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December, 2007    Vol 1, Issue 1

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2008 Classes

Storytelling

 

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Dear Friends,

 

Do you want to make 2008 the year you "Write Your Non- Fiction Book" or " Create Your One -Person Show" ?  Why not give yourself the gift of your deep creativity and commit to taking the action necessary to finish a life changing project next year. If this appeals to you, consider taking one of Project Life Stories year long classes beginning in January (July and August off).

 

The space in both classes is extremely limited (10 people each). We meet for two,five hour sessions per month. In addition, the non-fiction/writing class includes a bonus weekend devoted to writing a book proposal that is appropriate for agents and publishers. The solo performance class will have a public showcase to culminate the year. Each participant will present 10-15 minutes of their material to a live audience. We will be inviting talent and film agents, as well as friends and community to this showcase.

 

The shows and books that have been emerging out of the 2007 class have been astonishing!

 

Please call me for an interview today as slots are filling up quickly!   505-470-5267

 

 Also, our new and improved website, www.ProjectLifeStories.org created by Melissa White is awesome. You are now able to listen and read performances from past monologue shows online.

 

In November, I facilitated monologues with gay, lesbian and transgender students at the College of Santa Fe and United World College in Las Vegas. It was phenomenal.

 

I am facilitating and directing several wonderful upcoming shows in 2008. Please check the site for updates!

 

"To listen a soul into disclosure and discovery is the greatest service one human being can do for another"- Quaker quote

 

 

Peace, Blessings and Stories . . . . . . . . . . 

Tanya Taylor Rubinstein

 

2008 Classes

 

Class #1

"One Year to Write Your Memoir or Non-Fiction Book"

 

Have you been dreaming about writing a memoir or other non fiction book, but never known where to start? Or have you begun, only to get sidetracked again and again?  If so, this is the class for you!

 

Using Tanya's proven methodology of that combines creative flow with soulful and organic structure, you will be on your way to fulfilling your dream this January.

 

 

Topics and Exercises will Include;

 

Improvisational Writing Practice

Working with the Transformation Journal

Finding an Organic Structure

The "transformational arc"

Editing down to the essence

Book proposals and Marketing Strategy

 

Cost: 2,100 (plus N.M. tax) $500 deposit required to hold your space with full amount due by March 15. Full amount refunded after first class. Thereafter, no refunds

 

Class #2

Solo Performance Year-Long Professional Intensive: "Creating A One Person Show"

Have you always wanted to write and perform your one -person show but haven't known how to begin? Has everyone told you for years that you need to "get your story out there?" Do you have a burning desire to present your vision to the world but have difficulty clearly, authentically and effectively articulating your passion to others? Do you want to explore the art of creating original characters? If so, this intensive may be for you!

Topics + Exercises will include:

· Solo Improvisation to create characters
· Improvisational Writing
· Mining Your Life for Material
· The Transformational Arc (Hero's Journey in Solo Performance)
· Showing up with Presence
· Finding Your Solo Performance Style + Form
· What it takes to Produce Your Show

Cost: $2,400. $500 deposit required to hold your space with full amount due by March 15. Full amount refunded after first class. Thereafter,no refunds.

 

"Tanya is that rare teacher who combines talents of heart and mind in equal measure, at once genuinely empathetic and brilliantly insightful." - Susana Guillaume "Girl Facing West"

 

 

Project Life Stories

 

Storytelling

is an ancient art that connects us to ourselves, our community and to the greater whole. At its best, storytelling brings both storyteller and listener deep into their hearts. Through this shared journey, there is a possibility of creating empathy, compassion and a bridge to lead us past our differences and into our shared humanness. In this way, our stories become a powerful tool for personal and global change.