Author Archives: Jessica Piscitelli Robinson

Childhood Storytelling, Not for Kids

This month’s storytelling show is all about childhood but, as usual, it’s not really for kids. We have a wonderful lineup of storytellers, in all stages of growing up. When I Grow Up – childhood, adulthood, and the path between … Continue reading

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Tales in the Village

Storytellers Jessica Piscitelli Robinson and Anna Marie Trester are sharing true, personal stories at an hour long show in Friendship Heights on February 19th. This is a free, monthly show called “Tales in the Village,” organized by storyteller Ellouise Schoettler. … Continue reading

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Gold Medal Storytelling

In January, 2014, the Gold Medal of storytelling was awarded to Better Said Than Done storytellers. Yep, to all of them, or, at least, all the ones who participated in “Carrying the Torch: stories of going for the gold!” Our … Continue reading

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Gold Medal Storytelling Videos

Our first storytelling show of the year deserved to win the Gold Medal! In “Carrying the Torch – stories of going for the gold,” storytellers shared true, personal stories about every kind of sport – physical, mental, and food based. … Continue reading

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First 2014 Storytelling Show

Wow, you look great. Did you lose weight? I mean, c’mon, I haven’t seen you since last year! Haha. I am funny. But really, where else could you find such entertaining humor? I bet you thought that was redundant, but … Continue reading

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Best of Virginia?

Last year, way back in 2013, Better Said Than Done was voted the “Best Performing Arts Company in Virginia” by readers of Virginia Living Magazine. I would like the chance to claim that title again this year. Voting is currently … Continue reading

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Let Old Anne Zines

Or something like that. The most important part is that we remember old friends – like the ones we made way back in 2013! Not to brag or anything, but 2013 was a great year for Better Said Than Done. … Continue reading

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Some Legendary Videos

Some, but sadly not all, of the videos from our most recent storytelling show at The Auld Shebeen in Fairfax, VA, and the last storytelling show of 2013, are now available for your viewing pleasure. You can watch these true, … Continue reading

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Last Storytelling Show of 2013

“Legendary – tall tales and family legends” was a legendary show. The storytellers were on fire. The room at The Auld Shebeen was packed with a fantastic audience, and it was a great storytelling show to end the year. The … Continue reading

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Art Beat Covers Storytelling Show

Today, WAMU’s Lauren Landau spoke about two great shows to see this Thanksgiving weekend – our storytelling show and If/Then.  I am pretty excited about sharing a little bit of the spotlight with Irina Menzel.  I am sure she is … Continue reading

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