Long Island storytelling Archives

2022 EFGO CAST ANNOUNCEMENT!
2022 EFGO CAST ANNOUNCEMENT!

2022 EFGO CAST ANNOUNCEMENT!

2022 EFGO Cast Announcement Our 2022 EFGO cast is an exciting mix of talented people – Moth story-slam winners, actors, writers, foodies, Canadians – each sharing a captivating true story about their family. I’m ecstatic to be hosting this exceptional group of storytellers. Please meet your 2022 EFGO cast… Kim Como Ronna Levy Sandi Marx Ax Norman Tony Mennuto Johanne Pelletier Angela Derecas Taylor Tickets are on SALE NOW 2022 EFGO SHOW: WHEN: Saturday, June 25 at 8 PM WHERE: The Southampton Cultural Center, 25 Pond Lane, Southampton, NY Doors open at 7 PM for complimentary beverages & [...]

Every Family's Got One2022-06-02T10:22:03-04:00April 7, 2022|Comments Off

Oct 16th Tickets Now On Sale!
Oct 16th Tickets Now On Sale!

Oct 16th Tickets Now On Sale!

By Every Family's Got One Founder -- Barbara Herel Consider yourself invited to the 2019 Every Family’s Got One show! Join us for an evening of 8 true stories about family – with notable storytellers from HuffPost, Scary Mommy,and The Moth. You’re going to love... the 2019 cast as much as Tony and I do. Their stories are amazing and amazingly diverse with topics ranging from self-discovery, to mental illness, to life lessons learned from living an extreme family lifestyle. You’ll laugh, be enthralled as well as inspired. You’ll also be... well fed because My Father’s Place, located in the [...]

Every Family's Got One2019-08-27T13:27:03-04:00August 28, 2019|Comments Off

A Story About A Life-Changing Lab
A Story About A Life-Changing Lab

A Story About A Life-Changing Lab

By Every Family's Got One Guest Writer -- Dawn Nagle image by rawpixel Thanks to a Lab, my life has forever (or at least for the next 10-12 years) been altered. My days are no longer my own. I am now a slave to a stinky 12-week old hound named Joanna. Yes, she is adorable. Yes, her eyes are little pools of gentle and sweet. Yes, her paws are big and she is clumsy cute. Those are the reasons why she is still alive (or not living with my sister). The dog is ruining my life. Let [...]

Every Family's Got One2019-08-08T21:23:58-04:00August 7, 2019|3 Comments

Still Time to Submit — Write Your Story Today!
Still Time to Submit — Write Your Story Today!

Still Time to Submit — Write Your Story Today!

By Every Family's Got One Founder -- Barbara Herel photo by Rawpixel The Call for Stories is happening now for the 2019 live storytelling performance of Every Family’s Got One (a story, that is) -- so start writing your family story today. Some things to keep in mind: Your story should capture a specific family memory or moment. It can be funny, tragic, heartwarming, bittersweet… This is a story about your family that only you can tell. Bring your story to life. Just because it's a memory make it engaging, like it's happening now. A good [...]

Every Family's Got One2019-07-01T13:33:09-04:00July 3, 2019|4 Comments

Call for Stories! Submit Yours Today!
Call for Stories! Submit Yours Today!

Call for Stories! Submit Yours Today!

By Every Family's Got One Founder -- Barbara Herel Every Family’s Got One is looking for amazing stories that only you can tell about your family. Stories that are hilarious. Or tragic. Or awe-inspiring. Yes, THAT family story. Interested in telling yours live on stage? Here's what you need to know... THE SHOW: Is on October 16th at 7:30 PM at My Father’s Place in Roslyn, NY, a cool, intimate venue perfect for storytelling. HOW TO SUBMIT: Send your written story or pitch your idea to: Barbara at everyfamilysgotone@gmail.com Put “STORY” in the subject line Include your name and phone number [...]

Every Family's Got One2019-06-03T18:32:49-04:00June 5, 2019|Comments Off

A Story About Special Friends
A Story About Special Friends

A Story About Special Friends

By Every Family's Got One Founder -- Barbara Herel We all know that having family and friends by your side makes everything better. Especially when it comes to helping you launch your passion project. I’d like to send out... a very special thank you to one such friend, Kathy Radigan, whose incredible contributions made the inaugural season of Every Family’s Got One a thrilling one. Kathy’s boundless energy, engaging sense of humor, and of course superb writing all helped to make 2018 a wondrous ride, one that culminated in a storytelling performance that left us both feeling enormously proud. [...]

Every Family's Got One2019-11-18T11:32:33-05:00May 1, 2019|Comments Off