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New England USO Portsmouth Naval Base, Kittery, ME

Diane performs Night Lights for the New England USO in Kittery, Maine at their family BBQ. There will be a delicious BBQ dinner, and crafts for all ages, followed by Diane’s performance. This is the fifth time Diane has been … Continue reading →

Storytelling Workshop

Diane will be leading Storytelling Workshops for the third grade students of the Marsh Grammar School in Methuen, MA! Retelling a folktale is part of the English core curriculum and with Diane’s follow-up workshop, students will gain all the tools … Continue reading →

In the Groves: A Summer Solstice Journey at Arnold Arboretum, Boston, MA

Arnold Arboretum 125 Arborway, Boston, MA, United States

Ancient stories of trees with music from cultures around the world accompany this twilight stroll through the beautiful groves of Boston’s favorite tree sanctuary, the Arnold Arboretum. This performance event, created by Oracle award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb and Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain, takes us to some of the Arboretum’s loveliest spots.

Water Wizards at Discovery Days, Quincy, MA

Wollaston Beach Playground Park Quincy Shore Dr. (near Tony's Clam Shop 861 Quincy Shore Drive, Quincy MA), Quincy, MA, United States

Let’s go where the wet things are in the entertaining Water Wizards program with master storyteller Diane Edgecomb at Discovery Days this summer in Quincy, MA! Discovery Days is a collaboration between the City of Quincy and Quincy Braintree Family Network-CFCE.

Join In! at Simon Fairfield Public Library, Douglas, MA

Simon Fairfield Public Library 290 Main St, Douglas, MA, United States

Travel around the world with these captivating multi-cultural stories and songs. Celebrate age-old narratives, animal characters and home-spun wisdom all the while learning songs in different languages as one of New England’s favorite storytellers takes us from the heart of the Amazon rainforest to the villages of Africa on the wings of story, rhythm and song.

Rainforest Legends at Sunrise Montessori School, Franklin, MA

Sunrise Montessori School 31 Hayward St, Franklin, MA, United States

This summer, Diane brings Rainforest Legends to the pre-school children of the Sunrise Montessori School in Franklin, MA. From the banks of the Amazon River to the heart of the West African jungle, Rainforest Legends brings to life favorite folktales and songs about the animals and plants of these lands.

Rock Solid! at North Adams Public Library, North Adams, MA

North Adams Public Library 74 Church St, North Adams, MA, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Rock Solid! at Millville Free Public Library, Millville, MA

Millville Free Public Library 169 Main St, Millville, MA, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Insect Comedy @ Newington Parks and Recreation Dept., Newington, CT

Newington Parks and Recreation Department, 131 Cedar Street, Newington, CT 131 Cedar Street, Newington, CT, United States

Diane returns to her home town of Newington Connecticut with her entertaining performance Insect Comedy. Insect Comedy takes a delightful look at our six-legged friends as seen through the lens of folktales and original stories.

Rock Solid! at Levi-Heywood Memorial Library, Gardner, MA

Levi-Heywood Memorial Library 55 W Lynde St, Gardner, MA, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Rock Solid! at Plympton Public Library, Plympton, MA

Plympton Public Library 248 Main St, Plympton, MA, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Insect Comedy at Abbott Learning Center, Wellesley, MA

Abbott Learning Center 28 Abbott Rd, Welleslet Hills, MA, United States

Diane returns to the Abbott Learning Center in Wellesley, MA to perform her “Insect Comedy” for their preschool students. Open up your imaginations for a fun-filled look at our six-legged friends!

The Language of Flowers at Taft Public Library, Mendon, MA

Taft Public Library 29 North Ave, Mendon, MA, United States

The Language of Flowers celebrates flowers and the stories that have been told about them through the ages. Master storyteller Diane Edgecomb brings to life the legends that surround favorite garden flowers revealing the deep meaning cultures around the world have found there, accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain.

Rock Solid! at Millicent Library, Fairhaven, MA

Millicent Library 45 Center St, Fairhaven, MA, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Digging Dinosaurs at Whitman Public Library, Whitman, MA

Whitman Public Library 100 Webster St, Whitman, MA, United States

These popular dinosaur adventures complement their scientific facts with a happy dose of humor. Dinosaur lovers of all ages will enjoy the colorful posters, Dinosaur Sign-Language and participation that keeps audiences engaged and asking for MOOORE!

