Pdxstorytheater

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Sinopsis

Portland Story Theater delivers a potent blend of vulnerability and heart. Real, true stories told by real people; face-to-face, eye-to-eye, and heart-to-heart. Stories that offer a glimpse into the human experience and this journey we all share. Exhilarating. Energizing. Empowering.

Episodios

  • The Loyalty Within: Wafa Almaktari

    27/11/2018 Duración: 09min

    Throughout her childhood Wafa Almaktari has always been a defender and always stepped out of her comfort zone to stand for what is right. Now she is a warrior and always makes sure that her voice advocates for the voiceless. She is a senior at Portland state university and will soon graduate with a double major in Human Resources and Management & Leadership (Business), and a minor in Civic Leadership (Public Administration). 4 days ago she became an auntie and soon she will become a bride. URBAN TELLERS November 2, 2018 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Wafa Almaktari live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Whatever It Takes: Victor Bencomo

    24/11/2018 Duración: 11min

    Four years ago, a bright young fellow was forced out of his comfort zone. Spoiled by his mother, maid, family and friends, he lived in a bubble before he started on his journey as an immigrant in the US. Well, things changed and with little knowledge about life, Victor has had to face many challenges to survive. So far, so good. URBAN TELLERS November 2, 2018 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Victor Bencomo live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • When Opportunity Meets Preparation: Ivan Hernandez

    21/11/2018 Duración: 10min

    It’s been said that it’s not enough to be in the right place at the right time. You have to be the right person in the right place at the right time and that describes Ivan Hernandez. Ivan, a DACA recipient, has a story that literally defies logic about a decision that changed his perception of the world around him. Ivan and his family were reunited in 2003 after crossing the border for a better life. He is transferring to Pacific University from PCC to pursue a double major in Political Science and Communications. URBAN TELLERS November 2, 2018 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Ivan Hernandez live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Self Love: Israa Hasani

    18/11/2018 Duración: 11min

    Born and raised in Iraq, Israa’s life journey is to explore, discover, and repeat. Looking for self-recognition, love and identity, she spent the last half of her life discovering herself and her passions. She works as a mental health provider for immigrants and refugees who are torture and war survivors. URBAN TELLERS November 2, 2018 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Israa Hasani live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • The Passive Activist: Sankar Raman

    15/11/2018 Duración: 14min

    Sankar Raman, a Northwest Digital Art Photographer, is originally from India, but spent the majority of his adult life in the U.S. He is the founder and board president of The Immigrant Story which captures the stories of immigrants in short, accessible, visual and written formats. It is the perfect antidote to the divisive rhetoric that continues to scapegoat immigrants. His education includes a PhD in Engineering and he has enjoyed a very successful career in the high tech industry. Please visit theimmigrantstory.org/ URBAN TELLERS November 2, 2018 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Sankar Raman live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Twenty Minutes In The Month Of November: Kyle Cooper

    27/10/2018 Duración: 15min

    Ever since his college graduation in 2014, Kyle has been working hard to take it easy. The idea of grad school debt or joining the corporate world filled him with dread, so he opted for exploring. His explorations led him to four different continents and an array of experiences that the “Old Kyle” never could have imagined. In this story, he delves into the character that he once was and how twenty minutes in the month of November would change his life forever. URBAN TELLERS October 5, 2018 TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE Kyle Cooper live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Yes, You CAN!: Lynn Fitch

    24/10/2018 Duración: 16min

    Lynn’s story is about how she once overcame the challenges of being a lifelong introvert, by assuming an alter ego "Candice the Aluminum Can.” Lynn has had a life filled with adventure, despite the handicap of being a development director for most of her career. Now entering retirement, she is exploring different options to bring more fun, creativity and joy into what comes next. URBAN TELLERS October 5, 2018 TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE Lynn Fitch live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Removing The Blindfold: Leah Carey

    21/10/2018 Duración: 13min

    In July 2017, Leah gave up a comfortable, predictable life in rural New Hampshire to travel the country and find a new home. Along the way she surprised herself by re-discovering her long-buried sense of fun, adventure, and sexuality. She has now settled in Portland and spends her days and nights talking and writing about sex and sexuality, and now coaches others in communicating more effectively about their sexual needs and desires. She recently started a blog and podcast at GoodGirlsTalkAboutSex.com/. URBAN TELLERS October 5, 2018 TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE Leah Carey live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Defiance: Steve Eggerts

    18/10/2018 Duración: 12min

    From an early age, the consequences of Steve’s behavior had little effect on him, which led him down some crazy pathways in life. Today, he is married to his business partner and beautiful wife, Anna. They live in SE Portland with their new Bernadoodle puppy, Bella. Find out more about Steve’s work at teameggerts.com/ URBAN TELLERS October 5, 2018 TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE Steve Eggerts live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Sold: Sharon Gavin

