11 December 2024

The Power of Storytellers to Shape Our World: How Telling Stories Makes Us Human

Submitted by: Douglas Maximus
The Power of Storytellers to Shape Our World: How Telling Stories Makes Us Human

Countdown to the Launch of the South African Oral Storytellers Festival

Theme: Lost in Translation - Navigating Cross-Cultural Communication in Multicultural Settings

Pretoria, 11 December 2024 – TAB NPC is thrilled to announce the launch of the inaugural South African Oral Storytellers Festival on December 14, 2024. This exclusive, invitation-only event will bring together a dynamic group of storytellers, authors, poets, and performers, highlighting African narratives and contemporary voices.

During the event, TAB NPC will also reveal the date for the full festival, which is planned for the following year.

Celebrating the Art of Oral Storytelling

The festival seeks to unite storytellers, writers, educators, and community members to celebrate oral storytelling as a powerful art form. Attendees will enjoy live storytelling performances and networking opportunities, fostering diversity and inclusion within the storytelling community.

Dr. Mongezi C. Makhalima, Founder and Managing Member at TAB NPC, underscores the significance of oral storytelling:
“Oral tradition has been the backbone of South African storytelling for centuries.”

The South African Oral Storytellers Festival aims to deepen the appreciation for storytelling as an educational tool and a bridge for cultural connection.

Event Highlights

  • Live Performances: Featuring renowned storytellers, poets, and performers from diverse backgrounds.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connecting attendees within the storytelling and cultural communities.
  • Theme Exploration: Addressing the nuances of cross-cultural communication in multicultural settings.

About TAB NPC

TAB NPC is an Arts Development Cooperative dedicated to promoting literacy, culture, and community engagement through innovative programs. By preserving cultural heritage and celebrating the transformative power of words, TAB NPC fosters a vibrant and inclusive arts community.

For more information, please contact:
Douglas Maximus
Phone: +27 12 751 7608
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TAB is an Arts Development Co-operative of different arts organizations and individuals whose intent is to transform the creative sector capability and mindset to function in the new era and develop a feasible and sustainable creative sector.

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