Insect Comedy at EcoTarium, Worcester, MA

EcoTarium 222 Harrington Way, Worcester, MA, United States

The EcoTarium welcomes Diane Edgecomb’s “Insect Comedy” as part of their Summer 2018 Performance Series “Nature Explore: LIVE!” Open up your imaginations for a fun-filled look at our six-legged friends!

Rock Solid! at Grafton Public Library, Grafton, MA

Grafton Public Library 35 Common, Grafton, MA, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Rock Solid! at Carver Public Library, Carver, MA

Carver Public Library 2 Meadowbrook Way, Carver, MA, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Midsummer Magic at Howland Public Library, Beacon, NY

Howland Public Library 313 Main St, Beacon, NY, United States

Master storyteller Diane Edgecomb accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain perform their Midsummer Magic this July at the Howland Public Library in Beacon, NY! The performance complements Howland Public Library’s 2018 Summer Reading Theme for Adults – this year, the theme is Music! Midsummer Magic is a story and music celebration of the Summer Solstice drawn from cultures around the world. This delightful and entertaining performance brings to life ancient legends of transformation, tree-spirits and fireflies.

Rainforest Legends at Centerville Public Library, Centerville, MA

Centerville Public Library 585 Main St, Centerville, MA, United States

This summer Diane brings Rainforest Legends to families of Centerville Public Library in Centerville, MA. From the banks of the Amazon River to the heart of the West African jungle, Rainforest Legends brings to life favorite folktales and songs about the animals and plants of these lands.

Rock Solid! at Eldredge Public Library, Chatham, MA

Eldredge Public Library 564 Main Street, Chatham, MA, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Rock Solid! at Sandwich Public Library, Sandwich, MA

Sandwich Public Library 142 Main St, Sandwich, MA, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Rock Solid! at Snow Library, Orleans, MA

Snow Library 67 Main St, Orleans, MA, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Rock Solid! at Jonathan Bourne Public Library, Bourne, MA

Jonathan Bourne Public Library 19 Sandwich Rd, Buzzards Bay, MA, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Rock Solid! at Prosser Public Library, Bloomfield, CT

Prosser Public Library 1 Tunxis Ave, Bloomfield, CT, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Folktale Superheroes Around The World at Southeast Steuben County Library, Corning, NY

Southeast Steuben County Library 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, United States

What do China, Africa and South America all have in common? Superheroes!!!
Long before the Superheroes of today, people all over the world used their SUPER IMAGINATIONS to create folktales about creatures and people with extraordinary powers. Join master storyteller Diane Edgecomb for this exciting adventure!

Rock Solid! at Worthington Library, Worthington, MA

Worthington Library 1 Huntington Rd, Worthington, MA, United States

A play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.

Tell Me A Story @ Newton After School Association Conference, Newton South High School

newton south high school 140 Brandeis Road, Newton Centre, MA, United States

Learn how to tell a folktale in your words in this interactive workshop! Diane leads workshop participants in group exercises that will develop everyone’s expressive abilities. Explore your voice’s potential and learn how to create a character using Diane’s method … Continue reading →

The Creative Voice Workshop @ Dancing Tree Story Workshop, Needham MA

Dancing Tree Story Workshop, Gorse Mill Studios 31 Thorpe Road, Needham, MA, United States

Storyteller Diane Edgecomb’s unique vocal and physical training helps us to strengthen the connection between the imagination and the voice, increasing its flexibility, authenticity, expressiveness, range and resonance.

Native American Nature Tales @ Dighton Historical Society, Dighton, MA

Dighton Historical Society 1217 Williams St, Dighton, MA, United States

Join Diane Edgecomb and the Dighton Historical Society for Native American Nature Tales! Native American Nature Tales explores tribal myths and legends of the animals and birds of North America. Ranging from the humorous to the heart-felt, these stories celebrate native culture and its strong links to the natural world.

Digging Dinosaurs @ Heights Elementary School, Sharon, MA

Heights Elementary School 77 Pond Street, Sharon, MA, MA, United States

Diane returns to Heights Elementary School Extended Day to entertain Kindergarten - second graders with Digging Dinosaurs.

