OPEN CALL – WORKSHOP PROPOSALS
Do you have a workshop idea that explores the art of storytelling? We want to hear from you!
Ottawa StoryTellers is seeking artists from all disciplines to lead workshops that help storytellers expand their skills. Whether it's performance, staging, presence, voice, collaboration, or another key aspect of storytelling, we’re looking for engaging sessions that empower and inspire.
Who is a Storyteller?
A storyteller is a performer who shares tales that entertain, inspire, and connect with audiences. Whether your story is personal, historical, mythical, or drawn from lived or imagined experiences, your unique voice and perspective bring it to life. Storytellers weave words into an art form, using narrative to captivate and engage listeners.
About Ottawa Storytellers
Ottawa StoryTellers has grown from a small group of seven founders to a thriving community of over a hundred members. Our organization brings together professional and amateur storytellers, as well as listeners, on equal footing. We promote the art of storytelling by educating the public, supporting storytellers at all levels, creating opportunities to share stories, and offering training in the oral tradition.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking proposals from presenters who can help storytellers strengthen their writing, performance, and presentation skills. We look forward to hearing from creative storytellers, actors, directors, movement specialists, psychologists, improv artists, writers, voice coaches, and others who have something to teach storytellers.Workshops can be offered at a variety of levels of experience and topics.
Submit a proposal outlining:
Your Concept: What kind of workshop would you like to offer?
Your Format: Who is your audience and what is the structure?
What We Offer
Collaboration with Ottawa StoryTellers’ Artistic Director
Support from our team in marketing, promotion and general outreach
A paid opportunity to share knowledge and connect within the community
How to Apply
Submit the following to ad@ottawastorytellers.ca:
A resume highlighting your storytelling or artistic experience
A 1-2 page proposal outlining your idea or show