Story In a Nutshell
2026-04-17 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
I’ll be performing in Sacramento, CA in In a Nutshell, a storytelling series featuring mostly true stories. Sadly, my arch-nemesis, Claire Hennessy, is also in this show. But as she’s also hosting me in her show the following night, I suppose I’ll have to play nice.
Take this Job and… features storytellers Claire Hennessy, Gloria Jones, Jessica Robinson, and Corey Rosen telling mostly true stories.

The Story Shuffle
2026-04-18 19:00 - 21:00
IN PERSON The Story Shuffle – Sat April 18th featuring Jessica Robinson Come to our IN PERSON show in Novato, CA, on Sat April 18th. It will have featured tellers and an Open Mic for YOU to tell any story you like! True, tall tale or a folktale, it’s up to you.

It's Raining Men in Falls Church, VA
2026-04-25 18:00 - 20:00
On April 25, join Better Said Than Done at Clare and Don’s Beach Shack for “It’s Raining Men: stories about guys and weather,” with emcee Ravi Pimplaskar and storytellers Len Kruger, Joe Morice, Sarah Snyder, Zette St. Charles, Carlos Velazquez, and Chris Wade.
Clare and Don’s Beach Shack is located at 130 N Washington St, Falls Church, VA 22046. A full dinner and bar menu is available for purchase before and during the show. There is plenty of free parking nearby, including a parking garage behind Clare and Don’s.
Tickets Here: bettersaidthandone.org/event/its-raining-men/

Spring Story Workshops Week 1 – Drama
2026-04-29 19:00 - 21:00
Join Better Said Than Done storytelling online this Spring for a series of storytelling workshops to nourish and grow your creative spirit. Workshops led by Better Said Than Done Executive Director Jessica Piscitelli Robinson. You can register on this page.
April 29, 2026 – Workshop 1: Drama – what makes a story a story
Learn the difference between a story you can tell in front of an audience, and a vignette you’d share at the dinner table. This workshop will focus on: defining “story;” how to find a story; turning an incident into a story; and how to add the drama. New storytellers will discover how to start and experienced storytellers will find inspiration. Writing exercises and story sharing are a part of every class.

The VASA Gathering Online
2026-05-02 15:00 - 20:00
VASA 2026 Gathering!

The Virginia Storytelling Alliance (VASA) annual Gathering is online for 2026, making it easier than ever for members across the state (and beyond) to join us for an afternoon and evening of stories, connection, and celebration.
This special online edition of the Gathering will include a story swap, our annual meeting, and an evening performance from featured storyteller Bil Lepp.
VASA Members: $10
Non-Members: $20
Register Here
Or go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vasa-2026-gathering-tickets-1980830430139
Event Schedule (All Online)
Story Swap
3:00–5:00 pm
Bring a story, or simply come to listen. All levels welcome.
Break
Annual Meeting
5:30–6:30 pm
Updates, elections, and a look at what’s ahead for VASA.
Break
Evening Storytelling Performance
7:00–8:00 pm
Featured Teller: Bil Lepp
VASA Members: $10
Non-Members: $20

The Fair Folk
2026-05-07 20:00 - 21:30
Join Better Said Than Done on Zoom on May 7, 2026 at 8:00pm Eastern for “The Fair Folk: faerie tales,” with emcee Sam Payne and storytellers Eva Abram, Sara Armstrong, Lona Bartlett, Naomi Faw, and Chetter Galloway.
$15 Suggested/$5 MinimumAll Proceeds Split Between Producer and Storytellers
Details and Tickets Here: bettersaidthandone.org/event/the-fair-folk

Story Structure Workshop
2026-05-20 19:00 - 21:00
Join Better Said Than Done storytelling online this Spring for a series of storytelling workshops to seed and nourish and grow your creative spirit.
You can register here for Workshop: Story Structure and Plot.
May 20 – Workshop: Story Structure and Plot
You’ve got a story, or the idea for one. Now, how does the plot unfold? This workshop focuses on plot points and structure – the steps of putting together a good story and when and why to change the way you structure it.
If you’d like to register for all five weeks, or Workshop 1: Drama, you can
REGISTER for the Drama Workshop HERE

Story Scene Setting Workshop
2026-06-03 19:00 - 21:00
Join Better Said Than Done storytelling online this Spring for a series of storytelling workshops to seed and nourish and grow your creative spirit.
You can register here for Workshop: Setting the Scene.
June 3 – Workshop: Setting the Scene
Where are we, where did we come from, what are we carrying and who are we meeting? Learn to bring the audience with you as you step into a scene.
If you’d like to register for all five or Workshop 1: Drama, you can
REGISTER for the Drama Workshop HERE

NSN Conference 2026
2026-07-23 16:00 - 2026-07-26 11:00
I will be telling a story alongside Alton Chung, Lyn Ford, and Miriam Nadel in a presentation on Saturday, July 25th, at 4:00pm CT. I will also be there for all the stories and the community and the NSN Annual meeting and the ORACLE Awards. I hope you will come too. The NSN Conference is always fabulous.
Details and Registration Here
I will also be running the video stream for the virtual pass, alongside Heather Forest. I have been told that the quality of the live stream (and subsequent video recordings) are very good. If you’ve watched the Women’s Storytelling Festival, or the past two years of the NSN Conference, you’ll know the quality you can expect. So, come to Texas, or watch online, but do NOT miss this conference!
