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Talking about death with loved ones

April 28, 2018 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

- $10

Saturday, April 28, 7:30pm – 9:00pm

“Talking about death with loved ones”

It’s often difficult to talk with our loved ones about death and dying in a meaningful way, and so often the conversation never takes place. Learn from people sharing stories about meaningful end of life conversations.

This is a city-wide event in Newton sponsored by Living Wisely Dying Well.  Throughout the course of the weekend there will be a variety of educational events throughout the city.

For more information see: www.livingwiselydyingwell.org

Admission: $10 Students: $8

Details

Date:
April 28, 2018
Time:
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost:
$10

Venue

First Unitarian Society in Newton
1326 Washington St.
Newton, MA 02465 United States + Google Map

Details

Date:
April 28, 2018
Time:
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost:
$10

Venue

First Unitarian Society in Newton
1326 Washington St.
Newton, MA 02465 United States + Google Map

What happens in a True Story Theater performance?  Our events bring together the delight of improvisation with the courageous vulnerability of people sharing their personal truth.

The show’s emcee (called “the conductor”) facilitates brief, spontaneous conversations with volunteers from the audience who share their own feelings and experiences related to the show’s theme.  After each conversation, the actors and musician immediately embody the key feelings and actions they heard, using movement, music, dialogue, and superb listening. All of it is improvised on the spot. During the course of a 75 minute show, True Story enacts about 6-8 stories.

From this simple interaction, audience members feel validated, laugh, cry, get insights about their lives, and feel an expanded sense of community. You can share a moment from your life and see it performed, or just come to watch.

What are True Story Theater’s classes like?  We will teach you the basics of Playback Theatre, which can hone your listening skills for everyday life.  All are welcome.  Classes are supportive, informal, intimate, and fun, an enriching experience for both newcomers and experienced actors.