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Free Family Storytelling Concert in Broomfield

Contributed by: Renee Fajardo-Anstine on 4/1/2008

The 33rd Annual Rocky Mountain Storytellers Conference
To Be Held April 25th-26th in Broomfield

The Rocky Mountain Storytellers Conference (RMSC) will present its 33rd annual conference on Friday and Saturday, April 25th-26th at the Broomfield Auditorium, 3 Community Park Road, Broomfield, Colorado.

This two-day annual event brings together local and national storytellers in the Rocky Mountain region's most prestigious showcase of master storytellers. This year's theme is "Story Garden: From Seeds to Blossoms."

Along with other tellers and presenters, the conference will feature two storytellers who have been instrumental in helping educators and business professionals nationwide incorporate storytelling into the everyday world of the community. As the highlight of the conference, they will perform a free storytelling showcase on Friday, April 25th, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Broomfield Auditorium.

Featured tellers are:

Laura Simms, internationally renowned storyteller, writer, teacher, and activist. Her remarkable performances of traditional stories interwoven with personal narrative have earned worldwide recognition and honors since 1968. Laura has created an irresistible style that bridges ancient oral tradition and performance art. She offers diverse material, humor, and range of characterizations. Her warmth and depth of understanding profoundly affect listeners.

Kate Lutz, who speaks the universal language of stories, inviting all to laugh, cry, and wish. Her unique blend of personal, traditional, and historical stories magically transforms the audience. Her upbeat style entertains audiences, young and old alike. From the observations of an old west madam to watching an ancient turtle lay eggs under a star-filled sky, Kate's stories are comfort food for the heart.

Former RMSC president Carl Ruby, co-author of Holy Mole Guacamole and Other Tummy Tales, said "This is a wonderful event to bring the whole family to. The art of the story is being lost, and we really want to be able to bring home the importance of passing on the magic and wonder of the oral tradition. Story is a bonding experience and is a lovely way to weave together the past with the present and step into the future, well prepared for all of life's challenges. We cannot forget those we speak of in story. From ancient times, this has been one of humanity's greatest gifts to the world."

The RMSC welcomes all community members to attend this year's events. Its hands-on workshops, storytelling sessions, and in-depth professional skill building programs will be open to the public. The fee is $55 for one day or $90 for both days.

On Saturday, April 26th, Sondra Singer and Linda Jacobson will conduct a special workshop entitled, "Be Heard by the 'Other' Side - Using Stories to Build Bridges." So often, we push people away when we want them to see our point of view. This program will teach the use of personal stories, folktales, and myths to illustrate larger issues and to help us build bridges between seeming antagonists. This is a public service workshop aimed at mental health professionals, public service employees, clergy, and educators. Those interested only in this special workshop may attend for $20. It is included in the $55 one-day fee and the $90 two-day fee. The Friday night storytelling showcase is free and open to the public.

For full information on the conference, including fees, programs, and other storytellers involved with the event, please visit http://www.rmstory.org. or call 720-329-0869


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