Pdxstorytheater

When you finally put your foot down, what might happen? Gigi Rosenberg is an author, artist coach and presentation coach. “The Only Rule I Broke” is adapted from her solo performance, which you can see in January at the Fertile Ground Festival of New Works. For details, visit gigirosenberg.com/events URBAN TELLERS December 1, 2017 STRONG LIKE ME Gigi Rosenberg 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®

This is a personal story about honoring the memories of our loved ones, and finding ways to stay connected and build deep relationships in our often busy and stressful lives. Sabina Haque is a visual artist, a storyteller and leads community-based art projects in Portland. Visit her website sabinahaque.com URBAN TELLERS December 1, 2017 STRONG LIKE ME Sabina Haque live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

What do you do when you can't relieve the pain for someone in your life? Jessie seeks to answer that question for herself. A former seasonal, nomadic, environmental educator from the East Coast, Jessie now works for Portland Parks & Recreation in fundraising and partnership-building. She loves solving problems, connecting people with technology, and using storytelling to find her voice. URBAN TELLERS December 1, 2017 STRONG LIKE ME Jessie Bond live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Kathy has taken a break from that damn basement remodel to share her story of opening up to love. URBAN TELLERS December 1, 2017 STRONG LIKE ME Kathy Gillis live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

In this story, decisions transformed a relationship between a mother and a daughter, creating a bond like no other. Marisol Kreuzer-Batioja is a professional learner and teacher who supports bilingualism across PPS schools. IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW November 2, 2017 WE ARE ALL RELATED Marisol Batioja-Kreuzer live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Mohammed was born and raised in Gaza, Palestine. As the eldest child, he was entrusted with caring for his siblings and managing the home, like most 12 year olds. Tonight, he takes us on a trip back to his childhood home, and tells us about a time at his family’s little farm and how even after 15 years and more than 6,911 miles, some events have consequences that are endless. IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW November 2, 2017 WE ARE ALL RELATED Mohammed Nabil Usrof live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Ruiyuan's family kept a secret for 7 years. She has struggled with this secret for 26 years. This secret is like a scar growing within her since she was a baby. This secret is about breaking, hiding, fear, struggle, and blame; it is also about protection, support, understanding, empathy and love. Tonight, she will reveal the scar and share the secret with all of us. IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW November 2, 2017 WE ARE ALL RELATED Ruiyuan Gao live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

After a lifetime journey plagued by obstacles and denial of his personal identity, Rodrigo chose to self-exile to the US 25 years ago. Through hardship and pain, he found in Portland what was necessary for him to experience a life worth living. After years of working in accounting jobs, Rodrigo graduated with a master’s degree in teaching and now works as an elementary school teacher. IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW November 2, 2017 WE ARE ALL RELATED Rodrigo Aguirre live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

If people call it food, Into will most likely be up for trying it -at least once. A self-proclaimed food adventurist who once loved a life in London so much that he did not want to return home, he shares this story about how he discovered that he should appreciate what he no longer has. IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW November 2, 2017 WE ARE ALL RELATED Aristanto Bayu Aji live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Eva is a teacher in one of her neighborhood's schools and often runs into her students. She has noticed that many of their experiences mirror what she went through as a child. Originally from Venezuela, Eva came to the US to go to college and then stayed on. She has previously told as an Urban Teller and is delighted to be a part of this special edition. IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW November 2, 2017 WE ARE ALL RELATED Eva Rotter-Johnson live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Sometimes in our lives we receive kindness that changes us forever. “Angels” is a story about the grace of sharing knowledge and accepting guidance. Beth Rogers is a playground prophet and friend to many special people in North Portland. She believes that sharing our stories has the potential to change our lives for the better. Urban Tellers® October 6, 2017 Beth Rogers live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

This is the story of a young girl who learns to anticipate the delight of the universe. Joan-Carrol Baron moved to Portland 27 years ago to raise a family. Today, she is a writer, a ceramicist, and an actress performing under the name of Brynn Baron. If you’d like to find out more about her work as an actress, visit her IMDB page at www.imdb.com/name/nm0056202/ Urban Tellers® October 6, 2017 Joan-Carrol Baron live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Sometimes there’s no GPS. The only way to travel is by trial and error, cut and try, look and loop back. When he isn’t telling stories, Chuck entertains himself and tortures others with an heirloom fiddle. Urban Tellers® October 6, 2017 Chuck McConnell live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

At no point in Warren's story will you hear the words "flag" or "military" or "veterans". You won't hear them because they have absolutely nothing to do with this narrative. So, please relax – and listen to the words he is actually saying. Warren is the founder of Sweetlime Productions, a small, boutique production company that makes movies and produces podcasts and local radios shows. Urban Tellers® October 6, 2017 Warren McPherson live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

There are two kinds of wildlife encounters in Alaska – desired and undesired. Sharing the landscape with iconic animals like bears, wolves and moose is a privilege that residents enjoy, but it can also be a dangerous and even deadly arrangement when you go walking where the wild things are. Lynn Fitch lived in Alaska for almost 18 years and still refers to the Aleutian Islands and the vastness of the mainland as home. She now lives in North Portland where she creates gardens and native habitat to share with the urban wildlife who inhabit her neighborhood. She worked for more than 35-years in the non-profit sector, helping all types of organizations tell their stories, in order to raise money and do good work. Urban Tellers® October 6, 2017 Lynn Fitch live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

When we’re preparing for a big event, we make a plan. But what if things don’t go as planned? What happens next? Kate Ristau, a folklorist and author, has a plan. She’ll tell you all about it. Her middle grade book, Clockbreakers, is available online and her essays can be found at the Washington Post and Literary Mama. You can find out more about Kate’s work at www.kateristau.com. Urban Tellers® June 2, 2017 SEASON FINALE Kate Ristau live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Stefanie has spent the last five years working on the delicate balance between helping others and helping herself. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker her days are filled listening to the stories of others; tonight she shares her own. Stefanie describes battling an escalator, an ego, and transitions of the heart. Urban Tellers® June 2, 2017 SEASON FINALE Stefanie Brown live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Who are we once our names are taken from us? Frank Engel is currently employed part time sifting through life experiences, names, associations and fleeting identifications in an effort to understand who he is. Urban Tellers® June 2, 2017 SEASON FINALE Frank Engel live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Sukita has been making beauty out of mud for her livelihood for the last 17 years. This muddy girl shares a story of beauty that took courage to find. www.sukita.com Urban Tellers® June 2, 2017 SEASON FINALE Sukita Crimmel live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Following a vision, a young man returns to Arkansas to make peace with his father, and discovers a hero. After receiving his training at Circle in the Square Theatre School in NYC, Daniel has acted on stages across the country. He believes that laughter is the best medicine for almost everything. Daniel is thrilled to be telling for the fifth time with Portland Story Theater. Urban Tellers® June 2, 2017 SEASON FINALE Daniel LaForce live at The Fremont Theater in Portland, Oregon Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®