upcoming events

Story Night: Holidays

NOVEMBER 29 / 18:00-20:00
En Route Story Night: Holidays! Tell us about that time when that awkward aunt came over, or that time when the tree caught fire. Or

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Storytelling Workshop

DECEMBER 14 / 09:30-14:00
Join us for a dynamic 4-hour workshop where you’ll dive into the art of storytelling. This interactive session will guide you through crafting and presenting

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Story JAM: Home

JANUARY 26 / 18:00-20:00
En Route: Story Jam! This is an open podium for anyone who wants to tell a story. Throw your name it the hat and when

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NEW WORKSHOP:

INTRODUCTION TO STORYTELLING

THE ART OF TELLING PERSONAL STORIES

Are you ready to transform your personal experiences into compelling stories? Join us for a dynamic 4-hour workshop where you'll dive into the art of storytelling. This interactive session will guide you through crafting and presenting your personal stories with impact, using a proven storytelling framework. Perfect for enhancing both personal and professional communication skills.

Listen to:

Kimberly Skrobol

Kim was voted RACONTEUR of the night by the audience at Story Night “Too Much”

Kimberly talks about her secret first love. When the secret comes out she believes that all obstacles can be overcome by love and pure willpower. But she soon finds out that not everything bends to her will.

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On our YouTube channel you find videos of all speakers. 

ABOUT EN ROUTE

Real stories
by real people

En Route is a platform for anyone who wants to share personal stories of meaningful experiences in front of a live audience.

 

Through a process of coaching and crafting we prepare our storytellers to tell you their true stories.

 

Normal people sharing their moments of revelation, change, decisiveness and vulnerability on stage through the art of storytelling. 

be(come) a raconteur!

Find some useful tips and tricks on this page to get you started on becoming a true Raconteur!

 

When signing up to tell your story at a mainstage event, you are not alone! We will coach you until you are ready to step on the stage!


Ready to submit your story?

TIPS AND TRICKS

EN ROUTE STORIES....

Stakes are what give a story urgency and energy. They create tension. They fill the listener with excitement or dread, and they give them a reason to go on this ride with you. Clear stakes establish why you care, which tells us why we should care.

The story must go deeper than an anecdote. Why did this story leave a lasting effect? Who were you at the beginning and who were you at the end? How were you changed? How do you live your life differently as a result of the events in the story?

Every good story hinges on a decision. Always, at the story's core, will be one key decision. In the most powerful stories, your decision will be a tough one. What happened is of less importance; Your audience really wants to know what you decided to do about what happened.

NOT SURE WHICH STORY TO CHOOSE?

Everyone is full of stories. Sometimes it is hard to choose one. We wrote down some cues to get you going!

THINK ABOUT A TIME WHEN YOU....

wHAT OTHER STORYTELLERS SAY