Master the art of live storytelling: 6-week course

Everyone has a story to tell.
The challenge is knowing how to tell it.

In this dynamic, multi-session workshop for adults, you’ll learn how to shape personal experiences into compelling stories—and share them in a way that truly connects with an audience.

What is storytelling?

Storytelling is the age-old art of sharing stories live—without reading from a page. It’s spontaneous, expressive, and often playful. A story might be carefully crafted or loosely improvised, grounded in truth or enhanced with a touch of theatrical flair.

Across cultures, storytelling has always been a way to entertain, teach, preserve history, and pass on meaning. If you’re curious about the style explored in this workshop, you might recognise it in performances by Mike Birbiglia or platforms like The Moth.

What to expect

This workshop is hands-on, interactive, and supportive. Over the course of the programme, you will:

• Learn how to retell an existing story in your own voice

• Discover and develop a personal story worth sharing

• Identify the message at the heart of your narrative

• Build confidence in telling stories aloud

There will be writing exercises, group activities, and playful storytelling games designed to help you grow step by step.

What this workshop is not

• It’s not about reading written texts aloud

• It’s not a therapy session—though we will thoughtfully explore personal experiences as creative material

What to bring

Just bring a notebook and pen—and an open mind.
You don’t need to arrive with a story; we’ll help you find one.

Schedule

This 5-week workshop unfolds over six evenings:

• Monday 1 June, 19:00–21:00

• Monday 8 June, 19:00–21:00

• Monday 15 June, 19:00–21:00

• Monday 22 June, 19:00–21:00

• Monday 29 June, 19:00–21:00

• Monday 6 July, 19:00–21:00 — Showcase evening

Each session builds on the last, so attending all sessions—especially the first five—is strongly recommended.

The final evening offers a chance to share your story with the group in a relaxed and supportive setting (participation is always optional).

Practical details

• Tea and coffee are included

• You’re welcome to bring your own food

• Short refreshment breaks will be provided

• Places are limited, so advance registration is required

About the instructor

Jess Bauldry is a journalist, writer, and stand-up performer with a passion for storytelling. She holds an MA in Creative Writing from the University of Hull and trained in storytelling at Mezrab. A UK/Luxembourg national, she is also the co-founder of the feminist comedy festival Festrogen.

This workshop is organised with the generous support of Cid Fraen an Gender. The venue is located on the second floor and is wheelchair accessible.