Digging Dinosaurs engages students with descriptive dinosaur information, colorful posters, sign language, and lively interactive stories. Stories include Pattysaurus, Diane’s original tale about a young girl so obsessed with her dinosaur collection that she turns into a gigantic sauropod herself.

Rainforest Legends @ Heights Elementary School, Sharon, MA

Heights Elementary School 77 Pond Street, Sharon, MA, MA, United States

Diane returns to Sharon Community Education at an extended day program at Heights Elementary School to entertain third, fourth, and fifth graders with Rainforest Legends.
More about Rainforest Legends: From the banks of the Amazon River to the heart of the West African jungle, Rainforest Legends brings to life favorite folktales and songs about the animals and plants of these lands.

A Thousand Doorways @ Oasis, Cardiff, Wales

Oasis Cardiff 69b Splott Road, Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

In Cardiff, Wales, Diane will give a benefit performance of A Thousand Doorways for Oasis, an organization that provides services for refugee families and asylum seekers. The event is part of the University of South Wales' Storytellers in Conversation Series. This performance and talk back were arranged by Dr. Joseph Sobol, professor of storytelling at the University of South Wales.

£11.37

A Thousand Doorways @ Bardon Mill & Henshaw Village Hall, Northumberland, UK

Bardon Mill & Henshaw Village Hall Northumberland, United Kingdom

As part of her October tour of the United Kingdom, Diane will be performing at Bardon Mill & Henshaw Village Hall in the Lakes District of England, produced by Highlights Rural Touring Scheme.

Join Diane Edgecomb and embark on a journey of intrigue and heart to record the last Kurdish storytellers!

A Thousand Doorways @ Appleby Hub, Cumbria, UK

Appleby Hub Cumbria, United Kingdom

As part of her October tour of the United Kingdom, Diane will be performing at Appleby Hub in the Lakes District of England, produced by Highlights Rural Touring Scheme.

Join Diane Edgecomb and embark on a journey of intrigue and heart to record the last Kurdish storytellers!

A Thousand Doorways @ Scottish International Storytelling Festival, Edinburgh, Scotland

Scottish Storytelling Centre Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Moved by the silencing of the Kurdish language by Turkish laws, storyteller Diane Edgecomb embarks on a journey of intrigue and heart to record the last Kurdish storytellers. This true account takes us to those mountain villages, forbidden to outsiders, where the true stories of their lives and of their struggle mix with startling ancient legends.

Ceilidh @ Scottish International Storytelling Festival, Edinburgh, Scotland

Scottish Storytelling Centre Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Diane tells stories in a "ceilidh style" exchange of story and song. Happy to be sharing the gathering stage with traditional tellers and musicians including George Macpherson (teller and host), Ruairidh Maclean and Michael Kerins.

Folktale Superheroes from Around the World @ Steward Elementary, Topsfield, MA

Pawtucket Public Library Pawtucket, RI, United States

Diane will be at the Steward Elementary school for two performances of Folktale Superheroes from Around the World! Long before the Superheroes of today, people all over the world used their SUPER IMAGINATIONS to create folktales about creatures and people with extraordinary powers. Celebrate our common love of story with these exciting and engaging multi-cultural tales.

Folktale Superheroes from Around the World @ Steward Elementary, Topsfield, MA Copy

Pawtucket Public Library Pawtucket, RI, United States

Diane will be at the Steward Elementary school for two performances of Folktale Superheroes from Around the World! Long before the Superheroes of today, people all over the world used their SUPER IMAGINATIONS to create folktales about creatures and people with extraordinary powers. Celebrate our common love of story with these exciting and engaging multi-cultural tales.

Once Upon A Halloween @ Butler Extended Day, Belmont, MA

Butler School, Belmont Ma 90 White Street, Belmont, MA, United States

What would Halloween be without some chillin’ tales for the spookiest time of the year? Diane brings fun to a fun-filled season with a beloved Halloween event –two performances- complete with a huge cauldron bubbling over with fog for the last dramatic story!

