The Center for Children’s Books (CCB) at GSLIS will host its annual Storytelling Festival on Saturday, April 14, 2012, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Graduate School of Library and Information Science Building, Room 126, 501 E. Daniel Street in Champaign. The Festival will feature a wide variety of stories from around the world and will bring to life some eclectic characters including curious Corn Fairies, the legendary Paul Bunyan and his blue ox Babe, and a talking noodle kugel. Stories will be performed by a select group of GSLIS students and faculty, including new storytellers and seasoned professionals.
"The festival is a great opportunity for the community to enjoy the art of storytelling, and it provides our emerging student storytellers with a chance to shine," said Assistant Professor Kate McDowell, who teaches storytelling courses at GSLIS.
The cost for students is $3 with a student ID and $5 for the public. Tickets can be purchased at the door beginning at 6:30 p.m. Some material may not be appropriate for children.
For more information, or if you need a special accommodation to fully participate in this program/event, email the CCB or call (217) 244-9331.