Diane Ferlatte’s childhood in Louisiana introduced her to storytelling as a living tradition. On her grandparents’ porch, family members and neighbors shared stories, humor, and memories that connected generations. But the significance of Diane’s legacy becomes especially clear in the experiences of the people who knew her. Fellow storyteller Antonio Rocha, celebrated Diane by saying,Continue reading “Cap’s Off to You! – Diane Ferlatte (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story”
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Cap’s Off to You! – Gede Tarmada (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story
Gede Tarmada grew up surrounded by stories. His father, the celebrated Balinese storyteller Made Taro, founded Rumah Dongeng—the “House of Tales”—in 1973, and Gede was introduced to storytelling as a child while listening to his grandfather’s stories and participating in his father’s storytelling circle. Over time, he became far more than his father’s son: heContinue reading “Cap’s Off to You! – Gede Tarmada (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story”
Cap’s Off to You! – Peadar Murphy (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story
Peadar Murphy of Belfast, Northern Ireland, was a storyteller whose warmth, humor, and generous spirit reached far beyond his local storytelling community. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Peadar became an especially important part of Liz Weir’s virtual storytelling gatherings, helping Liz bring people together when gathering in person was no longer possible. Through those Zoom gatheringsContinue reading “Cap’s Off to You! – Peadar Murphy (Posthumously) and Celebrating Story”