Workshops @ Newton After School Conference, Newton MA

Newton South High School 140 Brandeis Road, Newton Centre, MA, United States

Diane presents two interactive workshops for after school staff at this popular conference. Topics include: Tell Me a Story- on the art of telling a story and Storytelling and the Art of Play - motivating children to tell their own tales.

Native American Nature Tales @ Plymouth Library, Plymouth, MA

Plymouth Public Library 132 South Street, Plymouth, MA, United States

Native American Nature Tales explores tribal myths and legends of the animals and birds of North America. Ranging from the humorous to the heart-felt, these stories celebrate native culture and its strong links to the natural world.

Native American Nature Tales @ Worcester Library, Worcester, MA

Worcester Free Public Library 3 Salem Sq., Worcester, MA, United States

Join Diane Edgecomb at the Worcester Library for Native American Nature Tales! Native American Nature Tales explores tribal myths and legends of the animals and birds of North America. Ranging from the humorous to the heart-felt, these stories celebrate native culture and its strong links to the natural world.

Native American Nature Tales @ Griswold School, Kensington, CT

MA, United States

Native American Nature Tales explores tribal myths and legends of the animals and birds of North America. Ranging from the humorous to the heart-felt, these stories celebrate native culture and its strong links to the natural world. Join one of New England’s favorite tellers as these rich stories create a colorful weave of landscape and people.

Rainforest Legends @ Runkle Extended Day, Brookline, MA

Runkle Extended Day, Runkle School, Brookline MA

Diane entertains extended day students with her engaging performance of folktales from rainforest lands around the world. These Folktales and Songs celebrate the birds and animals of Rainforest lands from Africa to the Amazon.

Winter Solstice in Story and Song @ New Hampshire Theatre Project, Portsmouth, NH

New Hampshire Theater Project 959 Islington St. #3, Portsmouth, NH, United States

Celebrate the longest nights with Solstice stories and songs evoking the warmth of the season. Oracle award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb weaves together a tapestry of ancient tales: evergreen myths, legends of light and entertaining stories that reveal the deep meaning behind our winter holiday traditions. This theatrical storytelling, accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain and multi-instrumentalist Tom Megan, features the Scandinavian “Legend of the Mistletoe,” seasonal music, song and humorous Wassail traditions.

The Winter Solstice in Story and Song @ the historic Loring-Greenough House, Jamaica Plain, MA

Loring-Greenough House 12 South Street, Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts

Celebrate the longest nights with Solstice stories and songs evoking the warmth of the season. Oracle award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb weaves together a tapestry of ancient tales: evergreen myths, legends of light and entertaining stories that reveal the deep meaning behind our winter holiday traditions. This theatrical storytelling, accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain and multi-instrumentalist Tom Megan, features the Scandinavian “Legend of the Mistletoe,” seasonal music, song and humorous Wassail traditions.

$20 – $25

The Winter Solstice in Story and Song @ the historic Loring-Greenough House, Jamaica Plain, MA

Loring-Greenough House 12 South Street, Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts

Celebrate the longest nights with Solstice stories and songs evoking the warmth of the season. Oracle award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb weaves together a tapestry of ancient tales: evergreen myths, legends of light and entertaining stories that reveal the deep meaning behind our winter holiday traditions. This theatrical storytelling, accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain and multi-instrumentalist Tom Megan, features the Scandinavian “Legend of the Mistletoe,” seasonal music, song and humorous Wassail traditions.

$20 – $25

The Winter Solstice in Story and Song @ the historic Loring-Greenough House, Jamaica Plain, MA

Loring-Greenough House 12 South Street, Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts

Celebrate the longest nights with Solstice stories and songs evoking the warmth of the season. Oracle award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb weaves together a tapestry of ancient tales: evergreen myths, legends of light and entertaining stories that reveal the deep meaning behind our winter holiday traditions. This theatrical storytelling, accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain and multi-instrumentalist Tom Megan, features the Scandinavian “Legend of the Mistletoe,” seasonal music, song and humorous Wassail traditions.

$20 – $25

Once Upon A Wintertime @ First Night Needham, Needham, MA

Needham Public Library 1139 Highland Street, Needham, MA

Diane entertains First Night revelers this New Year's eve at First Night Needham, a warm family friendly celebration of New Year's eve. Diane's stories of wintertime magic and fun are drawn from many cultures ranging from the lyrical Grimms tale of Snow White and Rose Red to tales of folksy New England escapades that transform a winter’s day into a time of delight.

