Detours StorySLAM

We’ve all been there: driving the usual route, when you miss the exit and find yourself on the scenic route. Going off the beaten path can lead to new environments - or complete gridlock. Life is full of unexpected twists, whether it’s a wrong turn, an obstacle, or a change of plans, these detours often lead to the most surprising and meaningful moments. We want to hear your tales of navigating the bumps in the road and how the challenges we face often reveal the paths we were meant to take.

The Detours StorySLAM is being held on Thursday, February 6th at Motorco Music Hall.

NOTE: If you have an interest in being a judge for this StorySLAM, for more information (Spoiler Alert: judges get FREE tickets!)

About The Monti StorySLAM (18 & up event)

The Monti StorySLAM is an open storytelling event, where anyone with a story on a certain theme has a chance to tell it. This is a competitive event, so there will be judges in the audience. At each event, there will be eight storytellers chosen at random; each story is five minutes long; one winner will be declared at the end of the night. Here's how you can tell your story:

• We publicize a theme (this show's theme is Detours)
• You think, "Hey, I have a story that goes with that theme!"
• You buy a ticket.
• You practice your five-minute story at home and in your car.
• You show up and fill out a form stating that you would like to tell a story (NOTE: You DO NOT have to tell a story to attend. You can just sit back and enjoy the show.)
• During the show, we will pick names from a hat at random, one at a time, and each person called will have five minutes to tell their story.
• After eight stories have been told, one winner will be declared!

Winners from each StorySLAM will qualify for The Monti GrandSLAM in April 2025. The GrandSLAM brings the winners back to compete for the ultimate title of The Monti GrandSLAMpion!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Motorco Music Hall, 723 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham, United States