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Rock the Zoom! - online workshop

  • Hosted by Australian Storytellers Online event through Zoom Sydney - AEDT Australian Eastern Daylight Saving time (map)

Explore and play with ideas for presenting engaging storytelling via zoom.

Workshop - This “movin' & groovin’,” fast-paced participatory workshop will poke and prod, joke and cheer, coach and craft a dynamic (inter)active performance with you using three tales. Jeff Gere’s ‘call & response’ version of ‘Bird with Hurt Wingʻ (Tongue-cut Sparrow) guides and introduces this kinesthetic method. Then two groups will each explore different short tales (in various ways) with time for coaching, comments & sharing- two hours will FLY! Learn physically in a physically active, social, participatory style. FUN! Here’s a JOYFUL session for all ages at any level. Rock the Zoom! Handout included.

Jeff Gere is one of Hawai`i’s most popular storytellers. He is a a visual artist, shadow puppeteer, and kinesthetic aerobic raconteur. Born on Halloween, Jeff is the retired 'Drama Specialist’ for Honolulu’s Parks Department (30 years!) where he created, produced the largest storytelling event in Hawaii (27 years), and spin-off radio & TV series. Retired to start 2015, Jeff toured lots (in Asia, Hawaii, & west coast, and one visit to Oz)) before covid hit. Heʻs produced & performed virtually since. Heʻs doing 13 (live) Spooky Shows in October for his 70th Birthday.

When:  Saturday 15th October 2pm - 4pm - AEDT

Delivered by Zoom - Zoom link will be provided 

Cost:   $25 - NSW Storytelling Guild members,  $35 - non-members

Bookings through Humanitix   

Enquiries and expressions of interest: Email info@storytellersnsw.org.au