Folktale Superheroes from Around the World @ Bacon Free Library, Natick, MA

Bacon Free Library 58 Eliot St, Natick, MA

Come in from the cold and warm up with Folktale Superheroes from Around the World at Bacon Free Library! Long before the Superheroes of today, people all over the world used their SUPER IMAGINATIONS to create folktales about creatures and people with extraordinary powers. Celebrate our common love of story with these exciting and engaging multi-cultural tales.

Folktale Superheroes @ Children’s Center of Weston, MA

MA, United States

This multi-cultural storytelling shows us how folktale characters and plots have the same qualities as today's superheroes! From China to Africa and South America there are folktales about creatures and people who use their extraordinary powers for the good of all.

Storytelling Residency @ Blackstone Innovation School, Boston, MA

This four week residency enhances third grade students' narrative abilities. An approved artist educator on the roster of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, Diane knows that an immersion in storytelling develops within each person clear and concrete communication skills. Her residencies stress vocal range and flexibility, active listening skills, visualization, and the ability to frame intangible feelings into physical and vocal language. These residencies skillfully develop young students’ expressive and imaginative abilities within the narrative form.

Folktale Superheroes @ Saint Peter School in Cambridge, MA

MA, United States

This multi-cultural storytelling shows us how folktale characters and plots have the same qualities as today's superheroes! From China to Africa and South America there are folktales about creatures and people who use their extraordinary powers for the good of all.

Storytelling Residency @ Blackstone Innovation School, Boston, MA

This four week residency enhances third grade students' narrative abilities. An approved artist educator on the roster of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, Diane knows that an immersion in storytelling develops within each person clear and concrete communication skills. Her residencies stress vocal range and flexibility, active listening skills, visualization, and the ability to frame intangible feelings into physical and vocal language. These residencies skillfully develop young students’ expressive and imaginative abilities within the narrative form.

Rainforest Legends @ Underwood After School, Newton, MA

Diane entertains early release day and after school students at Underwood School with Rainforest Legends from around the world. This participatory program features songs and chants from Africa to the Amazon rainforest of Brazil. A favorite performer, this is Diane's eighth visit to this extended day.

Storytelling Residency @ Blackstone Innovation School, Boston, MA

This four week residency enhances third grade students' narrative abilities. An approved artist educator on the roster of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, Diane knows that an immersion in storytelling develops within each person clear and concrete communication skills. Her residencies stress vocal range and flexibility, active listening skills, visualization, and the ability to frame intangible feelings into physical and vocal language. These residencies skillfully develop young students’ expressive and imaginative abilities within the narrative form.

Storytelling Residency @ Blackstone Innovation School, Boston, MA

This four week residency enhances third grade students' narrative abilities. An approved artist educator on the roster of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, Diane knows that an immersion in storytelling develops within each person clear and concrete communication skills. Her residencies stress vocal range and flexibility, active listening skills, visualization, and the ability to frame intangible feelings into physical and vocal language. These residencies skillfully develop young students’ expressive and imaginative abilities within the narrative form.

Folktale Superheroes from Around the World @ Pawtucket Public Library, Pawtucket, RI

Pawtucket Public Library Pawtucket, RI, United States

Come in from the cold and celebrate vacation week fun with Folktale Superheroes from Around the World! Long before the Superheroes of today, people all over the world used their SUPER IMAGINATIONS to create folktales about creatures and people with extraordinary powers. Celebrate our common love of story with these exciting and engaging multi-cultural tales.

Folktale Superheroes @ Shaw Elementary School, Milton, MA

MA, United States

This multi-cultural storytelling shows us how folktale characters and plots have the same qualities as today's superheroes! From China to Africa and South America there are folktales about creatures and people who use their extraordinary powers for the good of all.

Tell Me A Story Workshop @ First Church, 66 Marlborough Street, Boston

First Church, Boston 66 Marlborough Street, Boston, Massachusetts

In this intergenerational storytelling workshop, we’ll play with the basics of storytelling: learning how to re-tell a classic folktale in our own words and exploring storytelling games that help us discover anecdotes from our own life to share.

