Category: Learn to Tell a Story
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A Sample Story for You to Tell
Toronto storyteller Dan Yashinsky shares one of many folklore stories that you could use.
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How Do You Learn a Story?
Learn your story not by heart, but with your heart! Traditional tales have been told for generations, each teller changing and adapting the tale to meet the needs of the time and the audience. Develop your own version of the story you wish to tell. Consider how you feel most comfortable learning other things and…
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How Do You Chose Which Story to Tell?
Many people find it easier to tell stories which have their roots in their own culture. Make this a starting point. However, if a particular culture holds a great deal of interest for you do not be afraid to explore tales from that culture. Many storytellers advise starting with Folktales, Myths and Legends which have…
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Where do I Find A Story?
Stories can be found in books, magazines and newspapers, on the internet, radio and television. They lurk in our memories; there are stories all around us. Your local library is a good starting place.
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Why Do We Tell Stories?
We tell each other stories quite naturally as part of our everyday life. We need look no further for proof of this than the snatches of conversation overheard at work, at play, or on the bus. Telling stories gives us the opportunity to express emotion and to use our imaginations with a freedom no other…