Aga Khan Council for Canada, Aga Khan Museum and others collaborate to present:
Following the success of last year’s inaugural Storytellers’ Camp, Toronto Storytelling Festival is back for the 2016 Festival. Three days of amazing workshops, storytalks, and conversation with storytellers from around the world.
An Evening of Storytelling @ The Ismaili Centre, Toronto April 7 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Scheherazade at Tahrir Square
Author/adventurer Tahir Shah and Egyptian storyteller Chirine El Ansary present an evening exploring the power of storytelling in contemporary society. In the 1001 Arabian Nights Scheherazade uses storytelling to save her life and redeem the humanity of Shahriyar. What lessons does Scheherazade, the queen of storytelling, bring to today’s world? Tahir Shah is the author of The Caliph’s House, In Arabian Nights, The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, and many other books. Storytelling is at the heart of his travels and work. Chirine El Ansary is an Egyptian storyteller living in France, who specializes in traditional Arab folktales. She has performed at festivals through Europe, the Middle East, and Quebec. Tahir Shah and Chirine El Ansary are featured performers at the Toronto Storytelling Festival.
For information about the festival: www.torontostorytellingfestival.ca
Registration: Scheherazade at Tahrir Square (Eventbrite)
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