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Some photos from my story presented last night at The Yarn Storytelling.

Thanks to the talented, beautiful Panagiota Vogdou for the photos and with Ronit Rubinstein for having me in the line-up

#storytelling #childhood #truetales
October 5, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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Middle school is Hell, which means all is fair in love and Phys Ed

Come hear heartfelt tales of childhood at THE YARN STORYTELLING on Sun, Oct 4

Share in the horror… the horror… the horror

Tickets at www.showpass.com/the-yarn-storytelling-minor-flashbacks/

#storytelling #truetales #TorontoEvents
September 27, 2026 at 3:25 PM
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Never fear aging, as the alternative sounds pretty boring!

Come hear #storytellers regale you with #truetales of getting older without necessarily getting any wiser.

AGE AIN’T NOTHING BUT A NUMBER at Burdock on Sep 30

www.showpass.com/age-aint-nothing-but-a-number-september-2026

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September 22, 2026 at 3:51 PM
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Sue Storm has nothing on this kid! Find out why at the next The Yarn Storytelling show

Storytellers both seasoned and pumpkin spiced will entertain you with heartfelt & humorous #truetales of their youth

Tix at: www.showpass.com/the-yarn-storytelling-minor-flashbacks/

#storytelling #TorontoEvents
September 18, 2026 at 1:56 PM
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Are you UP TO THE CHALLENGE of hearing some seriously funny #truetales from #storytellers who were?

The line-up for the next LISTEN TO THIS show is almost set.

Come out to Free Times Café on Fri, Sep 25 to be delighted & captivated!

www.nowlistentothis.ca

#storytelling #comedy #TorontoEvents
September 9, 2026 at 10:18 PM
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Images from last night’s #storytelling performance at iClown’s Open Stage at Sweet Action Theatre

Thanks to my friend Kitlyn Varnam for the shots

#variety #comedy #truetales #TorontoEvents
September 5, 2026 at 6:57 PM
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Looking for some #storytelling entertainment on Thursday night?

7:00pm James Gangl’s PAGE TO STAGE showcase at Sweet Action Theatre
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8:00pm LISTEN TO THIS at Free Times Café
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#truetales #personalstories #TorontoEvents
August 20, 2026 at 2:51 AM
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Don’t miss the bunch of animals sharing #truetales in the next Listen to This #storytelling show

Host Michael Salvatore welcomes Bonnie Hay, Elisa Goldman, Leslie Hetherington, Nads, Sandra Muscat, Susan Fischer, & Zoe Leung to Free Times Café

Tickets at: www.eventbrite.ca/e/1993481925101
July 19, 2026 at 7:13 PM
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Looking for an air-conditioned night of hot #truetales from the coolest #storytellers in Toronto?

TONIGHT, @replaystorytelling.com completes its season with FULL CIRCLE!

Live & live-stream tickets at: www.replaystorytelling.com/tickets

#storytelling #TorontoEvents @paulaflalo.bsky.social
July 15, 2026 at 12:24 PM
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Go ON THE ROAD with Toronto’s best #storytellers at Tales Told Live at the Tranzac on July 14

Hear personal stories of the trips that changed us & detours we never saw coming.

Show is pay-what-you-can but seating is limited. www.talestoronto.com

#storytelling #truetales #TorontoEvents
July 4, 2026 at 2:09 AM
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Hot off the wonderful response to our first show, tickets are now available for VELOUTE presents: An Evening at the Palace (Pier)

Come join us for rollicking personal tales on the theme “I’ll drink to that!”

www.showpass.com/veloute-presents-august/

#storytelling #truetales #TorontoEvents
July 2, 2026 at 6:10 PM
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THANK YOU ALL!

Our sincerest thanks to the #storytellers who shared such wonderful tales & to the audience who supported us so generously with their time & their laughter.

Mark your calendars for our next show on Sunday, August 16.

#storytelling #truetales #TorontoEvents
June 29, 2026 at 1:18 PM
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ONE WEEK AWAY! Incredible #storytelling comes to Toronto’s SWEET ACTION THEATRE

Come hear stunning & joyous #truetales from passionate #storytellers in James Gangl’s PAGE TO STAGE Showcase

www.eventbrite.ca/e/1991914830880

#TorontoEvents
June 22, 2026 at 12:16 PM
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We are one week away from VELOUTE presents: An Evening at the Palace (Pier)

Don’t miss your opportunity to hear wonderful, true stories of eating, drinking & simply being together.

Tickets are selling out! Get yours: www.showpass.com/veloute-presents-june

#storytelling #truetales #TorontoEvents
June 21, 2026 at 2:49 PM
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Experience live #storytelling from RANDALL C WILLIS

Sun, June 28
AN EVENING AT THE PALACE (PIER)
www.showpass.com/veloute-presents-june/

Mon, June 29
PAGE TO STAGE SHOWCASE
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Sun, August 16
AN EVENING AT THE PALACE (PIER)
(Info to come)

#truetales #LifeStories #TorontoEvents
June 18, 2026 at 12:58 PM
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Are you ready to experience heartfelt & uplifting stories?

