Podcasts about portland story theater

Oh that nagging feeling of not being enough can drive you mad until you simply let go and be... Lynne is curious about all branches of human learning. She has an inexhaustible amount of creative energy that she channels into evangelizing about story and the importance it plays in our lives. A true urbanite and Portland native, Lynne co-founded Portland Story Theater with Lawrence Howard 15 years ago. URBAN TELLERS June 7, 2019 SO IT GOES Lynne Duddy live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

A gentleman of a certain age wonders about the unknown and unknowable future as he enters the third act of his three- act play. Lawrence Howard has been a hippie woodworker, a legal researcher, an Armchair Adventurer, a lover of limericks, and the self-proclaimed but undisputed barbecue king of Nassau County, NY. He is also a co-founder of Portland Story Theater. URBAN TELLERS June 7, 2019 SO IT GOES Lawrence Howard live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

Sometimes, it is a single event that forever changes your life. This will be Lynn’s last story with Portland Story Theater. She is leaving Portland and heading to parts unknown. Being a part of Urban Tellers and sharing a dozen stories with all of you, has been the best time ever. But, her gypsy soul beckons and new adventures await. So...goodbye, farewell, adios, sayonara, auf Wiedersehen, bye-bye, so long, cheerio, ta-ta for now! URBAN TELLERS June 7, 2019 SO IT GOES Lynn Fitch live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

This is the story of growing up in a beautiful and isolated place in the country, and a series of childhood encounters that obstructed that beauty for many years. But new experiences of love and connection helped me find my way back home. A psychologist in private practice, Amanda spends much of her free time hanging out with her cute husband and dogs, reading fun books, and thinking about taking a nap. This is her sixth story with Portland Story Theater. URBAN TELLERS May 3, 2019 ALL THESE MOMENTS HAVE LED ME HERE Amanda Starr live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

Bill has been living in two countries for the last 40 years. He says, “It’s like having one foot on the dock and the other on the boat.” As he approaches retirement and prepares for this next stage of life, he has chosen to embrace his ‘inner artist.’ Tonight marks his debut as an Urban Teller with Portland Story Theater. From an early age, Bill believed he would never be able swim, so when life presented him with an opportunity to overcome the fear he had carried for more than 50 years, he determined to challenge his fear by making a long distance swim that changed his self-image and outlook on life. URBAN TELLERS May 3, 2019 ALL THESE MOMENTS HAVE LED ME HERE Bill Stenson live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

There is no illusion more potent than planning for a future that can’t exist. Tracking her subconscious through a country still uncharted, Joan-Carrol Baron maps the mysteries of life through acting, writing, and sculpting in The Land of Good Enough. This is her second story with Portland Story Theater. KISS AND TELL February 8, 2018 Joan-Carrol Baron live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Susannah gathers Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy, founders of Portland Story Theater––the premier storytelling organization in the Pacific Northwest––with storyteller Warren McPherson to explore the art of storytelling and its role in community building. Check it out, and then catch McPherson's upcoming show at the Fertile Ground Festival! Catch _You Were Supposed To Be This Great Thing_, February 2, 2019, at The Old Church Concert Hall and visit pdxstorytheater.org for Portland Story Theater's current offerings.

With great love comes great responsibility. How do you keep someone’s memory alive after they’re gone? Robyn shares her own experience of trying to honor her beloved grandmother. Robyn is a Portland Story Theater board member. She is a mother of two and a sitting state court judge. This is her second Urban Tellers® storytelling. URBAN TELLERS May 5, 2018 LOOKING FOR SOME ANSWERS Robyn Ridler Aoyagi live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

How hard is it to NOT have sex? Turns out, not that hard. Warren wants everyone to know that he has, in fact, had sex... more than once. He's not keeping a running total or anything. If he were though...his best guess would be 467 times. Warren has told with Portland Story Theater on several occasions in the past. He doesn't know the exact number of times.... but lots. KISS AND TELL February 10, 2018 Warren McPherson live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

After a lifetime of being a “good girl”, this summer Leah Carey threw out all the rules and departed on a year-long road trip around the country, landing in Portland just in time to take the Art of Personal Narrative workshop with Portland Story Theater. Leah talks with Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard about how all along the way, she has been rediscovering her long-buried sense of fun, adventure, and sexuality.

