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everybody has a story. Jim found himself in Rome, struggling to live the Emersonian life. Hillary’s humdrum city high school made her long for the action of the ‘burbs. Bob complained about NYC toll roads and really paid for it.
What do you Want to share? Penn’s Master of Liberal Arts can help prepare you to tell your best stories. The Penn MLA is a unique program — you design your own interdisciplinary curriculum to explore rich content and coursework in topics that inspire you. Working alongside passionate faculty and an eclectic community of like-minded students gives you the chance to hone your writing, and uncover your true story.
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At FPA we’re in the business of real people telling real stories. But honestly, we’re more than that. Setting up a stage, a microphone, and putting on an entertaining show, that’s just the beginning… FPA is more than just a stage. We’re a family. Join us for a live event, or tune in to a broadcast, and experience it for yourself. It’s not one story or storyteller that makes us great, either. It’s our collective spirit knitted together. It’s our combined voice. And it’s this spirit, emanating from the FPA family, that moves us to engage in a dialogue and build a greater awareness of issues including acceptance and tolerance; resilience over trauma; civil and human rights for all; heritage and ethnicity; personal empowerment; and more. As a staff, we know we’re better people because of FPA. So this year, come experience a fun and entertaining Festival. But leave as part of our family.
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LOCATION: Le Méridien Philadelphia COST: VIP Reception: $180 ($144 for FPA members) Main event: $150 ($120 for FPA members)
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Star of Bravo’s Top Chef Masters and ABC’s The Taste Marcus Samuelsson, one of the world’s top chefs, wants to cook for you. The celebrity chef and New York Times best-selling author prepares a special meal straight from his new cookbook, Marcus Off Duty, featuring relaxed, multicultural dishes that he serves in his own home for his wife and friends.
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Inspired by his diverse cultural background, Samuelsson’s signature blend of culinary traditions showcases the flavors he has experienced in his travels—Ethiopian, Swedish, Mexican, Caribbean, Italian, and Southern soul. A book signing concludes the evening.
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Be exposed to the uncommon, encounter the unexpected and ignite inspiration. Discover your destination with authentic and thought-provoking experiences at every turn. Ask about our Unlock ART program featured throughout the hotel!
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DATE: Thursday, Nov. 6 TIME: Doors at 7PM, Show at 8PM LOCATION: Prince Music Theater COST: $22 ($17.60 for FPA members) Philly’s biggest storytelling showdown returns! Winners of FPA’s 13th Season of StorySlams go head to head for the title of “Best Storyteller in Philadelphia”, free FPA Slam admission for life, and a $250 cash prize. Contestants try to win over celebrity judges with their most outrageous, gutsy, and heartfelt personal tales on the theme “Thanks A Lot”. Hosted by Comedian Dave Hill. Tickets and more info at grandslam.firstpersonarts.org.
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STRIPPED STORIES DATE: Saturday, Nov. 8 TIME: Doors at 9PM, Show at 10PM LOCATION: Underground Arts COST: $22 ($17.60 for FPA members) Named one of the 10 Best Storytelling Shows in LA by Time Out Los Angeles. Storytelling’s sexiest duo, Margot Leitman (Late Night with Conan O’Brien, Comedy Central) and Giulia Rozzi (MTV, VH1, Chelsea Lately), bares it all on stage in what New York Press calls the “Best Sexual Experience with Your Clothes On”. Witness some of their “juiciest, jaw-dropping tales” (Playgirl Magazine) in this hit variety show featuring sex-themed stories, games, and live music by Johnny Showcase. Tickets and more info at strippedstories.firstpersonarts.org.
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DATE: Thursday, Nov. 13 TIME: Doors at 8PM, Show at 9PM LOCATION: Christ Church Neighborhood House COST: $35 ($28 for FPA members)
It’s High Time I Said Something:
Martha Graham Cracker’s Intervention at the Museum
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Dec. 4 at 7:00 pm Dec. 6 at 7:00 and 10:00 pm Reserve your spot today! Tickets: $18/$15 Members Recommended for ages 16 and up.
“I’m hilarious, trust me.” Hugely popular comedian, best-selling author, and mental health campaigner Ruby Wax brings her hit one-woman show, Ruby Wax: Sane New World: The Tour, to the U.S., sharing her candid, comedy-spiked manual on how to survive the 21st century. Based on her #1 best-selling book, Sane New World, her show will help us understand why we sabotage our own sanity, using Ruby’s knowledge from her recent Masters Degree in mindfulness-based cognitive therapy at Oxford University. Ticket price includes a copy of Ruby’s internationally successful book, Sane New World: A User’s Guide to the Normal-Crazy Mind.
