Introduction

On episode #103 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, Matthew and Elysha Dicks talk storytelling!

In our follow up segment, we discuss upcoming shows, Speak Up merchandise, and workshops, all online!

STORYTELLING SHOWS 2020

• August 22: Speak Up at the Connecticut Historical Society (7:00 PM) (virtual)
• September 12: Solo show at MOPCO Improv Theater (8:00 PM) (virtual)
• September 26: Speak Up at the Connecticut Historical Society (7:00 PM) virtual)
• October 24: Speak Up at the Connecticut Historical Society (7:00 PM) virtual)
• October 25: Speak Up-Voices of Hope showcase (11:00 AM) (virtual)

STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS 2020

• September 12: Storytelling master class at MOPCO Improv Theater (10:00-6:00) (virtual)
• October 30-November 1: Storytelling weekend workshop at Copper Beech Institute (virtual)

In our Homework for Life segment, Matt talks about finding metaphors in his Homework for Life and how they can become stories. 

Next we listen to a story by Tracey Segarra.

Amongst the many things we discuss include:

1. Stakes 

2. Story structure

3. Effective list building

4. Pacing and pausing

5. Surprise

Next we answer a questions about performing online and college essays. 

Lastly, we each offer a recommendation. 

RECOMMEDATIONS

Elysha:

• Watchman on HBO

Matt:

• Story Jam: https://www.storyjamshow.com

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Homework for Life: https://bit.ly/2f9ZPne

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Matthew Dicks's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/matthewjohndicks 

Matthew Dicks's blog: https://matthewdicks.com/blog