Professional London Storyteller
review of 2016 review of 2017 review of 2018 When people ask me what my job involves, I often struggle to explain it! Hopefully this post will give an idea of what we do. I couldn’t do all this without my collaborator; ridiculously-talented, wildly-knowledgeable musician and storyteller George Hoyle! 1) Strange Commissions. (Pics below.) Huge thank you to Mendy Korer, … Read more
Traditional storytelling has the power to bring human beings together to experience awe, community and excitement. Stories are about people, emotions, and connection- it’s a privilege to work regularly as a storyteller for adults. I was delighted to be commissioned to write a piece about adult storytelling events in London for Time Out (paper edition). … Read more
I was so excited when the Museum of London got in touch. They wanted me to create a brand new flagship offer for SEND schools: A completely new “Great Fire of London” session. The commission was challenging: To create a brand new story. Can be delivered by different freelancers and is flexible enough so they can modify … Read more
Ever since forever, it has been my not-so-secret wish to tell stories after closing time the extraordinary, eccentric and extravagant surroundings of Leighton House Museum. Last Friday I did! I’ve done plenty of museum “lates” before- but usually storytelling is just one of the attractions on offer. However on Friday I got a whole late to … Read more
We storytellers are notoriously bad at selling our own work. Dr Hannah McDowell interviewed a dozen professional storytellers for her excellent book .“Performance storytelling.- Build your career and nurture the art form” She concluded “The most commonly recognised barrier to the growth and success of performance storytelling described by interviewees was the lack of understanding … Read more
May 2019 has seen me deep in research for a strange and fascinating project. It started when George showed me this entry in “Martyrs and Mystics” by Ed Glinnert “an alchemical laboratory on London bridge”… “creating a Golem of Jewish Legend…” Wow! I had no idea that London had its very own Golem story! I suggested the … Read more
Updated 2026. Do you want to book a children’s storyteller? You’re in the right place. Our fees are here! Spoken-word storytelling (also known as “oral storytelling”) is one of the best ways to help your little one enjoy language. It’s also a magical shared experience. Storytelling for small people is usually relaxed with lots of … Read more
“We’re going on a Bear Hunt” by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury is an all-time classic. I was honoured to be invited by Walker Books to create a special guide for storytellers who would like to put on their own “Bear Hunt” Storytime. Two pages of ideas, encouragements, tips and tried-and-tested multisensory participation. This guide … Read more
(updated 2024) Connection With Wonder is committed to equality, inclusion and bringing people together. We value people as individuals with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds and circumstances. As performers: We are committed to providing welcoming, inclusive events where unique individuals can come together companionably and enjoy the wonder of storytelling. We are committed to providing … Read more
What an extraordinary 2018 we’ve had! Tons of love and massihooove appreciation to the venues and clients who have booked us and had faith in us. You know who you are and we really appreciate the trust you have put in us. To the other storytellers who have joined us on our journey- again you … Read more