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Big Vision in A Small Town Keep Dreams Alive!

Posted on March 18th, 2010

March Madness!

The month of March finds Eth-Noh-Tec on tour throughout the Midwest with the first stop in Kansas City followed by engagements in Indianapolis, Indiana; Cincinnati, Ohio; Columbia Missouri, and off to the Sunshine State to attend the Story Camp in Orlando, Florida.  Robert’s solo show started off in advance of the duet performing in over 35 shows in 25 schools and libraries.  New on the stage are several new folk tales: “Tiger’s Whisker” (Korean), “How the Tiger Got His Stripes” (Vietnam), and “Double Trouble” (India).

Ever Hear of Ligonier, IN?

Over the 28 years of performing throughout the U.S. we’ve traveled to countless communities and met many an unsung heroes and heroines, people who have committed their life to bringing multicultural awareness and education to populations (both rural, suburban, and inner city) that might not otherwise get this kind of exposure.  Once in awhile, a small town like Ligonier IN appears on our radar screen, and one such heroine, like Margarita White and her organization “Celebrating Diversity Program” (CDP) emerges with glowing reviews.

Great News Going on in Small Towns!

This rural community took me a good 2 hours to drive North of Indianapolis.  When I arrived at the location of my first show at the morning I was greeted by the full bright smile on the brown skin face of Margarita White. Latina by ethnicity, home grown bicultural girl, raised in this predominantly white farm town amidst cornfields and grain silos.  Margarita works for Celebrating Diversity Program, an agency born of the Noble County Communty Foundation and whose mission is ”To celebrate Diversity by offering and supporting culturally related programs and services that enrich the lives of residents of Noble County.”

Diversity, a Dream Come True

Through this mission and with the vision of creating ”A community that discourages prejudice and fear by encouraging language and communication skills, fostering economic well-being and inspiring education, lifelong learning and community involvement.” Margarita and an enthusiastic core of volunteers run such programs such as the Girl Power Program, translation and interpretation services for the Latino community, cultural competence workshops, scholarships, an Ethnic festival… AND bring artists like Eth-Noh-Tec (Me!) unto the stages in schools before hundreds of school students.

Friendly Volunteers!

Julie Bells (seen in the green next to Margarita White) who volunteers for CDP, between shows, gave me a personal guided tour through their sweet town.  She pointed out that, now after moving here twenty years ago, she really appreciates the caring and community spirit of this quiet town.  Then Julie asked….

“Would you like to meet the Mayor?”

After brief introductions to Chief of Police, Bryan Shearer and the Mayor of Ligonier, Patricia Fisel- I asked for an photo moment.  Mayor Fisel commented, “I have a daughter living out in the San Francisco area”… just so you know mayor, anytime you want to stop in at the Eth-Noh-Tec Studio in SF… our welcome mat is rolled out for you!  (same for you Chief Shearer!)

When we walked into the local restaurant Dan’s Restaurant I was welcomed in, sat down and treated to a great lunch- afterwhich the chef himself, “Dan” came out to greet me (Dan, the only Ethiopian, probably in the whole county): “Next time you come make sure you come on a Friday night. That’s Ethiopian Food Night.  I start making my Injera (Ethiopian sour doughed crepe) early in the morning!”

Here’s to Small Town USA, like Lignonier IN and the good spirit of Americans, who celebrate diversity and who care about creating communities that work for all people! To find out more about Celebrating Diversity visit: http://www.noblecounty.org/CDP/index.html

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Salon! You’re On! Jan 23, 2010

Posted on December 29th, 2009

Salon Jan 23, 2010

Eth-Noh-Tec presents
Salon! You’re On!
Saturday, January 23 at 7:00pm

Jerry Falek, Storyteller/Conflict Resolution Activist
Irina Rivkin, Vocal Live Looper
Gary Lapow, Songwriter/Photo Projections
Mimi’s Makeshift Players, Theater Troupe

977 South Van Ness Ave
between 20th and 21st Streets
near 24th Street Bart & Muni
San Francisco, 94110
Map of Our Location

Donation: $5-$15
New: all Alumni Salon Artists are free.

We invite you to bring a dish to share with the new artists and community.

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Philippines / Singapore Tour

Posted on July 2nd, 2009

Eth-Noh-Tec Tours Philippines and Singapore This August & September

Manila International Story Telling Festival

Manila Storytellers Showcase

Friday, August 28, 4:30pm & 7:00pm
AIM-Acceed SGV Hall, Makati

Saturday, August 29, 4:30pm & 7:00pm
De La Salle Zobel – Debbie Decena Auditorium, Alabang

250 Pesos adults / 150 Pesos children (5-12 years)

“Cherished fables and legendary tales come alive at the Showcase! Renowned international storytellers such as Randel McGee(US), Bobby Norfolk (US), Sherry Norfolk (US), and Eth-Noh-Tec (US) together with their Filipino counterparts, Melody Remorca and JK Anicoche, will present a variety of intriguing and delightful stories.”

Eth-Noh-Tec is also proud to present the workshops “Using Asian Music, Mask, and Myth in the Classroom” and “Tell it! Move it!: Adding Fun and Movements to Your Storytelling.” View the MISF website for more details.

Singapore International Story Telling Festival

Eth-Noh-Tec will be featured as Storyteller-in-Residence at SISF from 8/31 to 9/12 with performances and workshops including:

SAFRA International Storytelling Conference

Saturday, September 5, 2:30pm – 4:00pm
SAFRA Toa Payoh, Multi-Purpose Hall

$12.80 Member / $19.25 Guest (adults / children 6-12 years)

Ticketing with the SAFRA

“Experience the fascinating art of telling stories with six of the best storytellers of the world, from four different countries, surrounded by fabulous music, song and rhythmic movements. Witness the ancient art of oral storytelling being brought to life through different narratives. Come hear storytelling at its most magical.”

Starring: Eth-Noh-Tec, Roger Jenkins, Randel McGee, Bobby Norfolk, Valentina Ortiz & Marien Tillet

Asian Congress of Storytellers

Friday, September 11, 8:45am – 5:00pm
Saturday, September 12, 8:45am – 5:00pm
The Salon, Level 1, National Museum

“A meeting of professional storytellers that nurtures and empowers through keynote addresses, workshops and performances that offer in-depth involvement in diverse areas of storytelling. Teachers, librarians, professionals, parents and aspiring storytellers will have the opportunity to share the insights of the storytelling experts coming to our shores.”

Eth-Noh-Tec is proud to present the workshops “Green Grows the Story” and ”Moving Communities through Storytelling.” View details and fees at the Asian Congress of Storytellers web page.

International Storytellers Showcase, Singapore

Friday, September 11, 7:30pm – 9:30pm SOLD OUT!
Saturday, September 12, 7:30pm – 9:30pm Limited seats left!
Gallery Theatre, National Museum

$25 adults / $18 children (6-12 years)

Ticketing with the Arts House.

View the SISF website for more details.

“The International Storytellers Showcase returns for yet another highly-anticipated season. You can look forward to a delightful 2-hour performance where renowned international storytellers bring to you a rich repertoire of folktales, myths and legends in intriguing styles that are representative of their home countries. In intimate settings of the Gallery Theatre you will feel the sense of every nuance; and hear every inflection of the storytellers as they cast their spells on you.

Starring: Eth-Noh-Tec, Anna Jarrett, Ruth Kirkpatrick, Randel McGee, Bobby Norfolk, Sherry Norfolk, Valentina Ortiz & Marien Tillet”

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