I have to tell you, doing a one-person show has enough ups and downs to last a lifetime. As I take some time to process what to do next with the performance, life goes on. That means back to the firehouse running calls. Back to the classroom teaching. Back to being the official Uber ofContinue reading “Where can you find me next?”
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Rated 4/5 Stars
After my first weekend of doing shows, I’ve gotten all kinds of good, actionable feedback about my show, “Black Smoke Showing: Stories of African American Firefighters.” People helping me with the show have offered tips. Friends and family have told me what they loved and laughed at. People who saw the 45-minute version and gaveContinue reading “Rated 4/5 Stars”
One More Show!
What a weekend! It’s been thrilling, exhausting, full of action, and full of laughs all the way through. It’s one thing to put together a project that you think might work. But to see it actually work is truly reaffirming its purpose. I so appreciate all that have made it out already. There is stillContinue reading “One More Show!”
Save the Date!
Between 20 -23 Feb 2024, the Black Speaker Network will be spotlighting speakers for Black History Month. I get to be one of those speakers! It’s virtual and pre-recorded. Times will be between 6 – 9 PM EST. Stay connected to my blog to find out what time slot I get and how to register.Continue reading “Save the Date!”
Upcoming Events
It’s been a while since I’ve told you all what I’m doing. Trust me when I tell you, there’s always plenty to do. My event schedule is starting to fill up again. I don’t have all the info just yet, but here is what to be on the lookout for: I’m waiting to hear backContinue reading “Upcoming Events”
Upcoming Performances in April
April has arrived, and I get to do 2 awesome events. I’ll perform with Story Extreme next week (10 Apr), talking about Awkward conversations. There is still time to get those tickets. On 22 Apr, I’m excited to announce I’ll be doing my first-ever TEDx talk in Woodbridge, VA. I’ll get to combine comedy, storytelling,Continue reading “Upcoming Performances in April”
Using Structure in Your Story: Guidelines for Picking a Structure
With 19 story structures talked about last blog post, there is not a shortage of ways to structure your story. Now the question is “Which one do you use?”. The answer: “It varies. In the time I have been telling stories, I have learned that there are few absolutes. So I’m not going to giveContinue reading “Using Structure in Your Story: Guidelines for Picking a Structure”
Blog Series “Using structure in your story”
Once, while working as a firefighter, the officer was off from work. As the acting officer for the day, I was responsible for getting things done. On a big whiteboard in the office, I listed all the things we had to do for the day. I left for a moment and when I came back,Continue reading “Blog Series “Using structure in your story””
What’s the One thing – where to find stories
I once had a speaking mentor that said “Nick, I want you to write down 1 story from your life every day.” I said “Great! But what do I do when I’m out at the end of the week?” Turns out, I have never run out. I have stories in varying stages of creation justContinue reading “What’s the One thing – where to find stories”
“What’s the One Thing?” series – tips for telling a story on stage
Last week, I got a chance to sit in the audience and watch The Moth Grandslam in Washington DC. Ten winners of the monthly storytelling shows that have taken place in the DC area get to tell another story at the historic Lincoln Theater to over 1000 people. I’ve been in a Grandslam before. It’sContinue reading ““What’s the One Thing?” series – tips for telling a story on stage”
Stories, Jokes, and Talks with Folks 