Inspired by the Museum’s stories, ageless drag queen Martha Graham Cracker brings her wry wit and emotional wallop to the Museum stage.
Tickets and more info at sane.firstpersonarts.org.
Created by Dito van Reigersberg with Musical Director, Andrew Nelson, as part of the Museum’s OPEN for Interpretation artists-in-residence project.
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PHILIP BAILEY: SHINING STAR
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FOREVER DATE: Friday, Nov. 14 TIME: Doors at 7PM, Show at 8PM LOCATION: Christ Church Neighborhood House COST: $22 ($17.60 for FPA members) Obie Award-winning playwright and Pulitzer Prize finalist Dael Orlandersmith performs a staged reading of her newest work, an uplifting memoir-driven exploration of the family we are born into and the family we choose. Forever draws from Orlandersmith’s own pilgrimage to the famed Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris — the final resting place of legendary artists such as Marcel Proust, Oscar Wilde, and Jim Morrison. Inspired at the graveside of these timeless artists, Orlandersmith gives a gripping account of the legacy she inherited from her mother — one of bitterness, abuse, beauty, and art. Tickets and more info at forever.firstpersonarts.org.
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Earth Wind & Fire lead singer and eight-time Grammy winner Philip Bailey takes you behind the scenes of one of the most successful and influential groups in music history. Bailey shares from his revealing and heartfelt memoir, Shining Star: Braving the Elements of Earth Wind & Fire, and WDAS’ Patty Jackson interviews the music legend about the group’s rise to global fame and Bailey’s own professional and spiritual journey. This is the true story of what happens when real life exceeds your dreams.
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DATE: Saturday, Nov. 15 TIME: Doors at 7PM, Show at 8PM LOCATION: Mother Bethel AME Church COST: $40 ($32 for FPA members)
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DATE: Saturday, Nov. 15 TIME: Doors at 6PM, Show at 7PM LOCATION: Christ Church Sanctuary COST: FREE Kathryn Erbe (Law and Order: Criminal Intent), Zach Grenier (The Good Wife), and Alex Morf (The Good Wife, Broadway) star in a dramatic reading of Act III of Eugene O’Neill’s semi-autobiographical masterpiece, Long Day’s Journey Into Night, which presents a bold and intimate portrait of a family struggling under the weight of addiction. The reading is followed by an invitation for audience members and a small panel of individuals touched by issues addressed in the play to share their personal stories. This work is part of Outside the Wire’s Addiction Performance Project. The Addiction Performance Project was originally developed with support from the National Institute on Drug Abuse.
Registration and more info at longdaysjourney.firstpersonarts.org.
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WEDNESDAY, NOV. 12 LAVA FOSSIL | PG 24 7PM at Christ Church Neighborhood House
FPA PODCAST LIVE! | PG 25 9PM at Christ Church Neighborhood House
THURSDAY, NOV. 13 LAVA FOSSIL | PG 24 7PM at Christ Church Neighborhood House
SANE NEW WORLD | PG 12 9PM at Christ Church Neighborhood House
FRIDAY, NOV. 14 FOREVER | PG 13
TUESDAY, NOV. 4
8PM at Christ Church Neighborhood House
AN EVENING WITH MARCUS SAMUELSSON | PG 6
SATURDAY, NOV. 15
6PM VIP Reception / 7PM Dinner at Le Méridien Philadelphia
DAEL ORLANDERSMITH’S WRITING ESSENTIALS | PG 29
THURSDAY, NOV. 6
12PM at Christ Church Neighborhood House
HUMANIZING HISTORY | PG 31
GRAND SLAM | PG 7
1PM at Christ Church Neighborhood House
8PM at Prince Music Theater
STORYTELLING FOR BUSINESS | PG 30
SATURDAY, NOV. 8
3:30PM at Christ Church Neighborhood House
WOMEN’S VOICES IN PRINT | PG 27
FROM GOOD TO GREAT: THE CRAFT & BUSINESS OF STORYTELLING (PT 1) | PG 28
6PM at Christ Church Neighborhood House
12PM at the First Person Arts Office
7PM at Christ Church Sanctuary
A WALK WITH TIME | PG 31
REINVENTING RADIO: AN EVENING WITH IRA GLASS | PG 20
1PM at Christ Church Neighborhood House
STORY LEAGUE SINGS | PG 8 7PM at Underground Arts
STRIPPED STORIES | PG 10
LONG DAY’S JOURNEY | PG 16
Presented by the Kimmel Center
8PM at Merriam Theater
PHILIP BAILEY: SHINING STAR | PG 14 8PM at Mother Bethel AME Church
10PM at Underground Arts
SUNDAY, NOV. 9 FROM GOOD TO GREAT: THE CRAFT & BUSINESS OF STORYTELLING (PT 2) | PG 28
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The creator of the public radio show This American Life talks about his program and how it’s put together: what makes a compelling story, where they find the amazing content for their show, how he and his staff are trying to push broadcast journalism to do things it doesn’t usually do. As part of this, Glass mixes stories from the show live onstage, combining his narration with pre-taped quotes and music, recreating the sound of the show as the audience watches. And he plays funny and memorable moments from the show, and talks about what was behind their creation. Single tickets available at kimmelcenter.org. Sign up to become a new or returning FPA member at the “FPA Follower” level by Nov. 14 and get a complimentary ticket to Reinventing Radio: An Evening with Ira Glass!* (That’s just $21 per month!) For more information about FPA member access to this event, dial 267-402-2055. *Offer good while tickets last.
