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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Where am I Telling Stories and Jokes and Talks with Folks this Month?
The month of May is here! in between working, learning, and taking care of family life, I get to do what I enjoy; telling stories and jokes and talking to folks. Where will it all take place? Here’s the listing for the month of May: 3 May 2024 – I’ll be in Washington, DC atContinue reading “Where am I Telling Stories and Jokes and Talks with Folks this Month?”
The Last Show is Here!
Tomorrow is it! The last performance I have at Artomatic. If you haven’t made it here yet, I’d love to see you at the show. Get there early, check out the exhibits, and make it in time for my show. See below for all the info you need to get there.
The Next Show is Saturday!
Tomorrow is the second show! Looking forward to trying some new things with the stories I’m telling. Come enjoy a show while you learn about the fire service! In my show, I will combine comedy and storytelling to tell stories about African Americans in the fire service. There will be three shows, each slightly differentContinue reading “The Next Show is Saturday!”
45 Minutes of Fire Service Stories!
Are you in the Washington, DC area in April? If so, I’d love to have you come check out my show during the 25th Artomatic! What is Artomatic? Don’t worry; I asked the same question a few months ago. The simple version is that it’s an art festival that takes over a renovated office buildingContinue reading “45 Minutes of Fire Service Stories!”
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”
Blog series “So, Just Hear Me Out…”
What I love about the internet is that you can find countless amounts of information about any given subject. What I hate about the internet is that you can find countless amounts of information about any given subject. How am I supposed to try to know what to do with so many choices? You’re talkingContinue reading “Blog series “So, Just Hear Me Out…””
Using Structure in Your Story: Final Thoughts
Over the last few weeks, I’m hoping you learned some new things about crafting your story in a way that compels people to listen to your story. We talked about: What story structure is Different types of story structure Some ways to use story structure Story structure goes through all the genres of storytelling. FromContinue reading “Using Structure in Your Story: Final Thoughts”
Stories, Jokes, and Talks with Folks 