A Bolt from the Blue: Curated Personal Story Evening

Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm UTC-04:00

10 North Jay Street, Schenectady, NY, United States, New York 12305 | Schenectady

The Mopco Improv Theatre
Publisher/HostThe Mopco Improv Theatre
A Bolt from the Blue: Curated Personal Story Evening
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A Bolt From the Blue:
Boom.
Suddenly everything is different.
Honest tales about a moment in life where a completely unexpected event occurred that proved to be life-changing.
Join us as we continue our series of curated personal story evenings with a lineup of real-life stories told by real people—poignant, funny, or heartwarming tales that showcase life’s pivotal moments.
Submissions are open! All submissions should be emailed to [email protected] with the subject line 'Story Submission' by May 1st at noon. Storytellers who are cast will be informed by May 15 and scheduled for a Zoom rehearsal call. The final roster of storytellers will be made public on or around May 26.
Submission Requirements:
A short (300 words maximum) written summary of the personal story
Story should be approximately 7 - 9 minutes
A 100 word or less bio of the storyteller, for promotion if their story is chosen
A headshot (does not have to be a professional shot, but should be current and flattering)
Any social media handles
Contact information including email, phone number
All storytellers cast will receive a $30 Mopco gift card and a free drink of their choice as an honorarium.
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10 North Jay Street, Schenectady, NY, United States, New York 12305

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