Co-founding AZ Wordsmith with friends Janet Hopkins, Sue Favia and Steven Kartstein has been one of my most rewarding adventures. Few things are more rewarding than bringing people together to form friendships, especially when the common thread is a mutual love of writing and storytelling.
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AZ Wordsmith Prose Open Mic:
AZ Wordsmith Prose Open Mic: Second Wednesday of every month, 6:30 in the Elks Performing Arts Center’s exquisitely restored Sundance Room. Donation $5.
Now five years and running strong this monthly event features area prose writers who read their original prose fiction or non-fiction for up to ten minutes. Come and read or simply sit back and listen to community members share their yarns in a relaxed friendly environment. No need to sign up in advance, just show up at the door. Here’s a perk: we serve mouthwatering cookies.
AZ Wordsmith is a 501(c)(3) Not For Profit Organization
AZ Wordsmith’s Stories That Matter
The shows run from 3:00 to 5:00 on the following Sundays: 5/25, 7/27, 9/28.
The finale is held on the day after Thanksgiving at 7:00 pm.
Stories That Matter is a captivating live storytelling series, launched in 2023, it has quickly garnered a dedicated audience. Friends, family, and community members bravely take the stage to share their hilarious, poignant, curious, quirky, and unforgettable stories. Come be part of this celebration of diverse and authentic storytelling that brings our community closer together.
At every event, we offer ‘wildcard’ slots—opportunities for audience members to spontaneously sign up and share their stories on stage.
*As this is an unscripted presentation, please be advised there may be mature language and subject matter.
If you’d like to know more about telling a story at one of our events, contact us at storiesthatmatteraz@gmail.com.
AZ Wordsmith is a 501(c)(3) Not For Profit Organization
AZ Wordsmith’s Storytelling Workshop
Learn the art of crafting interesting, compelling stories as you hone your skills in one of two workshops set for 6/7/25 and 10/4/25 from 1:00 to 4:00.
In this workshop we will discuss the basics of crafting a story from moments in your life that affected a change in you or your world. Each attendee will have a chance to tell a story in a low-pressure supportive environment.
Register early. Seating is limited (10 each date) to provide the best experience for all attendees.
- $25.00 – Adults
- $15.00 – Students
- $30.00 – At The Door (if available)
Tickets are available at www.prescottelkstheatre.org or by calling 928.756.2844 during business hours.
AZ Wordsmith is a 501(c)(3) Not For Profit Organization