Kathy Gillis tells her coming-of-age story about playing the hand you are given, making choices and discovering the light within. Then she shares the experience she had discovering and crafting this story with Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater. MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Since childhood, Yashar Vasef has tackled issues of identity. Most importantly, he is coming to grips with the empowerment that comes through owning a label. Yashar shares his story and then talks with Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater about how he came to tell this story. MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Beth Rogers comes from a clan of feisty “Pittsburgh Irish” who learned quite a lot about life from her father, including how to box. Beth shares her story about her relationship with her father... even with the ghost of her father, and then talks with Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater. MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Julie Rosenberg's story takes place during a 10-day Vipassana meditation retreat. In a profound and hilarious process of self-discovery, Julie shares her story and then talks with Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater. MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Sometimes we get lucky and are given the kind of father-love that gives us the resilience to live life to the max. Talen Nikolai Moe talks with Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater about his creative process aka 'The Moe Method,' and the story behind his relationship with his Grandfather Petter. MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

What you think is just a secret creative project can have a much more lasting impact. Beth Duckles talks with Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater about how her selfie-a-day project gave her much more than she expected. MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

What does God expect from us? What does Mom expect? What does “perfect” mean and where do we go when we die? Stay tuned for the answers to these and other important questions when David Dale shares his story and then talks with Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater. MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Following a vision, a young man returns to Arkansas to make peace with his father, and discovers a hero. After receiving his training at Circle in the Square Theatre School in NYC, Daniel has acted on stages across the country. He believes that laughter is the best medicine for almost everything. Daniel is thrilled to be telling for the fifth time with Portland Story Theater. Urban Tellers® June 2, 2017 SEASON FINALE Daniel LaForce live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Warren McPherson “Self-Love in an Elevator” This is not a story about masturbating in a lift. This is a tale about owning up to who you are; whether it be bad, or good. Warren really wants you to know he loves telling stories, even if he comes off looking like a fool in the end. Actually, he especially likes telling those ones. But, he is working on that. Warren is an integral part of Portland Story Theater and we’re happy to have him back on stage telling another story. Urban Tellers® May 5, 2017 FOUND AND LOST Warren McPherson live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

A recovering Catholic, Lynne still carries the hope of being saved from the gritty struggle of life by blind faith or by magic. Brigid – saint and goddess -- has always inspired her to live boldly. St. Paddy's March 10, 2017 LUCK OF THE IRISH Lynne Duddy live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Presented by Portland Story Theater pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Since childhood, Yashar has tackled issues of identity. Most importantly, he is coming to grips with the empowerment that comes through owning a label. Yashar is currently Operations and Development Manager at Portland Story Theater and volunteers with local and international nonprofits. Urban Tellers® April 6 & 7, 2017 WE ARE ALL FROM SOMEWHERE Yashar Vasef live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Cynthia came to Portland Story Theater through their one-day Storytelling Bootcamp and she was hooked. Her story this evening is about her relationship with her father. Sometimes we want more from people than they are capable of giving and we need to decide if it is good enough. Urban Tellers February 3, 2017 RITES OF PASSAGE Cynthia Hofmann live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU.

Founder of Portland Story Theater, Lynne draws from her rich repertoire of personal experience to create narrative programs for people from all walks of life. She also coaches individuals and conducts workshops in storytelling throughout the Pacific Northwest. Into The Mist is a story about her relationship with her father. Find out more about her at lynneduddy.com Urban Tellers February 3, 2017 RITES OF PASSAGE Lynne Duddy live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU.

Could there be a connection between marshmallows, little boys and firefighters? Find out as Howard Bulick tells the story of young adventure and a mother's really bad day. Howard hails from the Columbia River Gorge and is very excited to be back with Portland Story Theater as part of their On The Road Show. "What I love about personal narrative is the stories are so intense and alive, you just can't make this stuff up." Urban Tellers JANUARY 6, 2017 ON THE ROAD COMING HOME Howard Bulick live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU.

Lynne Duddy is a storyteller who creates captivating stories that draw listeners into the realm of real life. Founder of Portland Story Theater, Lynne draws from her rich repertoire of personal experience to create narrative programs for people from all walks of life. She also coaches individuals and conducts workshops in storytelling throughout the Pacific Northwest. Into The Mist is a story about her relationship with her father. ON THE ROAD SERIES August 25, 2016 Lynne Duddy live in Port Orford, OR Portland Story Theater is hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU.

Lynne Duddy is a science junkie, a lover of African music and a co-founder of Portland Story Theater. Lynne’s story explores the balance between nurture and nature and what determines who we are. Find out more about Lynne at www.lynneduddy.com/ On The Road Series SEPTEMBER 30, 2016 Lynne Duddy live in Dallas, OR Portland Story Theater is hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU.

Could there be a connection between marshmallows, little boys and firefighters? Find out as Howard Bulick tells the story of young adventure and a mother's really bad day. Howard hails from the Columbia River Gorge and is very excited to be back with Portland Story Theater as part of their On The Road Show. "What I love about personal narrative is the stories are so intense and alive, you just can't make this stuff up." On The Road Series SEPTEMBER 30, 2016 Howard Bulick live in Dallas, OR Portland Story Theater is hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU.

