A poster for Fast Forward a storytelling show featuring two-minute short stories.

Rooted in Weston with Crossroads Theatre

Tuesday, July 22nd – Friday, August 22nd | 6:30pm – 9pm | Crossroads Theatre

Have you always wanted to tell your own story on stage? Designed for first-time storytellers, this FREE five-week workshop will teach you how to craft—and tell—your own true story!

We are excited to partner with Crossroads Theatre to present this unique storytelling workshop and performance for the Weston community.

Our own Chantal Lim and Paul Aflalo, will guide you through the process of taking a moment from your life, shaping it into a 6–10 minute story, and performing it on stage for a live audience.

Workshop Outline:

  • Week 1: What is a personal true story, and how to give feedback
  • Week 2: Story structure and focus
  • Week 3: The heart of your story—working with emotion and feeling
  • Week 4: Crafting your story for performance
  • Week 5: Performing your story

Then, on Friday, August 22nd, you and your fellow first-time storytellers will take the stage to share the stories you’ve created!

Who is this for?
Any first-time adult storyteller (19+) with a connection to the Weston community. No prior performance or storytelling experience is necessary. (Only 7 spots available!)

The deadline for applications is Tuesday, July 15th, 2025.

Submit your Application!

When is the workshop taking place?
📅 Tuesday, July 22 – Tuesday, August 19, 2025 (Every Tuesday for 5 weeks)
🕡 6 – 9pm

When is the performance?
📅 Friday, August 22, 2025 as part of Crossroads Theatre’s Summer in the Park Festival!
🕖 Starts at 7pm

Where:
Crossroads Theatre
34 John Street, Unit B, Toronto, ON M9N 0B2