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SUMMARY:Kikker Kiest: Soula's Storytelling Nights: What a man! Part two
DESCRIPTION:Life often feels like an unscripted playlist set permanently to shuffle\, skipping haphazardly between genres without a predictable button to press for the next track. Growing up in the historic\, working-class town of Bridgend in South Wales\, the early soundtrack of existence was defined by industrial echoes\, tight-knit community bonds\, and the particular brand of resilient humour that only a Welsh upbringing can reliably instil. From those familiar streets\, the path meandered across oceans\, leading to an extensive chapter soaking up the sun and vast landscapes of Australia\, before ultimately crossing back to Europe to settle in the vibrant\, cycling-friendly heart of Utrecht in the Netherlands.\n\nNavigating this geographical and cultural patchwork requires a certain adaptability\, a skill honed just as much by adjusting to new postcodes as it is by staring down blank pages\, uncooperative code bases\, and unpredictable audiences. While a professional career in the information technology industry handles the day-to-day logistics and pays the household bills—balancing complex technical frameworks and agile delivery methodologies—the true heartbeat has always remained firmly anchored elsewhere. The real vocation has consistently lived and breathed within the kinetic\, high-wire environments of music journalism\, radio broadcasting\, comedy festival direction\, and the wonderfully terrifying world of live performance.\n\nThere is a distinct alchemy that happens when an artist steps onto a stage with nothing more than a microphone\, a microphone stand\, and the honest weight of lived experience. Years spent writing about bands\, interviewing musicians\, and hosting broadcast shows taught an invaluable lesson about listening. It is not merely about waiting for your turn to speak; it is about hearing the cadence of a room\, the unspoken rhythm of a crowd\, and the subtle shifts in communal attention. That archival appreciation for sound and story naturally bled into the performance sphere\, paving the way for deep dives into stand-up comedy and improvisational theatre.\n\nImprov\, in particular\, is a masterclass in letting go of control. When you walk onto a theatre stage to create a scene from thin air\, armed only with a partner and a vague suggestion from an audience\, safety nets are entirely non-existent. You learn to embrace mistakes as gifts\, to trust your instincts\, and to find the hidden narrative threads dangling right in front of you. That exact discipline forms the backbone of great storytelling. It is the art of steering away from polished\, rehearsed falsehoods and leaning instead into the messy\, vulnerable truth of what actually happened.\n\nAudiences consistently connect with these stories because of an innate ability to pinpoint the humour\, profound warmth\, and sheer absurdity wrapped up in everyday\, unpredictable moments. Life rarely follows a neat three-act structure\, and pretending otherwise does a disservice to the listeners. Instead\, the magic lies in the detours—the missed trains\, the bizarre encounters in foreign supermarkets\, the parenting milestones that catch you entirely off guard\, and the quiet epiphanies discovered while washing dishes at midnight.\n\nBringing these disparate elements together onto a single stage requires a blend of disciplines. Each performance pulls from a broad toolkit: the sharp\, razor-sharp timing honed through years of stand-up comedy; the attentive\, supportive empathy of a doyen of improvisational theatre; and the acutely observant\, rhythm-conscious ear of a lifelong music enthusiast who understands how a well-placed pause can carry more emotional weight than a shouting match. It is about treating a story like an old vinyl record\, handling the surface scratches with affection because they give the track its unique character.\n\nTonight’s participation in Soula’s Storytelling Nights represents a continuation of that ongoing journey. Gathered in a room full of attentive ears\, strangers transform into temporary confidants\, sharing the universal weight of being human through the oldest technology available: spoken word\, shared laughter\, and collective empathy. There are no slides\, no corporate buzzwords\, and no safety scripts. There is only the microphone\, the room\, and the willingness to dive headfirst into the narrative current.
URL:https://stevenmorgan.wales/event/kikker-kiest-soulas-storytelling-nights-what-a-man-part-two/
LOCATION:Theater Kikker\, Ganzenmarkt 14\, Utrecht\, Utrecht\, 3512 GD\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Sharing Stories Storytelling Utrecht
DESCRIPTION:International storytelling event in Utrecht. \nSAVE THE DATE: JULY 31st \nJoin us at the end of July at @denijverheid for another wonderful evening where we all listen to personal stories by amazing speakers and connect with others. \n🎙 Want to Share Your Own Story?\nWe have a couple of spots left\, so DM us if you want to speak! \nWe also have open slots at the end of the night for spontaneous storytellers. Sign up when you arrive. We’re excited to hear your story! 🌸🌿 \n🗓 July 31st\n🕢 Walk-in: 7:30 PM – Start: 8:00 PM\n📍 Location: @denijverheid\n🎟️ Free entrance! Donations welcome during the evening ❤️
URL:https://stevenmorgan.wales/event/sharing-stories-storytelling-utrecht/
LOCATION:De Nijverheid\, Nijverheidskade 15\, Utrecht\, Utrecht\, 3534 AZ\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Mezrab Friday Night Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday we pick the world’s finest storytellers to tell true\, mythical\, fabulous and comedic stories. Sometimes there is music\, sometimes not \n\n—————\nThese are our most popular nights and it can get very crowded. If you want to avoid big crowds\, please choose one of our other storytelling nights every Tuesday and Wednesday.\nDoors open at 19.00\nEvent starts at 20.00\nSoup? YES!\nEntrance: Donation based\nLanguage: English
URL:https://stevenmorgan.wales/event/mezrab-friday-night-storytelling/
LOCATION:Mezrab\, Veemkade 576\, Amsterdam\, North Holland\, 1019 BL\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Storytelling
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