Grand Slam Winners
16 November 2008
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What a stunning display of storytelling prowess last night at the Grand Slam. We’ll have video up as soon as we can, but first, thanks to our host Madi Distefano and especially to the gracious Juliet Wayne, the 2007 reigning champing. And of course our incredible crew of storytellers for 2008:
Kendra Gaeta, Ingrid Wiese, Sandy Beaches, Kevin Lee, Katonya Mosley, George Dougherty, Angel Hogan, Ted Passon, Donald Carter, Ryan T. Barlow and Tre Rials
The judges had to make some tough calls, but when all was said and done, here were the results:
Best Content: Ted Passon
Best Presentation: Katonya Mosley
Best Storyteller in Philadelphia: Ryan T. Barlow
Thank YOU, First Person! You are the real champs. Seeing that sold out crowd, that MOB, coming out hear real-life stories made me feel SO proud to be a part of this city and this amazing community of artists.
Hey, we’d be nothing if we didn’t have a solid band of great storytellers willing to share some of the most embarrassing, hilarious and touching moments of their lives. It’s pretty awesome to be in your company!
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First Person Arts StorySlam
Date: Tuesday, February 14
Time: Doors at 7:30pm
Slam starts at 8:30pm
Where: World Cafe Live
3025 Walnut St.,
Philadelphia, PA
Theme: The Ex Files
Writing Workshop:
True North - Crafting
the First Person Voice
Date: Thursdays, February 23 - March 29
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Where: First Person Arts offices
1 S. Broad St., 17th Floor
Led by: August Tarrier
First Person Arts StorySlam
Date: Tuesday, February 28
Time: Doors at 7:30pm,
Slam starts at 8:30pm
Where: L'Etage
6th and Bainbridge Streets
Philadelphia, PA
Theme: Social Network
We Love Vicki Slam
Date: Wednesday, February 29
Time: 7:30pm - 9pm
Where: L'Etage
6th and Bainbridge Streets
Philadelphia, PA
Price: $50
Proceeds go to support the
new Vicki Solot Fund for
Creative Innovation.
First Person Arts is a non-profit tax-exempt
501 (c) (3) organization registered with
the State of Pennsylvania. It relies on the
generous support of individuals,
foundations, corporations, and government
agencies to fulfill its mission.