Date: November 15, 2025
Location: Compagnie du Chat qui Tousse, 1 RUE Proudhon, 29200 Brest
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Event Description:
Join us for an evening dedicated to the art of participatory storytelling, where audience members are encouraged to shape the narrative in real time. This free event invites the local community to explore the power of imagination, dialogue, and collective creativity in a unique theatrical experience.
The evening begins at 5:00 PM with a welcome and introduction to participatory storytelling techniques. Our facilitators will guide participants through interactive exercises that explore voice, body language, and improvisational skills. Attendees will learn how stories can evolve dynamically through audience input and collaborative decision-making.
By 5:45 PM, participants engage in group exercises to develop characters, settings, and storylines. Small teams will create short scenes, experimenting with plot twists, dialogue, and audience interaction. The focus is on inclusivity, ensuring every voice is heard and every idea contributes to the evolving story. Facilitators provide guidance on how to maintain narrative flow while encouraging spontaneity and creativity.
At 6:30 PM, the main participatory storytelling session begins. Selected scenes from each group are performed, and the audience is invited to influence outcomes, suggest plot developments, and contribute ideas for character actions. This dynamic exchange creates an ever-changing performance, where stories grow organically and collaboratively. Audience members experience firsthand how their participation shapes the theatrical narrative.
A short intermission at 7:15 PM provides refreshments and an opportunity for participants to discuss ideas, network, and reflect on the storytelling process. After the break, a final session begins at 7:30 PM, bringing all participants together for a large-scale collaborative story. This culminating performance emphasizes collective imagination, problem-solving, and emotional engagement, demonstrating the power of participatory theater to unite a community through shared creativity.
The event concludes at 8:00 PM with a discussion circle where participants reflect on the experience, share insights, and explore how the techniques learned can be applied in personal, educational, and professional contexts. This evening is designed for anyone curious about storytelling, theater, or community engagement, providing a memorable and enriching experience for all.
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