding story
    • Tips on how to avoid common storytelling mistakes
    • A great professional development opportunity
    • The tools to become a superb storyteller or public speaker
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  • Teen StorySlam: Show and Tell 5/6

    $0.00
    Theme: Show n Tell - Bring a favorite object, artifact, or family heirloom and share a story about it! Date: Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM doors, Stories 6–7:30 PM Location: Milwaukee Public Library Mitchell Street Branch, 906 W Historic Mitchell St, Milwaukee, WI 53204. Online registration ends at 2pm CST on Tues, May 6.   Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the night’s theme, told without notes. Come just to listen – or throw your name in the hat for a chance to share a true story! At the end of the night, the audience votes by secret ballot to choose an Audience Favorite and our secret judges will select a Judges Favorite! There will be opportunities for youth to be a paid storyteller or volunteer, with extra cash prizes for the Audience Favorite and Judges Favorite. The audience can also be a part of the storytelling by submitting UltraShorts! These are “ultra-short” stories on the night’s theme that will be read onstage by the emcee. This event is free, but space is limited, so use the "Add To Cart" button below to reserve your spot. There will be opportunities for youth to be a paid storyteller or volunteer, with extra cash prizes for Audience Favorite and Judges Favorite! Use this Google Form to guarantee yourself a spot. Attendees need to RSVP, even if you have filled out the form to participate as a volunteer or storyteller.
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  • Deaf Stories Project StorySlam 4/25

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    Experience the power of storytelling in ASL!

    Date: Friday, April 25, 2025 Time: 6:00pm entry, 7pm stories Location: Centennial Hall, Milwaukee Central Library, 733 N 8th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233 Online registration ends at 2 pm CST on 4/25; tickets will be available at the door. 
    The 6th Annual Deaf Stories Project StorySlam is an evening of true and personal stories told by Deaf community members. Storytellers share stories on the night's theme. This event is free and open to the public! ASL to Spoken English Interpretation provided.
    Want to tell your story onstage? Email info@exfabula.org or visit the Story Sign-Up at the slam.
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    StoryStarter Workshop: For the Culture 2/13

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    New to storytelling? Or in need of a refresh on the basics? Want to practice a story to tell at our AfterDark: For The Culture event? This workshop is for you!
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    *This Brave Space workshop is an affinity space for Black and Brown community members. 
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    Date: Thursday, February 13 Time: 5:15pm-6:15pm
    Location: Radio Milwaukee, 220 E Pittsburgh Ave
    Doors Open: 5:00pm Price: FREE
    Online tickets sales are now closed. Sign up with the Workshop Host at 5:00pm to participate!
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    This workshop takes place directly before the AfterDark: For the Culture event and is meant to be a place to workshop a story you might want to tell on-stage later that night. If you aren't ready to throw your name in the hat, no worries! This space is open to anyone who is interested in becoming a better storyteller, and is a perfect way for you to connect with other storytellers before our StorySlam!
    In this workshop experienced storytelling coaches will guide you through an interactive training covering the need-to-know details of the craft. Discover, shape and share your stories with confidence. Space is limited, reserve a spot today!
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    This workshop gives you...
    • A step-by-step guide to crafting a story
    • The confidence to someday tell your story on our stage
    • Simple storytelling framework you can use everyday
    • The tools to become a superb storyteller or public speaker
       
    Registering for the workshop does not register you for the StorySlam. You must purchase an additional ticket here. *This Brave Space workshop is an affinity space for Black and Brown community members.   
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  • StoryStarter Workshop: For the Culture 11/15

    $0.00
    New to storytelling? Or in need of a refresh on the basics? Want to practice a story to tell at our AfterDark: For The Culture event? This workshop is for you!
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    *This Brave Space workshop is an affinity space for Black and Brown community members. 
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    Date: Friday, November 15 Time: 5:15pm-6:15pm
    Location: Radio Milwaukee, 220 E Pittsburgh Ave
    Doors Open: 5:00pm Price: FREE
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    This workshop takes place directly before the AfterDark: For the Culture event and is meant to be a place to workshop a story you might want to tell on-stage later that night. If you aren't ready to throw your name in the hat, no worries! This space is open to anyone who is interested in becoming a better storyteller, and is a perfect way for you to connect with other storytellers before our StorySlam!
    In this workshop experienced storytelling coaches will guide you through an interactive training covering the need-to-know details of the craft. Discover, shape and share your stories with confidence. Space is limited, reserve a spot today!
    .
    This workshop gives you...
    • A step-by-step guide to crafting a story
    • The confidence to someday tell your story on our stage
    • Simple storytelling framework you can use everyday
    • The tools to become a superb storyteller or public speaker
       
    Registering for the workshop does not register you for the StorySlam. You must purchase an additional ticket here. *This Brave Space workshop is an affinity space for Black and Brown community members.   
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    AfterDark: For the Culture 2/13

    $0.00 – $12.00

    AfterDark: For The Culture - Stories, spoken word, and poetry that represents YOU.

    Date: Thursday, February 13 Time: 6:30pm event entry, 7pm start Location: Radio Milwaukee, 220 E Pittsburgh Ave Cost: Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Online tickets sales are now closed. Purchase tickets at the Will Call table at 6:30pm while supplies last! “AfterDark: For The Culture” – a night celebrating Black and Brown voices. Come listen to some of Milwaukee’s favorite storytellers or drop your name for a chance to share an original poem or true, personal story on "culture." You can also submit an UltraShort! These are short stories (a few sentences) on the night’s theme that the emcee reads on stage. (They can be anonymous!) Get feedback on your piece, or connect with other storytellers, in our FREE, pre-show workshop. HYFIN x Ex Fabula: connecting the culture through stories. We’re excited to see you. Thanks to the AD:FTC funders: Greater Milwaukee Foundation, CAMPAC, Ex Fabula members, Herzfeld Foundation, Charles E. Kubly Foundation, Wisconsin Arts Board and We Energies Foundation  
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    AfterDark: For the Culture 11/15

    $0.00 – $12.00

    AfterDark: For The Culture - Stories, spoken word, and poetry that represents YOU.

    Date: Friday, November 15 Time: 6:30pm event entry, 7pm start Location: Radio Milwaukee, 220 E Pittsburgh Ave Cost: Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Advanced online ticket sales ended at 2pm on November 15, 2024. Tickets can be purchased at the door at 6:30pm if space remains. “AfterDark: For The Culture” – a night celebrating Black and Brown voices. Come listen to some of Milwaukee’s favorite storytellers or drop your name for a chance to share an original poem or true, personal story on "culture." You can also submit an UltraShort! These are short stories (a few sentences) on the night’s theme that the emcee reads on stage. (They can be anonymous!) Get feedback on your piece, or connect with other storytellers, in our FREE, pre-show workshop. HYFIN x Ex Fabula: connecting the culture through stories. We’re excited to see you.  
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