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Text on graphic reads: SEASON 17 ALL STARS "Ancestors" Stories of who came before you, cherished traditions, and legacies Friday, may 15 Doors @ 6:30pm, Stories @ 7pm Falcon Bowl

ALL STARS: Ancestors 5/15

May 15 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Text on graphic reads: TEEN STORYSLAM Pride Week Event in partnership with MPS Gender & Identity Inclusion Department Wednesday, june 3 Doors @ 5:00Pm, Stories @ 5:30pm Location: First Stage

Pride Week Teen StorySlam 6/3

June 3 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Text on graphic reads: TEEN STORYSTRETCH, Thursday, June 18 1PM TO 3PM Mitchell Street Library. The left side of the graphic features a photo of teen storytellers at an Ex Fabula event.

Teen StoryStretch 6/18

June 18 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Text on graphic reads: TEEN STORYSLAM COMPETITIVE SLAM FOR TEENS WITH CASH PRIZES! Tuesday, June 23 Doors @ 3:30PM, Stories @ 4PM mitchell street library

Teen StorySlam 6/23

June 23 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

StorySlams

Live storytelling from community members on the night’s theme.

Text on graphic reads: SEASON 17 ALL STARS "Ancestors" Stories of who came before you, cherished traditions, and legacies Friday, may 15 Doors @ 6:30pm, Stories @ 7pm Falcon Bowl

ALL STARS: Ancestors 5/15

May 15 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Workshops

Practice sharing your story and connect with other storytellers before any “competitive” StorySlam at StoryStarters, or take a deeper dive into storytelling techniques with our experienced coaches at StoryStretches.

Text on graphic reads: TEEN STORYSTRETCH, Thursday, June 18 1PM TO 3PM Mitchell Street Library. The left side of the graphic features a photo of teen storytellers at an Ex Fabula event.

Teen StoryStretch 6/18

June 18 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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  • Text on graphic reads: TEEN STORYSTRETCH, Thursday, June 18 1PM TO 3PM Mitchell Street Library. The left side of the graphic features a photo of teen storytellers at an Ex Fabula event.

    Teen StoryStretch 6/18

    $0.00

    Discover and explore the power of storytelling!

    This workshop is only open to teens.

    Date: Thursday, June 18 Time: 12:45 PM doors, 1:00 PM start, 3:00 PM end Location: Mitchell Street Library - 906 W Historic Mitchell St, Milwaukee, WI 53204 Cost: FREE! Own your story! There is only one you, and your story is unique. Discover, shape, and share your stories with confidence. In this workshop, experienced storytelling coaches will guide you through interactive activities covering the need-to-know details of the craft. Working in small groups, you’ll learn effective storytelling skills, connect with other storytellers, and prepare for the upcoming Teen StorySlam on June 23.
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    Image on text reads: Teen Storytelling Slam: AND I OOP... Stories of Surprise, Shock, and Realization. Thursday, April 16 | 5:30-8:00PM @ Greenfield Public Library Community Room

    Teen StorySlam: And I Oop 4/16

    $0.00

    Celebrating the voices of our community's young people!

    Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026 Time: 5:00PM doors, 5:30PM stories Location: Greenfield Public Library, 5310 W Layton Ave, Greenfield, WI 53220 Advance RSVP is now closed—please visit the Will Call table to register and check in! Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the night’s theme, told without props or notes. Come just to listen – or throw your name in the hat for a chance to share a true story! The audience can also be a part of the storytelling by submitting UltraShorts. These are “ultra-short” stories on the night’s theme that will be read onstage by the emcee. At the end of the night, the audience votes by secret ballot to choose an Audience Favorite and our secret judges will select a Judges Favorite!
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  • Text on graphic reads: TEEN STORYSLAM COMPETITIVE SLAM FOR TEENS WITH CASH PRIZES! Tuesday, June 23 Doors @ 3:30PM, Stories @ 4PM mitchell street library

    Teen StorySlam 6/23

    $0.00

    Celebrating the voices of our community's young people!

    Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Time: 3:30PM doors, 4PM stories Location: Mitchell Street Library, 906 W Historic Mitchell St, Milwaukee, WI 53204 Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the night’s theme, told without props or notes. Come just to listen – or throw your name in the hat for a chance to share a true story! The audience can also be a part of the storytelling by submitting UltraShorts. These are “ultra-short” stories on the night’s theme that will be read onstage by the emcee. At the end of the night, the audience votes by secret ballot to choose an Audience Favorite and our secret judges will select a Judges Favorite!
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    Text on graphic reads: SEASON 17 WORKSHOP StoryStretch Discover, structure, and SHARE your stories! Saturday, March 21 10AM TO 12PM Fruition MKE

    StoryStretch 3/21

    $45.00

    Discover and explore the power of storytelling!

