• Tales From Milwaukee: Stories of neighborhood happenings, local legends and city pride

    Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 Time:  6:30pm doors, 7pm stories. Location: MiSA - Mitchell Street Arts, 710 W Historic Mitchell St, Milwaukee, WI 53204 Cost:  $12 advance / $15 at the door if tickets remain. Limited Pay-it-forward tickets available! Advance ticket sales end March 26 at 2pm CST. Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the night’s theme, told without props or notes. Come just to listen – or throw your name in the hat for a chance to share a true story related to the theme of "Tales From Milwaukee". At the end of the night, the audience votes by secret ballot to crown an Audience Favorite, who will be invited to share a story at ALL STARS in May. 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.
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  • Small Wins: Stories of baby steps, incremental growth, and finding joy in the process

    Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025 Time:  6:30pm doors, 7pm stories. Location: Interchange Theater, 628 N 10th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233 Cost:  $12 advance / $15 at the door if tickets remain. Limited Pay-it-forward tickets available! Advance ticket sales end February 26 at 2pm CST. Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the night’s theme, told without props or notes. Come just to listen – or throw your name in the hat for a chance to share a true story related to the theme of "Small Wins". At the end of the night, the audience votes by secret ballot to crown an Audience Favorite, who will be invited to share a story at ALL STARS in May. 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.  
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  • StorySlam: Pets 9/26

    $0.00$12.00

    Pets: scaly, furry and feathery animal companions

    Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024 Time:  6:30pm doors, 7pm stories. Location: Sugar Maple,  441 E Lincoln Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207 Cost:  $12 advance / $15 at the door if tickets remain. Limited Pay-it-forward tickets available! Advance ticket sales end September 26 at 2pm CST. Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the night’s theme, told without props or notes. Come just to listen – or throw your name in the hat for a chance to share a true story related to the theme of Pets. At the end of the night, the audience votes by secret ballot to crown an Audience Favorite, who will be invited to share a story at ALL STARS in May. 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. Thank you to Ex Fabula event sponsor LuLu Cafe & Bar! Lulu Cafe & Bar Logo. Black text surrounded by black stars on white background.
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  • Missed Connections: Stories of the one that got away, delayed flights and lost opportunities

    Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024 Time:  6:30pm doors, 7pm stories. Location: Next Act Theater, 255 S Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53204 Cost:  $12 advance / $15 at the door if tickets remain. Limited Pay-it-forward tickets available! Advance ticket sales end December 3 at 2pm CST. Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the night’s theme, told without props or notes. Come just to listen – or throw your name in the hat for a chance to share a true story related to the theme of "Missed Connections". At the end of the night, the audience votes by secret ballot to crown an Audience Favorite, who will be invited to share a story at ALL STARS in May. 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.
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  • Found Family: Stories of play cousins, queerplatonic love, kinship, friendship and neighborly bonds

    Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2025 Time:  6:30pm doors, 7pm stories. Location: Anodyne - Walker's Point, 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI 53204 Cost:  $12 advance / $15 at the door if tickets remain. Limited Pay-it-forward tickets available! Advance ticket sales end January 21 at 2pm CST. Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the night’s theme, told without props or notes. Come just to listen – or throw your name in the hat for a chance to share a true story related to the theme of "Found Family". At the end of the night, the audience votes by secret ballot to crown an Audience Favorite, who will be invited to share a story at ALL STARS in May. 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.
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  • Sponsorship

    $250.00$20,000.00

    Why should my organization sponsor Ex Fabula?

    Ex Fabula sponsorship will build awareness of your business or community group while demonstrating your commitment to uplifting the voices and stories of community members and Ex Fabula's equity focused storytelling efforts. There are 2 kinds of sponsorship, each with different benefits.
    • Ex Fabula Season sponsorship: full season or single event (available in early summer 2024)
    • Real Stories MKE (RSM) Radio show and podcast sponsorship
    Here's the full sponsorship package details including the benefit breakdown: S16 Sponsor levels Interested in discussing? Contact us!
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  • Work one-on-one with an experienced storytelling coach!
  • Support Ex Fabula's mission and receive great benefits!
  • Support Ex Fabula's mission and receive great benefits!
  • Support Ex Fabula's mission and receive great benefits!
  • Gift Card

    $10.00$100.00
    These are electronic gift cards. At checkout, please note the following in the customer notes field:
    • name of gift recipient
    • email address of gift recipient
    • preferred date of delivery, if any
    • a special message to include, if any
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  • Out of stock
    Date: Thursday, March 21st, 2024 Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm Location: The Cooperage, 822 S Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53204 Online ticket sales ended at 2pm CST March 21st. Tickets may be available at the door if supplies last. Join us for Ex Fabula’s Birthday Bash to celebrate the last 15 years and support Ex Fabula’s ongoing work to build community and foster empathy! The Birthday Bash is a party and a fundraiser that will include:
    • Snacks, drinks, and music
    • Booths with interactive activities
    • A unique silent auction that highlights Ex Fabula's work and mission
    • And a dance party to end the night!
    Each ticket includes:
    • One free drink (two if you are a member!)
    • A selection of hors d'oeuvres
    • A unique bag of party favors
    Tickets start at $35, but if you are interested in supporting this event at a higher level, please consider our Friend of Ex Fabula or Champion of Ex Fabula ticket options. Friends and Champions will be recognized on event signage!
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