Founder of Portland Story Theater, Lawrence Howard is not a real Irishman, but he'd like to play one on TV. And, he's been to Ireland twice... that ought to count for something, right? Lawrence is best known for his Armchair Adventurer series, which includes epic stories about Antarctic exploration, whaling, and other cool stuff. A man who never drinks more than two beers in a calendar year, Lawrence will contribute a couple of Irish limericks along with a traditional Irish legend. LUCK OF THE IRISH March 12, 2016 Lawrence Howard on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater www.portlandstorytheater.com

Brian Ó hAirt is a veritable treasure trove of all things Irish right here in Portland. He is a singer, a concertina player, a penny whistler, a sean nos ("old time," or traditional) dancer, and a fluent speaker of the Irish language. He teaches Irish, performs and tours with his band, Bua, and tonight he is our host and emcee. LUCK OF THE IRISH March 12, 2016 Brian Ó hAirt on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater www.portlandstorytheater.com

Brian Ó hAirt is a veritable treasure trove of all things Irish right here in Portland. He is a singer, a concertina player, a penny whistler, a sean nos ("old time," or traditional) dancer, and a fluent speaker of the Irish language. He teaches Irish, performs and tours with his band, Bua, and tonight he is our host and emcee. LUCK OF THE IRISH March 12, 2016 Brian Ó hAirt on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater www.portlandstorytheater.com

Founder of Portland Story Theater, Lawrence Howard is not a real Irishman, but he'd like to play one on TV. And, he's been to Ireland twice... that ought to count for something, right? Lawrence is best known for his Armchair Adventurer series, which includes epic stories about Antarctic exploration, whaling, and other cool stuff. A man who never drinks more than two beers in a calendar year, Lawrence will contribute a couple of Irish limericks along with a traditional Irish legend. LUCK OF THE IRISH March 12, 2016 Lawrence Howard on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater www.portlandstorytheater.com

The founder of Portland Story Theater, Lynne Duddy is a real Irishwoman and can trace her family's ancestry back to the last pagan king of Ireland. Lynne’s storytelling has been described by The Oregonian as "raw, revealing, and vulnerable" and the story she’s telling tonight is no exception. LUCK OF THE IRISH March 12, 2016 Lynne Duddy on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater www.portlandstorytheater.com

Beth Rogers is one of Portland Story Theater's favorite Urban Tellers® and tonight she’s telling a story about how people we love never really leave us. Beth Rogers comes from a clan of feisty “Pittsburgh Irish” and she loves telling stories, painting, debating philosophy with her girlfriends over lunch and spending time with her family. LUCK OF THE IRISH March 12, 2016 Beth Rogers on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater www.portlandstorytheater.com

"Crazy" is an original song by Werner Krotz-Vogel (guitar) and Claudia Huismann (vocals) from their latest CD album, Spring. This song was played live at Portland Story Theater in Portland, Oregon. Let it carry you away. Performed at the Alberta Abbey in Portland, Oregon. You can purchase Meoneo's music on CD Baby. Visit their web site at http://meoneomusic.com

Sam A. Mowry is an American actor and voice-artist and the Founder and Director of the Willamette Radio Workshop, an award winning audio theater company that preserves the history of radio theatre with re-creations or re-imaginings of classic radio programs. He has produced dozens of independent productions on stage and Portland Story Theater is delighted that he is hosting Spellbound. www.voiceofsam.com/ SPELLBOUND OCTOBER 24, 2015 Sam A. Mowry on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

Real dogs don't have glowing red eyes like the devil, right? Okay, so ....... what was it that chased him through the frozen streets of a small town in upstate New York that winter night so long ago? Lawrence Howard is an armchair adventurer, a lover of dirty limericks, and a co-founder of Portland Story Theater. Find out more about Lawrence and his storytelling at http://www.lawrencehoward.name/ SPELLBOUND OCTOBER 24, 2015 Lawrence Howard on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

Lynne Duddy is a science junkie, a lover of African music, and co-founder of Portland Story Theater. Tonight she tells a story about connection and lucid dreaming. Find out more about Lynne and her work at http://www.lynneduddy.com/ SPELLBOUND OCTOBER 24, 2015 Lynne Duddy on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

