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New Ebook for To Teach Fathers to Tell Stories for Kids

2009-09-28

We are very happy to tell you that we will soon be releasing Sean Buvala’s new Ebook that teaches Dads to tell stories to their children. The book is: DaddyTeller- Be a hero to your kids and teach them what’s really important by telling them on simple story at a time. Teach your kid a value tonight through storytelling and they’ll wake up a different person in the morning. Visit the site at www.daddyteller.com to learn more or sign up for the Email list. When the book launches, the first 100 people to buy are going to get a sweet deal.

New Amphitheater: Tim Ereneta Going Old-School On Fairy Tales

2009-08-24

We are very happy to feature storyteller Tim Ereneta in our latest Amphitheater. Although Tim, a storyteller in California, has been in the Amphitheater before, it was always as a volunteer reporter for other storytelling events. Now, we turn the tables as Storyteller.net director, Sean Buvala, talks with our guest about Tim�s own work as a storyteller. You can listen in, for free, at this link now. Tim Ereneta tells classic tales to contemporary audiences. Or, as he says on his Twitter account, he goes "old-school" on fairy tales. In this four-part interview, Tim covers a variety of storytelling techniques and issues including sources of stories, creating through improvisation, telling to adult audiences and more. Settle in and enjoy this interview available to you free-of-charge in the Storyteller.net Amphitheater. Files are presented in .mp3 audio. You can listen in, for free, at this link now. In Part One, Tim discusses his unique use of classic fairy tales for diverse adult audiences, observing the "resonance" of these world stories in his listeners. In Part Two, Tim and Sean talk about how theater can train storytellers; how actors can learn from tellers; and how improv may already be a natural skill of narrative artists. In Part Three, Tim reflects on his newest venture of home concerts. He also discusses the ways storytellers can approach Fringe festivals- nakedness not required. In Part Four, Sean hears from Tim about his methods of marketing his own work. They also discuss Tim�s biggest challenges and joys as a working storyteller. Finally, Tim answers (twice) our famous last question regarding advice for new tellers. You can listen in, for free, at this link now.

Free Telecourse (09/03): So, You Wanna Be a Professional Artist?

2009-08-24

Thursday, September 3, 2009 12 Survive and Thrive Tips for the Working Performing Artist So, you want to be a professional artist, huh? No matter your art form (storyteller, actor, puppeteer, juggler, dancer, musician, magician, karate expert or other format) there are things you must do to succeed in your work in the arts business. Yes, we said �business� because that is what you are: the CEO of the business of You. In this focused telecourse, we will take you through 12 things you must know about the perils, trials and joys of being a working performing artist. With more competition than ever among artists and less money to go around from sponsors, it is more difficult than ever to make it as a working performing artist. Sean Buvala, a veteran of 25 years of working as a performing artist as well as the executive director of Storyteller.net, will pull no punches as he helps you to recognize 12 needed skills and attitudes of surviving as a working artist. Are you brand new to the intensely competitive field of performing arts? Perhaps you are a long-term veteran who is just a little worn out? Do you find yourself in between those extremes? We are here for you. Register today for this practical and blunt telecourse on making it as a working performing artist. Thursday, September 3, 2009 7PM Pacific Time / 10PM Eastern Check Your Time Zone Here at this link here.

Free Telecourse: Sorting Out Social Media for Working Artists

2009-08-24

A free telecourse for working performing artists of all art forms. Friday, August 28, 2009 MyTweetLinkBookNing: Sorting Out Social Media for Working Artists Register with the form below for this free telecourse from Storyteller.net. "Should I be on (fill in name of social media)?" is a frequently asked question during coaching sessions with Sean Buvala. In this telecourse, Sean will look at the various popular social media services such as Twitter, LinkedIn, MySpace, Facebook and Ning in light of their advantages and disadvantages for working artists. When we are done, you�ll have a clearer understanding of the place of these types of services in your marketing plan. Date and Time: Friday, August 28, 2009 7PM Pacific (U.S.) / 10PM Eastern (U.S.) Be sure to double check where YOUR time zone falls between those two! If you are unsure, use this link to find a city near you in the same time zone. International callers are welcome. Register now, while it’s fresh in your mind: