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Introduction
What is storytelling?
- Storytelling is an ancient art form used for millennia to
transfer culture and information through the generations.
During the last 30 years, it has undergone a revival in America
and is being recognized as entertainment as well as for its
cultural value.
What is a storytelling festival?
- A celebration for adults and children
- Tales, anecdotes, yarns, fables, myths, first-person accounts,
legends, oral histories...
- The sharing of stories in performances, and the sharing
of telling techniques in workshops
- An appreciation of diverse cultures, eras, and traditions
What Does Tcha Tee Man Wi mean?
- Tcha Tee Man Wi (pronunciation cha TEE mahn wee) is
Calapooian, meaning "place where spirit dwells."
It is the original name of what is now called Mary's Peak.
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Storyteller Ed Stivender
Tcha Tee Man Wi 2003
Photo courtesy of: Corvallis Gazette-Times/Tiffany
Brown
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When did the Tcha
Tee Man Wi Storytelling Festival begin?
- The first Tcha Tee Man Wi festival was held in February
2003 and was a huge success. The festival had been a longtime
dream of Joyce Greiner, storytelling artist in residence for
five counties and founder of Wonderkeepers: A Storyteller's
Guild. Bruce Marbin, Director of the Corvallis Montessori
School, also had a longtime interest in storytelling. When
he independently approached the Corvallis Arts Center with
the idea of a festival, they connected him with Greiner and
the Wonderkeepers. They soon involved the Corvallis-Benton
County Public Library as a main sponsor and producer, and
then ArtCentric. The Tcha Tee Man Wi festival, once a dream,
became a reality.
- The festival is run by volunteers. For months, we work
on planning, publicity, fundraising, and a million logistics.
During the festival, we host, usher, fetch, and go-pher. We
welcome your talents and energy - please call the Corvallis-Benton
County Public Library, 541-766-6794 , and tell about your
willingness, abilities, and availabilities. You can also spread
the word - and tell stories, to keep the art alive!
How can I get involved in storytelling?
- Those interested in becoming involved with local storytelling
are encouraged to join the Wonderkeepers to share stories.
Come to listen or talk. This is a safe place to practice and
hone skills. For more information, contact The Arts Center,
754-1551.
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If you would like to join us as a partner or sponsor of the Tcha
Tee Man Wi Storytelling Festival, please contact Bruce Marbin, 541-760-6174
or the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 541-766-6794
Please
become a Tcha Tee Man Wi fan on Facebook!
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