The Best of SHINE Storytelling

The Best of SHINE will feature inspiring true stories including a
woman’s whirlwind romance; a man’s decision to leave a high-paying corporate
job; a grandmother finding purpose after a 60-year marriage; a man coming to a
new understanding of God; and a woman having an important revelation after a
cross-country drive.

SHINE features professionals and amateurs
coming together monthly to share inspiring true stories.  Participants and audience members enjoy a
relaxed community atmosphere, powerful and entertaining stories, refreshments,
mingling, and live music.

Live music for February will be
provided by Heather
Stewart, an acoustic rock singer/songwriter known for her fiery, courageous
spirit.  Her recently released full-length album, "What It Is," has been hailed by critics as “achingly personal,
beautiful” (Elmore Magazine) and “an
absolute gem” (Jersey Beat).

Professional
storytellers for SHINE are chosen from some of the nation’s top award-winning
storytellers and writers. Amateur storytellers of all ages and walks of life
also take the stage.

Those interested in becoming a Guest Storyteller are
encouraged to visit www.StoriesBloom.com
in advance for monthly theme and guidelines

SHINE is produced by
Jen Bloom and Isabel Storey and presented by Santa Monica Repertory Theater,
Storey Productions, UCLArts and Healing, and the YWCA Women’s Partnership.