National Storytelling Week

National Storytelling Week starts on the last Saturday of January every year to celebrate the age-old art of storytelling.

Organized by the Society for Storytelling, this week-long event encourages people across the UK to engage in and enjoy the tradition of telling and listening to stories. National Storytelling Week aims to highlight the power of stories in connecting people, conveying important messages, and fostering a rich oral tradition.

During this week, storytellers, libraries, schools, museums, and other community groups come together to host storytelling events, workshops, and performances. It’s a time to share tales ranging from folk and fairy stories to personal narratives and modern fiction, emphasizing the diversity and vitality of storytelling in contemporary culture.

To engage your audience with National Storytelling Week, here are some content ideas for your social media:

• Storytelling Events and Activities: Promote local or virtual storytelling events, encouraging participation in workshops, readings, and performances.
• Share a Story: Encourage your audience to share their favourite stories or personal anecdotes, fostering a sense of community and shared cultural heritage.
• Tips for Effective Storytelling: Offer tips and techniques for effective storytelling, helping both seasoned and novice storytellers enhance their skills.
• Highlight Storytellers: Feature profiles of storytellers, showcasing their art and the diverse range of storytelling styles and traditions.
• Benefits of Storytelling: Discuss the educational, cultural, and emotional benefits of storytelling, particularly for children and communities.

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