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Free Full-Day Storytelling Workshop and Concert
with Diane Ferlatte
Diane Ferlatte is an international storyteller and leader in the multicultural renaissance of the oral tradition. She blends inventive stagecraft with the skills of acting to create multiple characters for each story. Diane Ferlatte works to preserve traditional folk history, culture and value. She weaves tales from many cultures.
Concert: Thursday, September 4, 7:30 pm
The Fruits of Our Roots: Stories of Africa and African-Americans
StoryLab: Friday, September 5, 9:30 am- 4:30 pm
From the Cultural to the Personal: Bringing Stories to Life
North Dade Regional Library
2455 NW 183rd Street, North Miami, Fl
Ms. Ferlatte will explore memories, thoughts, and feelings from a cultural and personal perspective. Exchanging stories may be the best way to understand other cultures and ourselves. Participants will discover the power of a well-told tale through small group exercise and presentations. She will discuss how to: effectively share your story, get in touch with the whole story, use verbal and nonverbal techniques, and give new relevance to traditional folktales by relating them to individual experience.
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This is a free concert and workshop. Donations accepted.
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Space is limited, registration required.
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Snack and water will be provided. Participants should bring a bag lunch.
A StoryLab is an educational workshop sponsored by Florida Storytelling Association and community groups to offer the best in free or low-cost storytelling training.
Co-sponsored by Miami-Dade Public Library System, the South Florida Storytelling Project at, Florida Atlantic University with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Mayor and the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners.
