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Trimfest Storytelling workshops

Trimfest Storytelling workshops

Young people are invited to join international performer and storyteller Peter Chand for an interactive workshop, which blasts the art of storytelling into the 21st century and allows young people to get creative. Engaging, energetic and educational. Suitable for any ability. Participants over 12 will receive a free complimentary ticket to Peter Chand’s Tongue Tied and Twisted at 6.00pm at Trimdon Village Hall. 

Workshop One 1.00 - 2.00pm: ‘Bringing a Story to Life’ (5-11 yrs) Gentle and fun workshop exploring the use of voice and movement in story, including imagination games to help young people bring stories to life. Participants will have a go at expanding and embellishing a story in this lively workshop.

Workshop Two 2.30 - 3.30pm: ‘Tell it Well’ (12-16 yrs) More detailed exploration of storytelling performance techniques and storycreating skills. Looking at the use of voice, movement and imagination when telling a story, including practical examples of story-collecting and sharing.

Children over 12 years of age and adults can also enjoy Peter's performance of Tongue Tied and Twisted later that evening at Trimdon Village Hall.

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