Storytelling is an art form as old as human civilization and there has never been a better time to explore personal stories from the heart than in this current moment. Our stories are dovetailing into the global narrative, resulting in powerful tales yearning to be told. Whether you have a solo show dying to be birthed or you want to hone your storytelling skills for professional reasons, this class will help you harness your creativity, trust your instincts, quiet your inner critic, and find your unique voice. Through acting, improv, and writing exercises, we will get that story out of your head and into the world.
Instructor: Joyful Simpson is an acclaimed actor, director, and “story midwife” known for solo shows that tackle taboo issues with nuance and humor. Born into an iconic political theatre lineage, she has been creating original work for over 20 years. Her comedy Sexual Tomboy was hailed by the SF Chronicle as “one of the funniest shows now on display,” won Best of Fringe SF 2016, and ran off-Broadway in 2017. Her latest show Breed or Bust was a critical success at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe, earning an Offey nomination. “Joyful Raven’s masterful approach to storytelling and exquisite performance skills elevate her work to another level.” — Theatre Weekly UK. The show also enjoyed a sold-out run at The Marsh in San Francisco. Joyful holds an MFA from UC Davis.
- Mon 7–10pm
2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2 (no class 2/16)
$295
