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Storytelling for Events

Amanda Kane-Smith with Chantry Bear on stage at The Lights Theatre
Child wearing a home-made mask
Amanda Kane-Smith telling Room on The Broom with young child watching

If you are looking for entertaining storytelling for children or adults, please get in touch!

I have years of knowledge working in all kinds of sectors, and I am happy to accomodate even the most unusual request! 

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My storytelling is always tailored to suit you,

so whether you are interested in:

Performance Storytelling,

Storytelling Workshops or

Creative Story and Craft Sessions,

I am sure I will be able to create an engaging experience for your event.

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And if you are not sure what will work best for you, then please just ask!

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I am also an experienced writer and project lead, am happy to accept commissions to write stories, or help with the creation of story based events and projects.

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Amanda Kane-Smith next to a giant BFG puppet
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Amanda Kane-Smith telling the story of Peter Rabbit at The Base, Newbury
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Please contact me for more information, I am very friendly and not daunted by the weird or wonderful.

Upcoming

Upcoming Public Events

Tuesday 10th September 24

Fred the Cats Magical Monthly Story Club

10.00am

The Lights Theatre, Andover

The Tiger who came to Tea

Saturday 14th September 24

The Romsey Show

Test Valley Arts Foundation

10.00am - 4.30pm

29th September

Taste of Test Valley

Andover

10am-4pm

15th October 24

Fred the Cat's Magical Story Club

Room on the Broom

The Lights Theatre

10am 

Tuesday 29th October 24

Interactive Storytelling and Crafts

The Chantry Centre, Andover

10am-3pm

Wednesday 30th and Thursday 31st 24

Owl-O-Ween,

Hawk Conservancy Trust

5pm-9pm

Frdiay 1st November

The Baker's Daughter Interactive Storytelling and mask making event

CAS Arts

10.30am

Saturday 2nd November

Spooky Stories

Rooting 4 Andover

Tuesday 19th November 24

Fred the Cat's Magical Monthly Story Club

Goldilocks and the Three Bears

The Lights Theatre, Andover

10.00am

Friday 22nd November 24

Andover Christmas Lights

Winter Stories

4pm

Saturday 23rd November 24

CAS Arts

The Little Girl and the Four Winter Whirlwinds Stroytelling and Crafts Workshop

2.30pm 

Saturday 7th December 24

Willis Museum, Basingstoke

Winter wishes and Festive Tales

2.30pm

Saturday 14th December 24

The Base Greenham

The Elves and the Shoemaker

10am

Saturday 14th December 24

Andover Trees United

Winter Stories in the Woods

Evening Event

Tuesday 17th December 

The Lights Theatre, Andover

Fred the Cats Magical Monthly Story Club

Stickman

10.00am

21st 22nd and 23rd December 24

The Hawk Conservancy Trust

Father Christmas' Flying Visit

3pm and 6.30pm

Pirate Storytelling in Andover High Street
Collage of Interactive Storytelling shows at Winchestival

Reviews

"The workshops were very well received from our side – visitors loved them and it was a great addition to our Summer offer. We really enjoyed working with you and the quality of your offer was very high."

Jolif Guest, The National Trust (Mottisfont)

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"A small note to say a massive thank you for joining us at Four Fun Fridays this year. It’s such a great addition to have your live storytelling and hope we can continue it in future years."

Faye Perkins, Arts Officer Test Valley Borough Council

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"We had lovely feedback so thank you so much for all your hard work putting it together and working with me to create ‘the vision’."

Tom Morath. Events Manager, The Hawk Conservancy Trust

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"A huge thanks for attending the event last Saturday – it was a great success and your stories were fab!"

Ellen Doubooni Communications Officer TV BC

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"You were a very magical touch to our children’s events!"

Melanie Myers, Garsons

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Traditional Storytelling for Festivals and Events

Amanda Kane-Smith storytelling with children for the Grow Wild project in Andover

My traditional storytelling sessions are perfect for all kinds of events inside and out.

Sessions generally last approximately 20-30 minutes and can be scheduled to run throughout the day. 

My storytelling style is high-energy and interactive, and is suitable for all ages.

I have lots of stories ready to share and can provide either children's storytelling, family storytelling, or both!

 

For more information and to contact me please click here.

Amanda Kane-Smith on stage at The Lights Theatre

Performance Storytelling

My performance storytelling is great for larger audiences and can be tailored to suit your event.

Performances are highly interactive and include lots of audience participation.

I am happy to work as part of a team or create and co-ordinate a story based event for you.

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For more information and to contact me please click here.

Interactive Storytelling Workshops
for Under 10's 

Amanda Kane-Smith storytelling in Overton

My interactive storytelling workshops last one hour. 

They are a fun introduction to storytelling using music and movement, drama and lots of imagination.

Based on traditional tales, classic books and seasonal themes, these lively interactive workshops are a popular choice for family events.

If you have an event theme, I am happy to create a workshop to suit your theme.

My interactive storytelling workshops can also be a great addition for theatres and venues offering children's holiday workshops.

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For more information and to contact me please click here.

Creative Story and Craft Workshops

The Gruffalo Mouse Puppet

If you would like to offer a craft element at your event, these workshops are a great option for you.

Workshops combine storytelling with a craft based on the story's  theme or characters. Crafts include mask making, puppet making or junk modelling.

My Story and Craft Workshops are very flexible and can be tailored to suit your needs. They can be part of a pre-booked programme of events, or can run as free drop sessions throughout the day.

As well as a great addition for an event, Creative Story and Craft Workshops can be a great choice for venues offering children's holiday workshops.

For more information and to contact me please click here.

James and The Giant Peach performance at Andover College Theatre

A Play in a Day for 7-11 year olds

These workshops include drama and team games, dance, and lots of fun rehearsing towards an end of day performance which parents and carers are invited to come and watch.

My Play in a Day workshops are suitable for theatre venues and event spaces and are a great addition to any holiday workshop programme.

Workshops can include mask making or character hats. 

 

For more information and to contact me please click here.

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Storytelling for Adults

Storytelling isn't just for children!

My stories based on folktales and fairytales, myths and legends are a great addition to any event or festival. So whether you would like some spooky storytelling around the campfire, or maybe you are looking for something fresh to entertain guests after dinner? I can work with you to create bespoke storytelling to suit any casual party or formal setting.   

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For more information and to contact me please click here.

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