    Date: Saturday, March 21 Time: 9:45 AM doors, 10:00 AM start, 12:00 PM end Location: Fruition MKE – 819 N 27th St, Milwaukee, WI 53208 Cost: $30 early bird; cost increases to $45 after March 15, 2026. Discounts for members – see coupons at checkout! Looking to sharpen your storytelling skills? This workshop is for you! Stretch your storytelling muscles with this guided, interactive training covering the nuance of the craft; led by our experienced coaches! Refine, shape, and share your stories with confidence. Space is limited. Reserve a spot today!
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    Season 17 WORKSHOP STORYSTRETCH discover, structure, & share your stories! Thursday, November 6, 6:00 to 8:00 pm Fruition MKE

    StoryStretch 11/6

    $45.00

    Discover and explore the power of storytelling!

    Date: Thursday, November 6 Time: 5:45 PM doors, 6:00 PM start, 8:00 PM end Location: Fruition MKE - 819 N 27th St, Milwaukee, WI 53208 Cost: $30 early bird; cost goes to $45 on November 1, 2025. Discounts for members – see coupons at checkout! Looking to sharpen your storytelling skills? This workshop is for you! Stretch your storytelling muscles with this guided, interactive training covering the nuance of the craft; led by our experienced coaches! Refine, shape, and share your stories with confidence. Space is limited. Reserve a spot today!
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    Text on graphic reads: AFTERDARK FOR THE CULTURE StoryStarter Radio Milwaukee Thursday, April 9 Doors Open at 5:30pm Workshop Begins 5:45pm

    StoryStarter Workshop: For the Culture 4/9

    $0.00

    Discover and explore the power of storytelling!

    This Brave Space workshop is an affinity space offered at no cost to Black and Brown community members.

    Advance registration is now closed. Please visit the Will Call table at 5:30PM to register for the workshop. Date: Thursday, April 9 Time: Doors open at 5:30pm, workshop begins at 5:45pm Location: Radio Milwaukee, 220 E Pittsburgh Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53204 New to storytelling? Or in need of a refresh on the basics? Want to practice a story to tell at our StorySlam? This interactive workshop is for you! This workshop takes place directly before the AfterDark: For The Culture event and is meant to be a place to workshop a story you might want to tell on stage later that night. If you aren’t ready to throw your name in the hat, no worries! This space is open to anyone who is interested in becoming a better storyteller, and is a perfect way for you to connect with other storytellers before our StorySlam! Take your storytelling to the next level by sharing on stage at AfterDark: For The Culture on April 9, 2026! Please note that your workshop ticket does NOT provide entry to the Slam. To attend, purchase a Slam ticket HERE.
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    Text on graphic reads: AfterDark: For The Culture. Storystarter. Radio Milwaukee Thursday, November 13 Doors Open at 5:00pm Workshop begins 5:15pm

    StoryStarter Workshop: For the Culture 2/12

    $0.00

    Discover and explore the power of storytelling!

    This Brave Space workshop is an affinity space offered at no cost to Black and Brown community members.

    Date: Thursday, February 12 Time: Doors open at 5pm, workshop begins at 5:15pm Location: Radio Milwaukee, 220 E Pittsburgh Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53204 Advance signup is now closed. Please visit the Will Call table at 5pm to sign up for this workshop. New to storytelling? Or in need of a refresh on the basics? Want to practice a story to tell at our StorySlam? This interactive workshop is for you! This workshop takes place directly before the AfterDark: For The Culture event and is meant to be a place to workshop a story you might want to tell on stage later that night. If you aren't ready to throw your name in the hat, no worries! This space is open to anyone who is interested in becoming a better storyteller, and is a perfect way for you to connect with other storytellers before our StorySlam! Take your storytelling to the next level by sharing on stage at AfterDark: For The Culture on February 12, 2026! Please note that your workshop ticket does NOT provide entry to the Slam. To attend, purchase a Slam ticket HERE.
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    Text on graphic reads: SEASON 17 WORKSHOP StoryStarter Brush up on your storytelling skills before StorySlam: Growing Pains! Thursday, march 12 5:15pm TO 6:15PM Dandy

    StoryStarter 3/12

    $20.00

    Discover and explore the power of storytelling!

    Date: March 12, 2026 Time: 5:00 PM doors, 5:15PM start, 6:15PM end Location: Dandy, 5020 W Vliet St, Milwaukee, WI 53208 Advance sign-up is now closed. Please stop by the Will Call table to register. Cost: $20 New to storytelling? Or in need of a refresh on the basics? Want to practice a story to tell at our StorySlam? This interactive workshop is for you! This workshop takes place directly before the StorySlam and is meant to be a place to workshop a story you might want to tell on-stage later that night. If you aren't ready to throw your name in the hat, no worries! This space is open to anyone who is interested in becoming a better storyteller, and is a perfect way for you to connect with other storytellers before our StorySlam! Take your storytelling to the next level by sharing on stage at the "Growing Pains" StorySlam on March 12! However, your workshop ticket does NOT provide entry to the Slam; to attend, purchase a Slam ticket here.
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    Season 17 WORKSHOP STORYSTARTER A Pre-SLAM storytelling workshop! Tuesday, October 28, 5:15 to 6:15 pm Next Act Theatre

    StoryStarter 10/28

    $20.00

    Discover and explore the power of storytelling!

