Oral Storytelling for Adults

Week 3 | M, Tu, W, Th, F | Turner 105 | Ages 18 and up

Once you have experienced the joy and magic of oral storytelling, you will want to be a part of this ancient art form! We will explore genre from ghost stories to fairy tales, and discover the same from many different cultures. You will choose, learn, and tell stories in an encouraging and supportive environment where feedback is positive and constructive. This course is for adults who want to learn to tell stories to children, grandchildren, and others. Performance, however, is not required; those who would simply like to listen and learn for their own enjoyment are also welcome!

Bring a notebook & pen, as well as a phone to take pictures of particular pages from books to have as a reference for storytelling practice.

Class Times

Mary Shea Rys

B.S Education, SUNY College at Buffalo; M.S. Reading Specialist, Dowling College; C.A.S. Educational Leadership, SUNY College at Cortland, 41 years teaching experience Elementary level; currently teaching Storytelling at Liverpool Public Library, Liverpool, NY. Recipient, LCSD Teacher of the Year, 2010. Professional Storyteller, Performer & Educator, Central New York region.