Favorite Tales @ Washington School, Waterbury, CT

Diane shares some of her favorite stories at Washington School in Connecticut. Reaching students from 2nd all the way to 5th grade, Diane's performance includes two shows. This program is not open to the public.

Insect Comedy @ Community School, Cumberland, RI

Insect Comedy takes a delightful look at our Six-legged friends with tales of fireflies, gnats and beetles. Entertaining facts are served up along with plenty of silliness which keeps us laughing as we take a closer look at the world of insects. Not open to the public.

Solstice Among Trees: an Immersive Story & Harp Event @ Arnold Arboretum, Boston, MA

Arnold Arboretum 125 Arborway, Boston, MA, United States

Storytelling, Celtic harp and song accompany this Summer Solstice journey through the verdant groves of the Arnold Arboretum. This traveling performance celebrates the unique place that trees hold in our hearts and lives, drawing from the mythic perspective of cultures around the world.

Insect Comedy @ Snow Library, Orleans, MA

Let’s all go Buggy with Insect Comedy, a delightful look at the fabulous world of insects. Kate’s Acorn is about a girl who wants to save the world one acorn at a time. Fortunately she’s helped by some rollicking characters: Roly-Poly, Hangin’ out Grub and the Earthworm who teach us how soil creatures help grow good plants. Join us for this free program at Snow Library on the Cape.

Trail Mix @ Bourne Public Library, Bourne, MA

Step off the Beaten Path and into the Big Outdoors in this fun-loving Participatory Program with award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb. Free and Open to the public.

Once Upon a Fairy Tale @ Ames Free Library, Easton, MA

From enchanted bears, to determined princesses, to a wild ride with a fairy-band, Once Upon a Time has never been this fun! Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for a magical show as twilight descends. This show is free and open to the public.

Trail Mix @ Moore Memorial Library, Greene, NY

Step off the Beaten Path and into the Big Outdoors in this fun-loving Participatory Program with award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb. Free and Open to the public.

Once Upon a Halloween! @ Clapp Memorial Library, Belchertown, MA

Once Upon A Halloween is a fun-filled, Halloween event – complete with a huge cauldron bubbling over with fog for the last dramatic story! This family program contains some old chestnuts as well as great new Halloween stories full of surprises. Free event!

A Thousand Doorways @ “Talking Books” Series Worcester Public Library, Worcester, MA

"A Thousand Doorways" makes a rare Boston-area appearance as part of Worcester Public Library's Talking Book Series. Based entirely on true events, "A Thousand Doorways" follows author and storyteller Diane Edgecomb’s perilous quest to gather the folktales of the last Kurdish storytellers in Turkey. “An epic story told with consummate skill.” —The Stage, UK

Winter Solstice Story and Song @ Taft Public Library, Mendon, MA

Celebrate the Winter Solstice with haunting legends of light, evergreen traditions, and entertaining tales surrounded by traditional and original music and song. The program is free and open to the public though registration is required.

Winter Solstice Story and Song @ St John’s Church, Jamaica Plain, MA

Celebrate the longest nights with Solstice stories, music and song. Entertaining and evocative, this theatrical performance, with Oracle award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb, reveals the dramatic stories and deep meaning behind winter holiday traditions.

Winter Solstice Story and Song @ St John’s Church, Jamaica Plain, MA

Celebrate the longest nights with Solstice stories, music and song. Entertaining and evocative, this theatrical performance, with Oracle award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb, reveals the dramatic stories and deep meaning behind winter holiday traditions.

Online Party for Diane’s new book: “Source Work for Actors” @ Zoom!

Whether you're East Coast, West Coast or International you're invited to join my pre-order and supporter party for "Source Work for Actors." I'll share anecdotes and stories from my upcoming book Source Work for Actors and give insight into the journey from the seminal workshop that took place in 1984 to the performance work RESTRAINTS which it generated. The Zoom gathering will include international guests, collaborators and friends of the project who've helped bring the book to fruition with their support. All are invited to attend! Free of charge though donations are accepted.

Book Signing and LAUNCH of “Source Work for Actors” at JP Branch, Boston Public Library, JP, MA

Don't miss this celebratory in-person book launch! My newest book will be strutting its stuff at this rare in-person event. I'll read excerpts from Source Work for Actors and share behind the scenes stories PLUS preview—for the first time— rare audio of Cynkutis leading training sessions. There'll be special guests and time for a lively Q and A at the end. Oh yes- Refreshments and Good Cheer to Celebrate the culmination of this amazing multi-year project.
Don't forget to bring a pre-ordered copy of the book or buy one at the event. Books will be for available for sale AND for signing!

RESTRAINTS – Video Premiere & Interactive presentation on Devised Work @ Capitol Movie Theater, Arlington MA

To accompany the book release of Source Work for Actors- Diane's solo work RESTRAINTS will be released in Video format at Capitol Movie Theatre #6 204 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA. Filmed by Austin DeBeche- this one hour premiere vividly captures the drama of this unforgettable one-woman show.

After the Video showing, Diane will speak on creating a devised work utilizing tasks and processes inspired by Cynkutis a leading actor with Grotowski's Laboratory Theatre and documented in Source Work for Actors: In Workshop with Zbigniew Cynkutis of Grotowski's Laboratory Theatre. There will be time for Q and A.