“Art & Spirit” in Residency at First Church Boston, MA

First Church, Boston 66 Marlborough Street, Boston, Massachusetts

Diane will be artist in residence for the week of March 16th-24th at First Church Boston as part of their acclaimed Art & Spirit series. At the Sunday service on March 17th she will be joined by Kurdish musician Andrew Mazlum Aytac on saz.

Fairy Legends of Ireland @ First Church, 66 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA

Expect music, songs and merriment in this special program by Oracle Award winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb accompanied by Margot Chamberlain on Celtic harp. This animated retelling of Ireland’s best-loved gems includes Irish favorites like Gilly Blackfoot where a young lad’s aversion to washing his feet causes him to fall in with a fairy band. Cloaks of invisibility and magic spells abound as hapless Gilly sets out to help free the Princess of France. Known for her vivid comedic style, Diane brings out the best in these interpretations of classic Irish favorites.

A Thousand Doorways @ First Church, Boston, MA

First Church, Boston 66 Marlborough Street, Boston, Massachusetts

Moved by the silencing of the Kurdish language by Turkish laws, renowned American storyteller Diane Edgecomb embarks on a journey of intrigue and heart to record the last Kurdish storytellers. This is the deeply moving, richly humorous story of her travels through the remote mountains of Turkey and of the extraordinary people who shared their lives and their stories with her.

$20 – $25

A Thousand Doorways @ First Church, Boston, MA

First Church, Boston 66 Marlborough Street, Boston, Massachusetts

Moved by the silencing of the Kurdish language by Turkish laws, renowned American storyteller Diane Edgecomb embarks on a journey of intrigue and heart to record the last Kurdish storytellers. This is the deeply moving, richly humorous story of her travels through the remote mountains of Turkey and of the extraordinary people who shared their lives and their stories with her.

$20 – $25

A Thousand Doorways @ First Church, Boston, MA

First Church, Boston 66 Marlborough Street, Boston, Massachusetts

Moved by the silencing of the Kurdish language by Turkish laws, renowned American storyteller Diane Edgecomb embarks on a journey of intrigue and heart to record the last Kurdish storytellers. This is the deeply moving, richly humorous story of her travels through the remote mountains of Turkey and of the extraordinary people who shared their lives and their stories with her. This special matinee is followed by a reception hosted by First Church Boston and a talk-back with Diane Edgecomb and Kurdish artist Selahattin Sep whose evocative paintings are on exhibit at First Church throughout the month of March.

$20 – $25

Digging Dinosaurs @ East Elementary School, Sharon MA

East Elementary School 45 Wilshire Drive, Sharon, MA, MA, United States

Digging Dinosaurs engages students with descriptive dinosaur information, colorful posters, sign language, and lively interactive stories. Called a “virtuoso of the spoken word” and an “entire cast rolled into one,” Diane has created popular dinosaur adventures that complement scientific facts with imagination, humor, and active student participation.

Rainforest Legends @ East Elementary School, Sharon MA

East Elementary School 45 Wilshire Drive, Sharon, MA, MA, United States

Diane returns to East Elementary School extended day to entertain third, fourth, and fifth graders with Rainforest Legends. More about the show: From the banks of the Amazon River to the heart of the West African jungle, Rainforest Legends brings … Continue reading →

The Language of Flowers @ Taunton Garden Club, Taunton, MA

Taunton Garden Club Taunton, MA, United States

Diane will be accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain for a private performance of The Language of Flowers in Taunton, MA celebrating the 85 year anniversary of the Taunton Garden Club. Master storyteller Diane Edgecomb brings to life the legends that surround favorite garden flowers revealing the deep meaning cultures around the world have found there.

The Language of Flowers @ Great Island Garden Club at Pinehills, Plymouth, MA

Bridgewater Garden Club 10 Wally Krueger Way, Bridgewater, MA, United States

The Language of Flowers celebrates flowers and the stories that have been told about them through the ages. Master storyteller Diane Edgecomb brings to life the legends that surround favorite garden flowers revealing the deep meaning cultures around the world have found there. Harp accompaniment by Margot Chamberlain.

