GAIL THOMAS

STORYTELLER: Writer • Actor • Coach

Classes

Classes

2022 Upcoming GROUP Storytelling classes and workshops

BREAKING NEWS!! NEW IN-PERSON STORYTELLING CLASS STARTING SOON!! 

NYC/Cobble Hill folks! Want to learn how to tell a great personal story? 

Stories foster empathy & understanding, connecting human to human, performer to audience. 

Pre-class interview and proof of vaccination required. 

 

STORYTELLING FOR PERFORMANCE & CREATIVE DEVELOPMENT   

Master Storyteller Instructor Gail Thomas will be teaching an in-person, small group (4-6 people), 6-week class. Mostly Mondays 6-9pm 

DATES/TIME: 

  • Mondays, November 7, 14 – 6-9pm
  • Sundays, November 20th (instead of Nov 21st/Thanksgiving week) 6-9pm
  • Mondays, November 28, December 5th & 12th 6-9pm

LOCATION: Cobble Hill/Brooklyn Heights (near Swallow Cafe on Atlantic Ave/Clinton St)

PRICE: $375/person for 6 weeks (payable via Venmo, paypal or zelle. 

Learn how to take personal memories/moments and create meaningful stories that surprise (even) you and engage your audience. Whether you’re already a seasoned performer/writer or looking to ignite your creativity, writing, and communication skills, this oral storytelling class is for you. It’s a perfect introduction to the transformational world of storytelling.  

In the first & second class, we’ll cover the basics of narrative story structure, adding elements like sensorial details, emotional arc, suspense, theme, humor and authenticity. You’ll learn what makes for a great story. There will be interactive exercises and prompts to help you brainstorm new stories and/or fine tune the stories that you’re already sharing. You’ll share early story ideas with each other, and learn how to give supportive feedback. 

In the classes that follow, we’ll dig deeper as you practice skills by telling your stories orally and receiving constructive feedback from Gail and classmates. With these simple tools, you’ll surprise yourself and your audience. Classes are adapted to the individual and group dynamic. Each class builds on the previous. Join us!!

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Contact gailthomas.storyteller@gmail.com for more info.