Georgia Storytelling Guilds and Organizations
Heritage "Keepers"
Those who are known for preserving, collecting, and passing along the traditional folkways, music, art, traditions and customs are called "Keepers". They keep the traditions alive by sharing them with others and passing them from one generation to the next. Keepers are vitally important to our families, communities, and societies. The Roswell Folk & Heritage Bureau encourages "Keepers" through programs and workshops for tellers, folk musicians, and those interested in our folkways. A special oral arts certificate, a 32 hour program of work, is available to tellers through this group's efforts. Contact: Dotty Etris, info@cvb.roswell.ga.us, www.cvb.roswell.ga.us
Kuumba Storytellers of Georgia
As an Affiliate of The National Association of Black Storytellers (NABS)We're griots, puppeteers, music makers, storyweavers, imagination builders, dream keepers and more. The face of Kuumba is changing and growing; we're teachers, actors, drummers, we're biblical, we're educators, story stretchers, librarians, story swappers and you. We're Decades of Experience. We're a spirit moving...so join Kuumba and CATCH THE SPIRIT! Akbar Imhotep-President. 404-691-6515. http://kuumbastorytellers.org/
Kuumba Storytellers, P.O.Box 11386, Atlanta GA 30310
Magnolia Tellers
A group of local and southeastern tellers devoted to raising the awareness of storytelling, preserving the art form, and encouraging participation in the oral tradition. Professional development for tellers, and promotions of tales & tellers and ongoing program of work. Contact: Ron Kemp or Dotty Etris, 800-776-7935, info@cvb.roswell.ga.us, www.cvb.roswell.ga.us
Roswell Folk & Heritage Bureau
Dedicated to building a greater understanding of our culture and heritage through the traditional stories, songs, music, art, and language of the people. The organization works on a local, regional and national level. Contact: Dotty Etris, 800-776-7935 or 770-640-3253, info@cvb.roswell.ga.us, www.cvb.roswell.ga.us
Southern Order of Storytellers
The Southern Order of Storytellers (SOS) is a regional group of storytellers and story listeners, based in Atlanta, with a commitment to promote the timeless values and universal bond of story. We share stories, teach the art of storytelling, produce story events, and provide information, resources, and support to our membership, other storytelling organizations, and the extended community. Contact: Feriel Feldman, President, 404/636-4090, or ferielfeldman@bellsouth.net, www.SouthernOrderOfStorytellers.org
Tellers of Two Cities
A storytelling troupe, formed in 1987, with members from Augusta GA, Aiken SC and nearby towns. The Tellers of Two Cities is a Guild of the South Carolina Storytelling Network and Cluster Group of the Southern Order of Storytellers (GA). Contact: Bob Linsenmayer, 864-391-2130, rlinsenmayer@wctel.net.
Tellers on The Hooch
Columbus, Georgia. A group of local and South Georgia Tellers and Listeners working hard to learn, develop, and bring us all into a full understanding of the art of storytelling. We also encourage of fun for all as we grow in every way. Contact: altonrussell@bellsouth.net or 706-587-7549
Women's Imaginative Storytelling Guild (WIGS)
WIGS is a group where women storytellers can support each other and dream of ways to work together to spread storytelling of interest to and about Women. We support a performance group called "Speaking of Women..." Contact: Janice Butt, 404-377-2704, teachtale@mindspring.com