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.
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THE EVENTS
STORYTELLING SHOW
An evening of ordinary people telling true, extraordinary stories.
6:30 pm Friday, Oct 27
Old Ox Brewery | Ashburn
7 powerhouse storytellers + Beth & Grafton de Butts as emcee + live music from Melissa Pillor. Proceeds benefit Loudoun Literacy Council. Thank you to our GOLD Sponsor You've Got Maids and our SILVER Sponsor Bow Tie Strategies.
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Live music begins at 6:15 pm; show begins at 7 pm.
THE PITCH
STEP 1: Check out our Tale Tips and watch a few of our stories on the Tales and Ales YouTube channel to get the vibe.
STEP 2: Attend one of our Story Pitch Nights. (Next one is Sept. 6 at Loudoun Brewing Co.) Reserve a spot here, then come ready to pitch a 4-minute version of your story to our judges (no audience).
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STEP 3: Those chosen to perform will get 8 minutes to tell their full story as part of the cast of a future show.
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STEP 4: Selected storytellers will be asked to attend at least one rehearsal.