Digging Dinosaurs @ Cottage Street School, Sharon MA

Cottage Street School Sharon, MA, United States

Digging Dinosaurs engages students with descriptive dinosaur information, colorful posters, sign language, and lively interactive stories.

Rainforest Legends @ Cottage Street School, Sharon MA

Cottage Street School Sharon, MA, United States

Diane returns to Cottage Street School to entertain third, fourth, and fifth graders with Rainforest Legends. More about the show: From the banks of the Amazon River to the heart of the West African jungle, Rainforest Legends brings to life … Continue reading →

The Storyteller’s Paintbox Workshop @ Silk Road House, Berkeley, CA

Silk Road House 1944 University Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States

Would you like more expressive tools in your paintbox? Come explore a whole range of new ways to enhance your storytelling and spoken word art in this interactive workshop that tunes up all of our expressive tools.

$40

A Thousand Doorways @ Ashkenaz Community Center, Berkeley, California

Ashkenaz Community Center 1317 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

Moved by the silencing of the Kurdish language by Turkish laws, renowned American storyteller Diane Edgecomb embarks on a journey of intrigue and heart to record the last Kurdish storytellers. This is the deeply moving, richly humorous story of her travels through the remote mountains of Turkey and of the extraordinary people who shared their lives and their stories with her.

$15 – $20

“We Stand for the ‘Stans!'” a House Concert with Diane Edgecomb and Cathryn Fairlee, Cotati, CA

Join us at this intimate house concert to hear traditional tales personally gathered in the "stans." Diane and Cathryn share the stories they gathered in remote regions - Diane's folkloric stories from Kurdistan and Cathryn's from Uzbekistan and other regions. Cathryn has been to Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan and will tell Turkemenistan stories from their most famous bard, Dede Korkut. Diane will be sharing new Kurdish folk and fairy tales never before translated or told in English.

Tales for the Earth @ Munroe Center for the Arts

Diane performs at Lexington's own Munroe Center for the Arts with Tales for the Earth, a celebration of Nature and all the simple things we can do to help. This beloved performance is both educational and entertaining, exploring topics such as water conservation, recycling and the wonder of the creatures all around us through involving and participatory narratives.

Digging Dinosaurs @ Southborough Library, Southborough, MA

Southborough Public Library 25 Main Street, Southborough,, MA, United States

Diane returns to Southborough Library this April school vacation week to entertain families with Digging Dinosaurs. Digging Dinosaurs engages students with descriptive dinosaur information, colorful posters, sign language, and lively interactive stories.

Fairy Legends of Ireland @ Wood Memorial Library, South Windsor, CT

Wood Memorial Library 783 Main Street, South Windsor, CT, United States

Diane entertains seniors at Wood Memorial Library in South Windsor, Connecticut with a delightful excursion into Irish fairy legends. Expect music, songs and merriment in this special program with harp accompaniment by Margot Chamberlain.

Flower Legends and Songs of the May @ York Public Library, York, ME

York Public Library 15 Long Sands Road, York, ME, United States

Celebrate flowers and the stories that have been told about them through the ages with this enchanting performance. Winner of the national oracle award for Storytelling Excellence in the Northeast, master storyteller Diane Edgecomb brings to life the legends that surround favorite garden flowers revealing the deep meaning cultures around the world have found there.

May Songs and Midsummer Magic @ Hillside Village, West Boylston, MA

Hillside Village Women's Club 41 Hillside Village Drive, West Boylston, MA, United States

This story and music celebration of this time of springtime flowers is drawn from cultures around the world bringing to life ancient legends of transformation, tree-spirits and fireflies.

The Language of Flowers ~ a Myth and Music Event @ AFTer Hours -Arts at the Armory Cafe in Somerville

Arts at the Armory Cafe 191 Highland Ave #1c, Somerville, MA, United States

Celebrate Mother's Day with this performance dedicated to Flowers and Mother Earth with Oracle Award-winning teller Diane Edgecomb accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain. Held at the delightful Arts at the Armory Cafe in Somerville, the AFTer Hours Adult Folktale series brings the best in traditional tale telling to adult audiences. Come to listen and share tales at the open mike!