Tim Stapleton is a National Endowment for the Arts Fellow living in Portland, Oregon. He has performed with Portland Story Theater in Urban Tellers®, is an author, painter, actor and award-winning set designer. Tim draws upon an extraordinary experience he had with an intruder to create an edge-of-your-seat scary story. www.twstapleton.com/ SPELLBOUND OCTOBER 24, 2015 Tim Stapleton on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

Lawrence Howard is an armchair adventurer, a lover of limericks, and a co-founder of Portland Story Theater. Until recently, he lived a double life as a mild-mannered paralegal by day, super storyteller by night! Have Ladder, Will Travel is the story of a case he will never forget. Find out more about Lawrence and his storytelling at http://www.lawrencehoward.name/ FOUNDERS, FRIENDS AND FAVES September 12, 2015 Lawrence Howard on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

Lynne Duddy is a science junkie, a lover of African music, and a co-founder of Portland Story Theater. Adopted as a baby, this became one of the pivotal events of her life. Tonight she tells of a story about connection, forgiveness, and the complexities of family. Find out more about Lynne and her work at http://www.lynneduddy.com/ FOUNDERS, FRIENDS AND FAVES September 12, 2015 Lynne Duddy on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

As both writer and storyteller, Leigh Hancock is fascinated with how our memories and stories shape who we are. Hailing all the way from the Columbia Gorge, she is thrilled to be doing her fifth story with Portland Story Theater! FOUNDERS, FRIENDS AND FAVES September 12, 2015 Leigh Hancock on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

A young actor gets derailed by a femme fatale and his life is changed forever. Daniel has "trod the boards" in theaters around the country and made Portland his home six years ago. It was the wisest move of his life... he loves it! Daniel LaForce is an integral part of Portland Story Theater. He is very excited to be telling his third story at Urban Tellers. URBAN TELLERS June 13, 2015 KNOCK ME FOR A LOOP Daniel LaForce on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

When boxes get locked, you need a key to open them. Sometimes the key comes in the form of a letter. This is the third time that Maggie Bak has told with Portland Story Theater. She dedicates her stories to her dear sister, Rose, who is a constant source of inspiration. Urban Tellers March 7, 2015 THE OTHER Maggie Bak live on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

Believers in the power of true love, Lynne and Lawrence are the founders of Portland Story Theater. www.portlandstorytheater.com KISS AND TELL, February 14, 2015 Lynne Duddy & Lawrence Howard at the Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater www.portlandstorytheater.com

Kriya returns to Rome on the promise of romance and reunion, over a decade in the making. Kriya Kaping has enjoyed a career specializing in performance, media production and public speaking. She comes from a long line of storytellers, with the family motto of “if it doesn’t kill you, it makes for a great story!” She appreciates the continued opportunity to share her love of personal narrative and perform stories from the heart with Portland Story Theater. KISS AND TELL, February 14, 2015 Kriya Kaping at the Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

Can a simple phone call change the course of your life? Is there really one single person out there for each of us? How does one know? Leigh Hancock is fortunate to work with stories in all aspects of her life: teaching, grant-writing and performing with Portland Story Theater. She joins us from the Columbia Gorge, where she lives, works and plays with the infamous Bengt Coffin. KISS AND TELL, February 14, 2015 Leigh Hancock at the Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

In this story, Donna struggles to discover what good — if any — can come from getting whacked upside the head, after a minor accident launches her onto a disheartening journey. Donna is a recent transplant to rainy Portland from snowy Boulder. She is an editor, writer, and reading addict, who is constantly trying to find the perfect balance between critiquing and creating, and between Doing and Being. This is her second story with Portland Story Theater. Urban Tellers February 7, 2015 BELONGING Donna Zerner live on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

This is a story about longing, intuition, and the silence of unconditional love. Tim Stapleton is a multi-disciplinary artist with an MFA in Creative Inquiry. He is a scenic designer and he created the set for Portland Story Theater here at the Alberta Abbey. He is also a teacher, an actor, a painter, an author and a lover of cats. Well, one cat in particular: Buddy. Find out more about Tim at www.twstapleton.com/ Urban Tellers December 13, 2014 CONNECTION Tim Stapleton live on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

This is a story of a mother and a daughter reunited after 42 years and what happens to that relationship after they have come to know one another. Lynne is the founder of Portland Story Theater and believes that sharing our stories with one another is going to save the world. Urban Tellers, November 2014 [Hood River] BEING PRESENT Lynne Duddy live on stage at the Columbia Center for the Arts in Hood River for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

Kara Hayes recently moved to Portland for graduate school and is thrilled to be a part of Portland Story Theater. She has been in several theatre and dance productions as well as poetry slams in San Diego. She dedicates her story tonight to her feet who took many steps to get here. Urban Tellers, September 2011 AGAINST ALL ODDS Kara Hayes live on stage at Hipbone Studio for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