We have 10 wonderful storytellers ready to share!

Come experience James Gangl’s PAGE TO STAGE showcase on June 29 at Sweet Action Theatre

www.eventbrite.ca/e/1991914830...

#storytelling #truetales #lifestories
June 15, 2026 at 2:32 PM
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Ready for a night of heartfelt & funny true tales of food, drink & being together?

Join us June 28 at VELOUTE presents: An Evening at the Palace (Pier) for a few snacks & loads of #storytelling fun

Tickets at: www.showpass.com/veloute-presents-june

SEATING IS LIMITED!

#truetales #TorontoEvents
June 13, 2026 at 6:26 PM
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Are you ready for a night of heartfelt & funny #truetales of food, drink & the joy of being together?

Come be enthralled by the musings of our incredible #storytelling line-up

Veloute presents: An Evening at the Palace (Pier) on June 28

Tickets on sale NOW: www.showpass.com/veloute-pres...
June 6, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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And finally, Veloute presents: An Evening at the Palace (Pier) welcomes co-producer, host & #storyteller Randall C Willis

A self-described story evangelist, Randall is grateful to share hilarious & heart-breaking #truetales of a life lived

Don't miss out!
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Photo of Randall C Willis with bio: Randall is a veteran improviser & storyteller, award-winning screenwriter & filmmaker, & screenwriting instructor at George Brown Polytechnic. And to foster freewheeling creativity & spontaneous storytelling, Randall recently launched the improvised writing workshop Out of Our Minds & Onto the Page. Similarly, through So, What’s Your Story?, Randall helps writers unleash their voices & explore their ideas. He is ecstatic to co-produce & host Veloute presents.
June 5, 2026 at 1:55 PM
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Veloute presents: An Evening at the Palace (Pier) welcomes #storytelling juggernaut @paulaflalo.bsky.social to our June show

A champion of new #storytellers, Paul is an irrepressible trickster, often sharing hilarious #truetales of his antics

Seats are limited! www.showpass.com/veloute-pres...
Photo of Paul Aflalo with bio: Paul is a documentary producer who creates narrative-driven pieces for film, radio & podcasts. He is also a storyteller, sharing stories across Canada, parts of Europe, & the UK. His focus has always been helping others share the stories that need to be told, which nicely suits his role as Artistic Director for Replay Storytelling (replaystorytelling.com) & the hugely successful Replay Story Fest.
June 4, 2026 at 2:08 PM
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Veloute presents: An Evening at the Palace (Pier) welcomes the quiet edge of #storyteller Michael Salvatore to our June show

Michael brings the timing of stand-up comedy to his charming #truetales of nerd life, & we are so lucky to have him

Seating is limited!
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Photo of Michael Salvatore with bio: Michael is a nerdy Italian stand-up comedian, improvisor and storyteller who performed all over Ontario at venues like Second City, Comedy Bar, Yuk Yuks, the Rivoli and more. He's excited to bridge the gap between storytelling and stand-up comedy as the host and co-producer of the monthly comedic storytelling show Listen to This (nowlistentothis.ca).
June 3, 2026 at 2:47 PM
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Veloute presents: An Evening at the Palace (Pier) welcomes veteran #storyteller Briane Nasimok in June

Briane is a classic raconteur, offering delightfully witty & heartfelt #truetales, & we are glad he’ll share our stage

Seats are limited, so don’t delay! www.showpass.com/veloute-pres...
Photo of Briane Nasimok with bio: Briane has had an eclectic life in the arts ranging from Canadian Opera Company supernumerary to minor Canadian film star. He has mounted three one-person Fringe shows, including Confessions of an Operatic Mute, & he currently co-hosts & co-produces Tales at the Tranzac through his company Tales Toronto (talestoronto.com).
June 1, 2026 at 1:59 PM
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Veloute presents: An Evening at the Palace (Pier) welcomes #storyteller Tamara Robert to our June show

Tamara is a delight, sharing heartfelt & passionate #truetales of love & compassion, & we are grateful for her company

Seating is limited. Tickets at: www.showpass.com/veloute-pres...
Photo of Tamara Robert with bio: Tamara is a writer, performer, & creator of solo shows who believes storytelling is the sacred art of connecting two souls. She brings fierce honesty, humour, & heart to the stage, weaving personal stories into shared experiences. She is best known for Psycho Bitch & Confessions of PK Pin Up & she is about to launch her newest solo show, Lover Girl, a funny & tender exploration of love, loss, & what we do to avoid both.
May 30, 2026 at 3:06 PM
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Ready for a cozy evening of heartfelt & hilarious #truetales of food, drink & simply being together?

VELOUTE PRESENTS: An Evening at the Palace (Pier) on June 28 & August 16 at Veloute @ Palace Pier

Seating is limited, so get your tickets soon www.showpass.com/veloute-presents-june/

#storytelling
Show co-producers Chef Fawzi Kotb, Alise Matos and Randall C Willis stand before the glass-enclosed Veloute dining room at night.
May 28, 2026 at 2:38 PM