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First Person Arts is at the cutting edge of new work development through First Person Arts RAW. RAW artists push the boundaries of traditional memoir and documentary storytelling by delving deeper into their own form or collaborating across disciplines. Now in its fifth season, we are proud to present interdisciplinary artist and performer, Beth Nixon; and award winning audio producer and Executive Producer of the FPA Podcast, Yowei Shaw. Each of their pieces will challenge you to rethink what it means to tell the truth on stage. First Person Arts RAW is made possible by generous support from the Knight Foundation.
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DATE: Wednesday, Nov. 12, Thursday, Nov. 13 TIME: Doors at 6PM, Show at 7PM both nights LOCATION: Christ Church Neighborhood House COST: $22 ($17.60 for FPA members) Created and Performed by Beth Nixon of Ramshackle Enterprises Directed by Megan Sandberg-Zakian
DATE: Wednesday, Nov. 12 TIME: Doors at 8PM, Show at 9PM LOCATION: Christ Church Neighborhood House COST: $22 ($17.60 for FPA members)
Where is “gone”, anyway? Interdisciplinary artist and performer Beth Nixon navigates the loss of her father, the dinosaurs, an Italian hoagie, and her dentist in this whimsical one-person show. Nine “suitcases theaters” open to reveal volcanic eruptions, eel grass beds, and scientific charts to aid in this imaginative investigation of death and what’s left behind. You’ve never had this much fun mourning everything humankind has ever lost.
Award-winning radio producer and Executive Producer of the FPA Podcast Yowei Shaw (This American Life, Studio 360, NPR) redefines “live radio” in this interactive, multimedia event. A curated lineup of diverse storytellers share personal tales on the theme “Talk to Me” and Yowei performs a radio documentary on stage accompanied by music, audio mixing, and sound effects. This is radio like you’ve never experienced it before.
Tickets and more info at lavafossil.firstpersonarts.org.
Tickets and more info at podcastlive.firstpersonarts.org.
Special thanks to Knight Foundation and Leeway Foundation.
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WOMEN’S VOICES IN PRINT
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Not an “author” but have a story you want to publish? A diverse group of published female writers who don’t necessarily identify as authors come together in Women’s Voices in Print. You’ll hear from a family law attorney published by a traditional press, a private investigator who self-published then discovered a secret to selling her books, and others, as they share about their prolific careers, writing experiences, and how they achieved their dream of being published. A Q&A concludes the panel.
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DATES: Saturday Nov. 8 and Sunday Nov. 9 TIMES: 12-4PM each day LOCATION: First Person Arts Office COST: $175 ($140 for FPA members)
DATE: Saturday, Nov. 15 TIME: 12-3PM LOCATION: Christ Church Neighborhood House COST: $175 ($140 for FPA members)
Join Elna Baker of The Moth and This American Life, and author of The New York Regional Mormon Singles Halloween Dance, as she teaches you how to transform a good story into a great story, and shares options for developing your story beyond the stage in this two-day program. If you’ve ever thought about pitching your stories to radio programs, podcasts, magazines, or publishers, but weren’t quite sure how to go about it, this is the workshop for you! Come prepared with one story that you want to craft for performance.
Celebrated playwright Dael Orlandersmith stretches your writing skills beyond the basics in this transformational memoir workshop. Employing aspects of Carl Jung’s work and Greco Roman mythology, Dael will lead you through personalized prompts to aid your development of truly humanized characters and provocative new perspectives. Participants must come with one story that they are prepared to work on. Space is very limited. Early registration is encouraged.