    15/10/2018 Duración: 12min

    As a playwright, lyricist, and speechwriter, Sharon is used to telling stories on paper; making the leap from page to stage here has her a bit shaken, but not stirred. Her story tonight is about how mosquitoes, malaria and mambo turned her life into a ball - figuratively and literally. URBAN TELLERS October 5, 2018 TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE Sharon Gavin live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Interception: Joanna Agee

    07/06/2018 Duración: 11min

    Love letters in the wrong hands and anonymous phone calls at a pivotal stage led to a twenty year detour in Joanna's life. In finding, losing, and finding herself again, she's awestruck by the power of saying simple truths out loud - and strives to do more of that all the time. URBAN TELLERS June 1, 2018 FAITH, FAMILY AND OTHER F-WORDS Joanna Agee live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Come To Jesus Moment: Frank Engel

    07/06/2018 Duración: 12min

    Frank highlights some awkward, humorous and existential encounters as a Jew teaching at a Catholic seminary. As a writer, Frank has recently trashed his curriculum vitae and is now editing his will. URBAN TELLERS June 1, 2018 FAITH, FAMILY AND OTHER F-WORDS Frank Engel live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Falling For MacGuffin: Warren McPherson

    07/06/2018 Duración: 12min

    After years of resisting, Warren found Faith for the first time and it was in an admittedly unconventional entity. His beliefs might seem alien to you, but at least he believes in something, right? URBAN TELLERS June 1, 2018 FAITH, FAMILY AND OTHER F-WORDS Warren McPherson live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Letting Go: Duncan Wyndham

    07/06/2018 Duración: 13min

    Duncan tells the story about letting go of his cherished older brother, Harald, and in the process, surrendering bits and pieces of himself. Duncan is a lover of life and a professional educator in the Portland State Graduate School of Education. URBAN TELLERS June 1, 2018 FAITH, FAMILY AND OTHER F-WORDS Duncan Wyndham live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Waving Red Flags: Stefanie Brown

    07/06/2018 Duración: 16min

    "I think I fall in love a little bit with anyone who shows me their soul. The world is so guarded and fearful. I appreciate rawness so much." ~Emery Allen Stefanie says the truth in this quote is what attracts her to storytelling; to people and their experiences. Tonight's story is about embracing her own rawness even in the midst of life's most harsh lessons. URBAN TELLERS June 1, 2018 FAITH, FAMILY AND OTHER F-WORDS Stephanie Brown live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • I Am Dinesh!: Daniel LaForce

    25/05/2018 Duración: 20min

    A man journeys to make a pilgrimage to India., to walk in the footsteps of a master teacher....along the way, he discovers himself. Daniel LaForce comes from a strong theatrical background and spiritual practice. He's thrilled to do another Urban Tellers show. Who knows what might happen? URBAN TELLERS May 5, 2018 LOOKING FOR SOME ANSWERS Daniel LaForce live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • The Custodian Of Her Memory: Robyn Ridler Aoyagi

    25/05/2018 Duración: 11min

    With great love comes great responsibility. How do you keep someone’s memory alive after they’re gone? Robyn shares her own experience of trying to honor her beloved grandmother. Robyn is a Portland Story Theater board member. She is a mother of two and a sitting state court judge. This is her second Urban Tellers® storytelling. URBAN TELLERS May 5, 2018 LOOKING FOR SOME ANSWERS Robyn Ridler Aoyagi live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • The Manilla Envelope: Katie Skurja

    25/05/2018 Duración: 16min

    Some things in life tear you in half. Katie shares some experiences from her crazy family life and her journey toward healing the schism in her soul. Katie Skurja runs a private practice as a spiritual director/counselor with Imago Dei Ministries, which is dedicated to helping people in the journey toward healing and integration. idmin.org URBAN TELLERS May 5, 2018 LOOKING FOR SOME ANSWERS Katie Skurja live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Almost: Chuck McConnell

    25/05/2018 Duración: 13min

    Sometimes a simple “thumb rule,” used to make a job do- able, can lead us across red-lines we thought we’d never transgress. This story is about a blind approach to a very bright red-line. Chuck McConnell spent 42 years in behind-the-scenes public television jobs so obscure that he learned to dread the cocktail party question: “So, what do you do?” URBAN TELLERS May 5, 2018 LOOKING FOR SOME ANSWERS Chuck McConnell live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

  • Safely Home: Debz Briske

    25/05/2018 Duración: 12min

    Sometimes the desire to help a stranger can end up helping your self. Debz is a writer working in many genres including horror. She is a performer who currently works in health care - which give her a daily dose of horror. URBAN TELLERS May 5, 2018 LOOKING FOR SOME ANSWERS Debz Briske live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

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