Troubadour Day to Celebrate the May! @ Tower Hill Botanic Garden, Boylston, MA

Tower Hill Botanic Garden 11 French Drive, Boylston, MA

Enjoy each springtime path with this engaging performance created for Tower Hill's unique landscape by Oracle award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb and Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain.

This delightful event begins with a Maypole dance to wake up the earth and then takes the audience on a story and music journey through favorite gardens entertaining travelers with pieces from around the world that celebrate our love of flowers. Don’t expect Tower Hill’s signature Greek statuary to be silent!

Insect Comedy @ Community School, Cumberland, RI

CT, United States

Diane returns to the Community School with her entertaining performance Insect Comedy. By using their imaginations to visualize insects as characters, students learn to empathize and gain additional interest in our six-legged friends.

Insect Comedy & Tales for the Earth @ Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, Lenox, MA

Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, MA, United States

Diane brings two great performances, "Insect Comedy" (11:15 AM) and "Tales for the Earth" (1:30 PM), to the beautiful Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary as part of their free Family Fun Day, featuring learning and fun for the whole family.

Folktale Superheroes! @ Berlin Memorial School, Berlin, MA

What do cultures around the world have in common? Folktale superheroes! In this rich, exciting performance, Diane weaves together the past and the present with people from all walks of life through our shared love of imagining beings with extraordinary abilities.

In the Groves @ Thayer Memorial Library, Lancaster, MA

Thayer Memorial Library 717 Main St., Lancaster, MA, United States

Master storyteller, Diane Edgecomb,along with Celtic harper, Margot Chamberlain, perform In the Groves: World Stories and Songs that Celebrate Trees at the Thayer Memorial Library as part of the Rosemary Davis Nature Series.

Night Lights! @ Berlin Public Library, Berlin, MA

Berlin Public Library 23 Carter St, Berlin, MA

Free and open to the public, Night Lights comes to Berlin Public Library! From fireflies to favorite constellations Diane spins tales about the Night Lights that make our world bright. Lots more in this animated performance as enchanting tales take us on a multi-cultural voyage across the heavens. This event is funded in part by the Berlin Cultural Council a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Insect Comedy @ Discovery Days, Wollaston Beach Playground, Quincy, MA

Wollaston Beach Playground Park Quincy Shore Dr. (near Tony's Clam Shop 861 Quincy Shore Drive, Quincy MA), Quincy, MA, United States

Take a closer look at our six-legged friends with storyteller Diane Edgecomb as part of Discovery Days in Quincy, MA. Due to the strong chance of rain, the performance will be held at Thomas Crane Library Main Branch-40 Washington Street, in Quincy.

Night Lights! @ Dartmouth Public Library, Dartmouth, MA

Dartmouth Public Library 732 Dartmouth Street, Dartmouth, MA, United States

Free and open to the public, Diane brings her fun-filled family performance Night Lights to Dartmouth Public Library for their summer reading celebration. From fireflies to favorite constellations Diane spins tales about the Night Lights that make our world bright. his event is funded in part by the Dartmouth Cultural Council a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Night Lights! @ Nevins Library, Methuen, MA

Nevins Memorial Library 305 Broadway, Methuen, MA, United States

Free and open to the public, Diane brings her fun-filled family performance Night Lights to Nevins Library for their summer reading celebration. From fireflies to favorite constellations Diane spins tales about the Night Lights that make our world bright.

Folktale Superheroes @ Sunrise Montessori School, Franklin, MA

Diane returns yet again to Sunrise Montessori School with Folktale Superheroes!!! Long before the Superheroes of today, people used their SUPER IMAGINATIONS to create folktales about beings with extraordinary powers. Folktale Superheroes celebrates our common love of story with exciting and engaging multi-cultural tales.

Night Lights! @ Winthrop Public Library and Museum, Winthrop, MA

Winthrop Public Library and Museum 2 Metcalf Square, Winthrop, MA

Diane kicks off Summer Reading with this free performance of Night Lights for Winthrop Public Library and Museum! From fireflies to favorite constellations Diane spins tales about the Night Lights that make our world bright. Lots more in this animated performance as enchanting tales take us on a multi-cultural voyage across the heavens. This event is funded in part by the Winthrop Cultural Council a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.