Conundrum Chronicles: Youth Voices (Ages 12-17)

Students from 826 Valencia will work with facilitators to build a collaborative community that will learn about the art of storytelling and write and perform their own true, 3 – 5 minute story, without notes, on the stage of the Marsh Theater on September 28. Friends and family are invited to join us in celebrating our awesome writers.

This is a four-week workshop and students are expected to attend all sessions:
September 7th 10:00 AM-12:00 PM (@ 826 Valencia)
September 14th 10:00 AM-12:00 PM (@ 826 Valencia)
September 21st 10:00 AM-12:00 PM (@ 826 Valencia)
September 28th 10:00 AM-12:00 PM (PERFORMANCE @ Marsh Theater)

To enroll, please fill out this form.

Thomas Laymon At his core, Thomas Laymon is a linguistic and photographic storyteller who believes in the power of stories to capture the beauty of everyday life. As a former high school social studies teacher, school administrator, and department director, Thomas is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experiences while hoping to inspire others to explore their own creative expression.

Fred Brill served as a high school English teacher, principal and superintendent and now serves as an education consultant, freelance writer, and storyteller. In 2024, he launched The Conundrum Chronicles: A StorySlam in partnership with the Marsh Theater in San Francisco. He produces and hosts this show on the second Tuesday of each month. His published works and stories can be found at fredbrill.com. Fred lives with his wife, Mimi, in Berkeley and enjoys spending time in the outdoors with his four grandchildren, and two rescue dogs.