THE IDEA
Tales and Ales was created in 2018 from a mere spark of an idea — to gather with a few friends to swap funny, inspiring, quirky or mind-changing stories. Fueled by the overwhelming generosity and just plain excitement of the DC metro community, it's quickly become a curated, reoccurring, must-attend storytelling show.
The mission is to create meaningful intersections through the power of true storytelling, with some of the region's best beer in hand. And while we're at it, we're raising money at each event for nonprofit organizations doing life-changing, story-worthy work in our community.
THE EVENTS
TALES and ALES STORYTELLING SHOW
Friday, June 24
Old Ox Brewery | Ashburn
Show's Theme: "Lived to Tell the Tale."
7 powerhouse storytellers + the hilarious Carol Moore as emcee + live music from local favorite Wayne Helge.
Come early to enjoy live music, drinks, and food from Nappe Catering and Popcorn Monkey. Pre-show festivities begin at 6:15 pm; show begins at 7 pm.
Thank you for to our event sponsors: Gold Sponsor Urban Mattress, Silver Sponsor Temple Training, media production sponsor Blue Lion Multimedia, and our generous host Old Ox Brewery.
Proceeds benefit The Arc of Loudoun.
THE PITCH
STEP 1: Check out our Tale Tips.
STEP 2: Attend one of our Story Pitch Nights. Send us a message below to reserve your spot, then come ready to pitch a 3-minute version of your story to our judges (no audience).
STEP 3: Those chosen to perform will get 8 minutes to tell their full story at the show.
STEP 4: Selected storytellers will be asked to attend at least one rehearsal.
