Ojai Storytelling Festival 12th Annual Event

Ojai, California Storytelling Festival May 3-6, 2012 Cost: $8 - up. ojaistoryfest.com

414 East Ojai Ave
Ojai, CA
(805) 646-8907

Ojai Storytelling Festival has it all: entertaining, nationally known storytellers, and the ideal location to sit out under the oaks and hear stories that will move you, make you laugh and remind you it is great to be alive. Normally held in the Libbey Bowl, the venue received several million dollars of renovation and is set to host the event in 2012.

Leading the event as emcee in 2011 was Dan Keding, storyteller of international acclaim. A well-respected ballad singer, he accompanies himself on guitar, banjo and spoons. This combination of dynamic storytelling and powerful ballad singing has made him a stage favorite in many countries.

Performances are geared for mixed audiences and though kids are welcome, they should be at least 6 years old and must have a ticket for admission. Prices for individual performances are around $8-15. 2 day festival passes are sold for $150.  Events are held at Ojai Art Center and Chaparral Grounds in 2011. ojaistoryfest.com

What is a storytelling festival? It is an event where people go to hear stories presented on stage. Traditional world folktales, personal narratives, ghost stories, dark tales, comedy and emotional stories all are presented by professional storytellers. The audience has opportunity in various workshops and sessions to learn about the art of storytelling.

Ojai's unique, historic setting attracts a variety of festivals focused on the arts, lifestyle and music.

Other Ojai festivals & events include:

Ojai Wine Festival, Ojai, CA
Ojai WordFest Writing Festival
Ojai Studio Arts Tour