More info and enroll at goodtogreat.firstpersonarts.org.
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STORYTELLING FOR BUSINESS
A WALK WITH TIME DATE: Saturday, Nov. 8 TIME: 1-2:30PM LOCATION: Meet at Christ Church Neighborhood House COST: $22 ($17.60 for FPA members) The personal and the historical combine where memory and faith intersect to create a fascinating story. Join senior guide and historian Neil Ronk, and lifelong parish member, bell ringer, and organist Eugene Frohlich as they trace the people that make up the living history of Christ Church. This tour includes an exclusive visit to the Curtis Memorial Organ and bell tower.
DATE: Saturday, Nov. 15 TIME: 3:30-5:30PM LOCATION: Christ Church Neighborhood House COST: $40 ($32 for FPA members)
Do you need an amazing story to tell at meetings or during a presentation? Are you trying to launch a brand or product and want an enticing hook? Does your mission statement need an overhaul? In this workshop, story coach and business consultant Andrew Linderman will help you tap into the many ways you can incorporate personal stories into your business and professional life. Through a series of improvisation, writing, and pitching exercises, participants will have the opportunity to workshop individual stories to take back to the office or boardroom. We’ll also delve into the specific uses of storytelling in business, from marketing and public relations to product design and human resources. By the end of the class, each student will have at least one story to take away and a deeper understanding of the role of storytelling in business. More info and enroll at business.firstpersonarts.org. 30
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HUMANIZING HISTORY DATE:˜Saturday, Nov. 15 TIME:˜1-2:30PM LOCATION:˜Meet at Christ Church Neighborhood House COST:˜$22 ($17.60 for FPA members) Join archivist Carol Smith, and Burial Ground Coordinator John Hopkins on a visit to the rarely seen underground archives featuring records dating back to 1695 and an exclusive tour of the Christ Church Burial Ground. Share stories of the people behind the archival material and Hopkins’ personal experiences as caretaker of the remains of Benjamin Franklin and 4,000 Philadelphians. Tickets and more info at humanizinghistory.firstpersonarts.org. 31
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CHRIST CHURCH NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE 20 N. American St., Philadelphia, PA 19106
FIRST PERSON ARTS OFFICE 100 S. Broad St., Ste. 2212, Philadelphia, PA 19110
LE MÉRIDIEN PHILADELPHIA 1421 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA 19102
MERRIAM THEATER 250 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19102
MOTHER BETHEL AME CHURCH 419 S. 6th St., Philadelphia, PA 19147
PRINCE MUSIC THEATER 1412 Chestnut St., Philadelphia 19102
UNDERGROUND ARTS 1200 Callowhill St., Philadelphia, PA 19107 For directions to FPA Festival venues visit festival.firstpersonarts.org
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BY PHONE: 215-569-9700 for Grand Slam 267-402-2055 for all other shows
IN PERSON: Grand Slam tickets can be purchased in person at the Prince Music Theater. For all other shows, tickets can be purchased at the appropriate venue starting 2 hours before showtime.
All sales are final. There are no ticket refunds or exchanges. All tickets are e-tickets and will be emailed to you. For non-FPA members, there is an added processing fee per ticket/enrollment for all events and workshops paid for with credit card. Late seating is not guaranteed.
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SPECIAL THANKS FESTIVAL PRESENTING SPONSOR
FESTIVAL SPONSORS Harmelin Media, Head House Books, Knight Foundation, Le Méridien Philadelphia, Lomax Family Foundation, Passero’s Gourmet Coffee Company, Penn’s Master of Liberal Arts Program, and Red Tettemer O’Connell + Partners.
FESTIVAL PROGRAM SPONSORS AND PARTNERS The Alliance of Community Service Providers, Christ Church, City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services, Leeway Foundation, Mother Bethel AME Church, PECO, Pennsylvania MENTOR, and Underground Arts.
FPA PHILANTHROPIC SUPPORT Barra Foundation, Beau Monde, Charlotte Cushman Foundation, Clayman Family Foundation, Dewyngaert Family Foundation, Dolfinger McMahon Foundation, Fort Lincoln Newtown Corporation, Glatfelter Foundation, Independence Foundation, John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Leo Model Foundation, Lindback Foundation, Lomax Family Foundation, Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, Pew Center for Arts & Heritage, Philadelphia Cultural Fund, The Philadelphia Foundation, Quirk Books, Samuel S. Fels Fund, Sheila Fortune Foundation, State Farm Insurance Company, United Way of Greater Philadelphia & Southern New Jersey, and Wells Fargo Foundation.
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