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Storytelling in Ottawa
UPCOMING EVENTS
Open Mic Online - July 7
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Step Into the World of Storytelling at the Storytelling Open Mic!
Open Mic, formerly Swap, is warm and welcoming and offered on-line for those who want to participate from the comfort of their home and in person for those who love the live vibe.
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Storytelling Open Mic Online takes place on the first Tuesday of the month from 7:30pm to 9:00pm on Zoom.
ZOOM
Zoom Waiting room opens at 7:20pm ET
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 881 4794 2773
Passcode: 998108
If dialling in by phone, find your local number here:
Participants are asked to mute their audio upon entry to the ZOOM meeting for the best experience of this social storytelling experience. The chat function can be used to comment or ask questions. Storytelling Open Mic is coordinated and hosted by Lynda Joyce.
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Adisoke 9 - July 9
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Thursday July 9 at 7:30pm
Wabano Centre, 299 Montréal RdAdisoke is a storytelling event that celebrates Indigenous voices and traditions, presented by Ottawa StoryTellers in partnership with Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health.
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Now taking place in Wabano’s beautiful Grand Gathering Space, this powerful evening will feature a diverse group of Indigenous tellers sharing stories that carry the wisdom, humour, and resilience of their cultures. Through personal narratives, traditional teachings, and reimagined legends, Adisoke invites audiences to listen deeply and experience storytelling as a living practice of community and connection.
(un)Told - June 28
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A room full of stories. Yours included.
(un)Told is a monthly gathering built around a simple idea: everyone has a story worth telling, and storytelling is something you learn by being in the room.
This is a cross-cultural, come-as-you-are night of real, personal stories told live in ten minutes or less. No notes, no sets, no props, and no pressure to perform. Some people share. Many listen. All of it counts.
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(un)Told is free to attend.
Fourth Sunday of each month at 7:00 PM EST
Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre
355 Cooper Street, Room 14
Join the room. Listening is welcome.
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Ottawa StoryTellers is a vibrant collective of voices - professional tellers, emerging artists, and passionate listeners all brought together by a shared love of story. We celebrate the power of oral storytelling to connect, inspire, and build community across generations and cultures. From intimate performances to bold stage productions, our events invite audiences into the timeless magic of a well-told tale.
Ottawa StoryTellers brings stories to life all year long with a wide range of events and programs for every age and interest. Our professional season runs from October to June, featuring performances by some of the region’s most accomplished tellers in both classic and contemporary storytelling formats. Whether it’s an intimate evening at the Arts Court Theatre, a family-friendly performance at your local library, or a collaborative project with artists from across disciplines, our calendar is filled with opportunities to experience the power of spoken word in all its forms.
Beyond our mainstage shows, we also offer free and ticketed events, hands-on workshops, open mic nights, and community storytelling festivals that invite everyone to join in. From beginner storytelling workshops to monthly open mics where anyone can take the stage, to large-scale cultural celebrations, each event is designed to inspire connection, creativity, and a shared appreciation for the stories that shape us. Explore our upcoming events and discover what’s next in Ottawa’s vibrant storytelling scene.
We hope to see you at an upcoming show, workshop, or open mic soon. If you have any questions about our programming or need more information, please reach out to us at info@ottawastorytellers.ca.
Our Story Begins
With Community
July 9: Adisoke - Featuring Abraham Francis and Jamie Morse
November 22: Good Masters! Sweet Ladies! Voices from a Medieval Village
Stay Connected With the Story
The stories don’t stop when the curtain falls. Follow Ottawa StoryTellers on Instagram and Facebook for behind-the-scenes moments, event announcements, and storytelling inspiration all year long. Join our growing online community and be part of the conversation.
Community Engagement:
Storytelling in Community
Storytelling brings people together by sharing experiences, histories, and perspectives that foster understanding and connection. In a community setting, it can inspire participation, strengthen relationships, and create a shared sense of identity.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Ottawa StoryTellers’ events and performances take place on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinabeg. We respectfully acknowledge that they are the original caretakers of this land. Ottawa StoryTellers is not just acknowledging land; we’re acknowledging Indigenous cultures that have been telling stories since time immemorial. We are dedicated to working with our indigenous partners to honour and learn from their traditions.