PERFORMED STORYTELLING
Performed Storytelling
Senior 1 + 2
The Craft of Weaving NEW!
Based on A Weave of Words by multiple award-winners: Robert D. San Souci and Raul Colón (illust.)
A rich and powerful king falls for the weaver’s daughter, whom he immediately wants to marry … but she quickly replies: “Once you learn to read and write, and learn a trade…” The young monarch is soon to discover that his newly-acquired weaving skill can release him from captivity, and allow him to return to the haven of his palace and clever wife.
Students will be invited to follow the character arcs and the balanced blend of male and female energies. Tapestries as a national symbol in Armenian life and a slow look at Raul Colon’s art are also part of the experience.
Analogue versions of the same story are provided to discuss universal themes and symbols.
Senior 1 + 2
Inner Wisdom in Water Stories
Based on The Seal Catcher and The Selkies from:
Celtic Tales – Fairy Tale and Stories of Enchantment from Ireland, Scotland, Brittany and Wales. Designed by Emily Dubin. Illustrated by Kate Forrester. Text adapted by Mirabelle Korn
Seals are magical creatures in Scottish folklore, and the sea is a universal symbol for psychic energy and flow. What can happen to a seal-catcher if forced down into the ocean? What lessons are to be learnt and what healing properties can he bring to his soul?
Students are also invited to generate new narratives, prompted by conversations on the symbols and images in this ancient literary piece. The Hero’s Journey is also discussed.
Celtic music with evocative lyrics open and close the session.
Senior 1 + 2 + 3
The Art of Story Weaving
Based on The Storyteller
Written and illustrated by Evan Turk
A boy goes on a personal quest to search for water in the dry Kingdom of Morocco. He is soon to discover that in the joy of storytelling, abundance and gratitude flow. A bluebird, a blue spindle and a brass cup full of cool water are some of the symbols in this frame narrative, where the weaving of stories allows the young protagonist to outwit Sand Storm and save a village and its people.
Themes: the power of storytelling, coming-of-age, creativity and empowerment. Symbols and the use of framed stories are discussed.
Senior 2 and up
The Art of Deception
Based on Marionettes. Inc by Ray Bradbury
What does it take to fake an identity? What’s real and what is not?
Matt Wray’s brilliant performed storytelling of Marionettes allows students to dive into the dual world of appearance and reality. An interesting discussion on Artificial Intelligence is led at the end of the session. What makes us human? What allows us to build a sense of self and individuate? How can AI assist us in this process?
Senior 3 and up
The emotional craft of storytelling NEW!
Based on memorable poetry and short fiction.
Students are led on a stimulating journey through narrative poems and suspenseful short fiction. The invitation is to enjoy, and discover how the emotional craft of storytelling thrives on the artful combination of words in short narratives. Participants will be invited to choose telling words and phrases to go on their own writing adventure as a post-workshop activity. Selection of poems and stories on request.
TRAVELLING LIBRARIES
with Notable Books from the ILA Special Interest Group
on Children and Young Adult Literature
One case with 25 books visits schools to spread the word about global issues of the day.
Great entry points into social studies and multicultural understanding.
Graphic novels + Historical Fiction + Fantasy + Poetry
International Literacy Association-Notable Books for a Global Society.
Prof. María Teresa Manteo was a NBGS Committee Member in the 2022-2024 Selection of Books
HIGHLIGHTS
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A special synergy around stories, books and art.
Benefits for schools adopting Performed Storytelling and Travelling Libraries in the same school year.
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