Okay, let’s get real. We all have those moments that are just a little too juicy for the office. Maybe it was naughty online gift that that accidentally got sent to the office and was opened. Or that time you wore your “Friday” outfit on a Monday and your boss definitely noticed. Or maybe you just had an epic “oops” moment that would make HR question your judgment—and we’re here for it. We’re looking for those stories that are a little too spicy, a little too outrageous, and a lot too hilarious to ever be shared in a meeting. Think work fails, funny slip-ups, or maybe even something you wish you could un-see but won’t ever forget. Share your “Not Suitable for Work” tales with us—because sometimes the best stories happen when we forget to filter ourselves. (And, no, we won’t tell HR.)
Join First Person Arts’ and our host for the evening comedian Lamarr Todd for Philly’s original (and best!) storytelling competition. Our scorekeeper, local celebrity guest judges, and an audience judge will score the stories and give our storytellers helpful hints on how to improve their tales.
The winner takes home $100 and bragging rights until next year.
Come to The Media Theatre on 5/14 for a fun-filled night with stories told by you–our audience–live on stage. The show starts at 7:30pm.
Tickets are only $15!
Got a great story and want a guaranteed spot on stage?
Pitch us your story at stories@firstpersonarts.org. Please limit your pitch to no more than 100 words.
We choose 4 lucky featured storytellers about two weeks before the show. Each storyteller gets a complimentary 30-minute story coaching session with our expert storytelling coaches. The remaining 3 slots are up to fate on the night of the StorySlam.
Never been to a First Person Arts StorySlam storytelling competition before?
No problem. First Person Arts Story Slams are like open mic nights for people who love stories. We provide a theme, and you provide a 100% true, personal story. You’ve got 5 minutes on stage to entertain the “most engaged audience in Philly.” No notes or props allowed.