Tellabration™ ~ Once Upon A Time LA

Stories bring us together, no matter where we come from. On Sunday, November 8, join StoryMasters, Community Storytellers, and WPA (Writer, Performer, Artist) for Once Upon A Time LA, part of the worldwide Tellabration™ celebration of storytelling!

Expect a lively mix of storytelling styles, from quick-fire Flash Stories (90-second stories) to poetry, folktales, and personal stories that make you laugh, think, and see the world a little differently. Every voice brings something unique to the stage.

And the fun doesn't have to end with the stories! Come early or stay afterward to relax on the outdoor patio, enjoy refreshments, and connect with fellow story lovers.

Learn more about the event, storytellers, and storytelling groups.

🎟️ Tickets for Once Upon A Time LA

We’re offering three ticket levels as a simple support system—please choose the one that works best for you. Every ticket gives you the same great storytelling experience. 💙

• $10 – Sunset Blvd
  A bright beginning—your support keeps the lights shining on our storytellers.
• $15 – Hollywood Hills
  A little extra lift—your support helps us reach new heights.
• $20 – City of Angels
  Our highest tier of love—your support sustains the whole storytelling community.

No matter which ticket you choose, you’re making this celebration possible. Thank you!

• Adam Mellema (Community Storytellers)
• Anna Ziss (StoryMasters)
• Lauri Fraser (WPA)
• Lee Amatangelo (StoryMasters)
• Roz Browne (WPA)
• Vicki Juditz (Community Storytellers)
  

Learn more about the event, storytellers, and storytelling groups.

Community Storytellers is a Los Angeles–based story swap group founded in 1981 by two remarkable women, Peggy Prentice and Kathleen Zundell. Though Peggy and Kathleen are no longer with us, they left a lasting legacy and a wonderful format for bringing people together through story. Over the years, the group has met in many locations, and since 2020, Community Storytellers has gathered virtually, attracting tellers from near and far. The mission remains the same: to offer a warm, welcoming space for seasoned storytellers and newcomers alike—to share polished tales, test stories in progress, or simply listen and enjoy.

StoryMasters was organized in 2011 by Tina Tomiyama and Hiba Hamdan, two visionary women who used their passion for storytelling to create a nurturing environment where storytellers of all skill levels could develop and polish their craft. At monthly meetings, tellers gain practice in presenting polished stories, poems, and works in progress, followed by round-robin feedback. In addition, the club offers seminars and concerts in both live and virtual settings. The club meets on Zoom at 3:00pm on 2nd Sundays. StoryMasters happily welcomes guests, whether they are tellers or lovers of stories.

Write it. Hone it. Perform it. From page to stage.
Jane Morris leads a solo performance workshop that takes your work from idea to staging to performance. Whether you’re an actor, playwright, storyteller, or novelist, the workshop welcomes writers and performers at any stage of the process—from those just getting started to those almost ready to put on a full solo show. Explore your work from different angles: as a personal story, satire, action, or dialogue, and discover how to bring it to life on stage.
WPA meets virtually on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 7–10 PM Pacific Time.

Learn more about the event, storytellers, and storytelling groups.

Info: Before the show begins, join us on the patio for some laid-back mingling and light refreshments. It’s the perfect chance to catch up with friends, meet fellow story lovers, and soak up the buzz before the first storyteller takes the stage.

Info: Quick-Fire Flash Stories are short, sharp, and impossible to forget. In just 90 seconds, storytellers light up the stage with tales that are funny, surprising, or thought provoking. Blink and you might miss it—these stories come at you fast, but they stick with you long after the mic drops.

Think of it as storytelling espresso: small, bold, and guaranteed to give you a jolt.

Info: Settle in for a feast of stories and spoken word. Five featured storytellers will take you on a journey—through folktales that carry old wisdom, personal stories that reveal hidden truths, and poetry that sings straight to the heart.

Each artist brings their own spark, and together they create an unforgettable mosaic of voices.

Info: 10-minute break! Stretch your legs, use the restroom, or grab a quick refreshment.

Info: Story Mosaic II – The second half of our featured storytellers continue weaving stories that will leave you inspired and entertained.

Info: When the stories wrap up, the magic continues on the patio! Join us for Happily Ever After Patio—a cheerful post-show gathering with refreshments, conversations, and laughter in the afternoon sun.

Event venue & nearby stays

The FanaticSalon Theater | Culver City Comedy Club, 3815 Sawtelle Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States

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