    Date: Tuesday, Oct 28, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM doors, 5:15PM start, 6:15PM end Location: Next Act Theatre - 255 S Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53204 Advance ticket sales are closed. Limited walk-ups are available at 5pm at Next Act Theatre. Cost: $20. Discounts for members – see coupons at checkout! New to storytelling? Or in need of a refresh on the basics? Want to practice a story to tell at our StorySlam? This interactive workshop is for you! This workshop takes place directly before the StorySlam and is meant to be a place to workshop a story you might want to tell on-stage later that night. If you aren't ready to throw your name in the hat, no worries! This space is open to anyone who is interested in becoming a better storyteller, and is a perfect way for you to connect with other storytellers before our StorySlam! Take your storytelling to the next level by sharing on stage at the "Strangers On A..." StorySlam on October 28! However, your workshop ticket does NOT provide entry to the Slam; to attend, purchase a Slam ticket here.
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    “Strangers on a....” Tuesday, October 28 Doors @ 6:30pm, Stories @ 7pm Next Act Theatre Season 17 StorySlam Stories of unforgettable encounters: creepy, magical, dangerous, or life-changing

    StorySlam: Strangers On A… 10/28

    Price range: $0.00 through $12.00

    Strangers On A…: Stories of Unforgettable Encounters: Creepy, Magical, Dangerous, or Life-Changing

    Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 Time: 6:30pm doors, 7pm stories. Location: Next Act Theatre, 225 S Water St., Milwaukee WI 53204 Advance ticket sales are closed. To purchase tickets, visit Will Call at 6:30pm Cost: $15 at the door if tickets remain. Limited Pay-it-forward tickets available! Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the night’s theme, told without props or notes. Come to listen – or throw your name in the hat for a chance to share a true story related to the theme of "Strangers On A…" This theme was inspired by the play Switzerland about famed crime novelist Patricia Highsmith, author of Strangers on a Train. Switzerland is being performed by Renaissance Theaterworks October 19 - November 9, 2025. At the end of the night, the audience votes by secret ballot to crown an Audience Favorite, who will be invited to share a story at ALL STARS in May. The audience can also be a part of the storytelling by submitting UltraShorts! These are "ultra-short" stories on the night's theme that will be read onstage by the emcee. Want to practice your story before the slam? Join us for the StoryStarter workshop from 5:15-6:15pm right before the event! Learn more about the workshop HERE.
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    “Second Chances” Thursday, September 25 Doors @ 6:30pm, Stories @ 7pm Sugar Maple in Bay View Season 17 STorySlam STories of forgiveness, starting over, and Trying again on the left, 3 smiling audience members, all with lighter skin. A woman with dark hair holds up an UltraShort slip of paper. on the right, a younger Latino man holds a mic and tells a story. He has short dark hair and wears a blue and white checked button down.

    StorySlam: Second Chances 9/25

    Price range: $0.00 through $12.00

    Second Chances: Stories of Forgiveness, Starting Over, and Trying Again

    Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025 Time:  6:30pm doors, 7pm stories. Location: Sugar Maple, 441 E Lincoln Ave Milwaukee WI 53207

    Advanced ticket sales are closed. To purchase tickets, visit Will Call at 6:30pm

    Cost:  $15 at the door if tickets remain. Limited Pay-it-forward tickets available!

    Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the night’s theme, told without props or notes. Come to listen – or throw your name in the hat for a chance to share a true story related to the theme of Second Chances. At the end of the night, the audience votes by secret ballot to crown an Audience Favorite, who will be invited to share a story at ALL STARS in May.

    The audience can also be a part of the storytelling by submitting UltraShorts! These are "ultra-short" stories on the night's theme that will be read onstage by the emcee.

    Live ASL interpretation will be available for this event.
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    Text on graphic reads: Season 17 StorySlam "Growing Pains" Stories of Change, New Experiences, and Doing Hard Things Thursday, march 12 Doors @ 6:30pm, Stories @ 7pm Dandy

    StorySlam: Growing Pains 3/12

    Price range: $0.00 through $12.00

    Growing Pains: Stories of Change, New Experiences, and Doing Hard Things

    Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026 Time: 6:30pm doors, 7pm stories. Location: Dandy, 5020 W Vliet St, Milwaukee, WI 53208 Advance ticket sales are now closed. Walk-up tickets are still available! To purchase tickets, visit Will Call starting at 6:30pm. Cost: $15 at the door Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the night’s theme, told without props or notes. Come to listen – or throw your name in the hat for a chance to share a true story related to the theme of Growing Pains. At the end of the night, the audience votes by secret ballot to crown an Audience Favorite, who will be invited to share a story at ALL STARS in May. The audience can also be a part of the storytelling by submitting UltraShorts! These are "ultra-short" stories on the night's theme that will be read onstage by the emcee. Want to practice your story before the slam? Join us for the StoryStarter workshop from 5:15-6:15pm right before the event! Get tickets to the workshop HERE.
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