If you knew this was the last time you’d get to see someone you love, what would you make sure to ask? And more importantly, what would you make sure not to ask? Ryan Stroud returns to the Portland Story Theater stage with a story about life’s big questions, the answers we hope to receive, and the answers we never wish to discover. Urban Tellers, September 2011 AGAINST ALL ODDS Ryan Stroud live on stage at Hipbone Studio for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

After six months in sunny Central America how does one adjust to life back in the States? This is the story about how a contact from years ago got him a job which changed the way he looked at teamwork in the U.S. Niko has performed several times with Portland Story Theater and is currently studying automotive science at PCC. Urban Tellers, November 8, 2014 REINVENTION Talen Nikolai Moe live on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

For most of Jeri’s life, she has blended self, space, and place, finding joy, heartache, and headaches…leading finally to someplace called home. Jeri told a story with Portland Story Theater in May and found the experience so moving, she is back again! In her free time she hangs with friends, and her dog. Her latest passion is learning to sail. Urban Tellers, October 14, 2014 DUALITY Jeri Jenkins live on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

It’s not easy being a “truthteller” and this story shows you why. Lynne loves the work with Portland Story Theater and is so pleased to share this story with all of you tonight. Urban Tellers Invitational, September 13, 2014 METAMORPHOSIS Lynne Duddy live on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

Once a respectable grant writer, Leigh has become—thanks to Portland Story Theater—a story addict. She joins us tonight to share her story about how a lowly waitressing job turns into a big lesson about the kindness of strangers. She lives in the Columbia Gorge with her husband, son and chien lunatique. Urban Tellers Invitational, September 13, 2014 METAMORPHOSIS Leigh Hancock live on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

This is a raucous and totally true tale of what can happen when you return to the wild world of romance as a modern dating novice. Kriya Kaping has had an exciting career specializing in the telling of stories through public outreach, multimedia production, and performance. She comes from a long line of storytellers, who instilled in her a deep appreciation for the power of shared story to transcend the individual and connect us together in community. She appreciates the continued opportunity to learn from and work with the amazing artists of Portland Story Theater. Urban Tellers Invitational, September 13, 2014 METAMORPHOSIS Kriya Kaping live on stage at Alberta Abbey for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

With a song in his heart, a New Orleanian escapes the disaster of Hurricane Katrina and finds himself in the magical wilderness of Oregon. Daniel received his theatrical training at Circle in the Square Theater School in NYC and has "trod the boards" in theaters across the country. He's thrilled to be doing his second story with Portland Story Theater. "Laughter is always the best medicine." Urban Tellers, July 12, 2014 BECOMING Daniel LaForce on stage at Hipbone Studios for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

An avid dance/drama camp attendee as a child, telling with Portland Story Theater tonight marks Lilly's onstage debut as an adult. She tells a story about the relics of a past relationship and the memories they evoke. Urban Tellers, June 14, 2014 HELLO GOODBYE Lily Harris on stage at Hipbone Studios for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

Margaret is owned by two cats and a 3-legged pit bull. She works as a case manager for people who have developmental disabilities. This is her second time working with Portland Story Theater. Urban Tellers, November 9, 2013 THE CHOICE THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING Margaret Bak on stage at Hipbone Studios for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

A 20-year mission transforms in one summer night. A Maine transplant, Matt has been happily playing in PDX for over 8 years. He is delighted to be with Portland Story Theater, telling his first tale. Matt is the artistic director of The Pulp Stage theatre company, make submissions for the "Pocket Pulp Project" http://thepulpstage.weebly.com Urban Tellers, May 10, 2014 THINGS MY FATHER NEVER TOLD ME Wendy Allegaert on stage at Hipbone Studios for live storytelling with Portland Story Theater Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard www.portlandstorytheater.com

Story is the hot new buzz but it's more than just a word, just a hip term. It's something at the core of our being. Authentic. It's people craving connection. Story. Not just technologically.. not just physically .. authentically. People crave honest, real, connection. Story is one of the ways we do that. There's a dialogue that is happening. It occurs in many forms: on the internet, face-to-face, on stage, at work, at home, at school. We're each looking for the honest, genuine connection. Lynne Duddy's projects reimagine how people can connect to each other in meaningful ways. Combining elements of personal narrative, anthropology, and user experience design, her projects range from building one of the first global intranets (Philips Electron Optics) to orchestrating a human-centered practice for a leading-edge interactive agency. She is co-founder of Portland Story Theater, which delivers engaging, true stories for adult audiences, and brings the community together in a sustainable, essential way. She curates an artist residency program and facilitates workshops in personal narrative