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Internets is Forever by Jessica Cannon

Starting the second half of Revival, here is Matthew Trumbull performing “Internets is Forever,” written by Jessica Cannon.

The Thing About Egypt by Mark Pagan

Now switching it up, here is Barbara Christina Witmer performing Mark Pagán’s “The Thing About Egypt.”

When There’s No Such Thing by Barbara Christina Witmer

Opening up our evening of stories based on the theme Revival, here is Mark Pagán performing Barbara Christina Witmer’s piece “When There’s No Such Thing.”

Live Show: Revival

Apr 15 2015 @ 7:00PM

Our next switched-up storytelling show, REVIVAL, is just one week away!

We reached out to emerging artist, Rose Eddins, and asked her to draw an original image inspired by our show’s theme.

As you can see, the result is cherubic and delightful. NYTI’s own Kelly Jean Fitzsimmons asked her niece, Rose, what inspired her to create her masterpiece, here’s what she had to say:

I don’t know. I just thought of it.

Join us on April 15th at 7pm to celebrate and support Jimmy’s No. 43 reopening! Click here for details and to RSVP.

For those looking to help Jimmy’s No. 43 through the East Village fire/explosion, click here to buy gift certificates or become a patron.

Event Information

Apr 15 2015 @ 7:00PM

Jimmy's No. 43, East 7th Street, New York, NY, United States

QED Nominated for “Favorite Place to Experience the Arts!”

We are excited for our on-the-spot story swap tonight at QED: A Place To Show and Tell, which has been nominated as Favorite Place to Experience the Arts in Astoria!

RSVP here

March 31, 2015 Post Comment News

Listen to the “New Toys” Showcase from QED

Thank you to all who came out for our NEW TOYS workshop showcase this week at QED: A Place To Show & Tell.


Press play to listen in on the full evening, or cue up the individual stories:

Dear Tinder by Alessia Donati (2:12)
– performed by Kelly Jean Fitzsimmons

Always Believe, Love Santa by Kelly Jean Fitzsimmons (14:50)
– performed by Alessia Donati

Guitar Therapy by Tamora Wilson (33:55)
– performed by Brooke White

Her Human by Brooke White (46:00)
– performed by Tamora Wilson

Switch your story with us on March 31st at our very first NYTI Open Mic Story Swap at QED. NYTI alumni Mark Woollett, Shelley Gazes, and Raquel Penzo – along with special guest David Lawson – are going to swap stories on the spot!

There are also open mic spots available so you can sign-up to flip scripts with someone! Tickets are just $5 and can be purchased here.

Live show at QED – New Toys

Mar 24 2015 @ 7:00PM

We’ve been busy rehearsing our switched-up stories for No, YOU Tell It! NEW TOYS tomorrow night at QED in Astoria!

This show is going to be special for several reasons, including the fact that our very own Kelly Jean Fitzsimmons wrote and will be performing a piece along with the fabulous Alessia Donati, Brooke White, and Tamora Wilson.

Since KJ is on storytelling duty, Erika Iverson is hosting the evening. In fact, tomorrow is also Erika’s birthday eve,  so show up and wish her well!

For further details and to purchase tickets, click here.

Event Information

Mar 24 2015 @ 7:00PM

Q.E.D. - A Place to Show & Tell, 23rd Avenue, NY, United States

March 23, 2015 Post Comment Live Shows, News

QED Workshop Show is Coming Soon!

Mar 24 2015 @ 7:00PM

Time is flying and participants in our NYTI workshop at Q.E.D. A Place To Show & Tell have their workshop showcase this Tuesday, March 24th.

Join NYTI’s own Kelly Jean Fitzsimmons, Brooke White, Alessia Donati, and Tamora Wilson as they swap stories about the cuddly, cutting, and curious NEW TOYS in their lives. Hosted by the lovely Erika Iverson.

Click here for more info and to buy tickets.

Event Information

Mar 24 2015 @ 7:00PM

Q.E.D. - A Place to Show & Tell, 23rd Avenue, NY, United States

March 18, 2015 Post Comment Live Shows, News

More workshops coming soon!

Registration is closed for our current workshop at Q.E.D A Place To Show & Tell in Astoria but SAVE THE DATE for our workshop showcase on March 24th.

We braved the snow yesterday for our first session and the workshop participants will be working hard in the upcoming weeks to take their true-life tales, inspired by the theme New Toys, from the page to the stage!

Interested in taking an upcoming NYTI workshop? Or, want to bring a new, interactive experience to your school, office, or organization? The NYTI creative team is available for collaborative storytelling workshops. We focus on true-life stories built around a specific theme, and can adapt our switched-up storytelling structure to suit your needs. The result is a community-building experience like no other.

Contact us at noyoutellit@gmail.com to be put on the list for more information about future offerings, or to book us for a one-day workshop, weekend intensive, or full 5-week session that includes a workshop showcase.

Upcoming Workshop at Q.E.D. – “New Toys”

Our second No, YOU Tell It! workshop at Q.E.D. A Place To Show & Tell starts this Sunday, March 1st! The theme is “New Toys” and there are only a couple of spots left.  Click here for more info and to register.

The 5-week workshop is Sundays in March, plus a show on the Q.E.D. stage. You can listen to our Revelation workshop showcase here.

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