Sunday, 3 July 2011

A Thimble Full of Stories

A one hour long storytelling performance for adults where the thread that keeps the fabric of the stories together is the history and tradition of embroidery in Portugal. From the far north in Viana do Castelo to the lush gardens of the Atlantic Island of Madeira, little details about the different embroidery styles the regions are famous for are stitched into stories that give this art form its context and poetry. Listeners will be able to enjoy these lively tales as they learn something more about the colourful and relevant art of embroidery in Portugal.

A Glass Full of Stories

An hour long storytelling performance for adults where the stories are savoured amidst sips of the different wines that makes up the portuguese geography. From the Douro Valley to the rolling hills of the Alentejo, to the coastal city of Setúbal and over the waves to the Azorean island of Pico and ending on the Island of Madeira, the wines and their history serve as an accompaniment to the stories where they are one of the main characters. Listeners will be able to enjoy the stories and draw a map of this vine rich country while soaking in the culture and the history behind each of these very different wines.

Friday, 1 July 2011

A Plate Full of Stories

A delicious hour long storytelling performance for adults where bits and pieces of the history of the rich and varied portuguese cuisine are interspersed with stories that relate to the place where the exquisite dishes are made and tales where the ingredients come to life. While enjoying the stories, listeners will almost be able to taste and smell the fresh and bountiful produce that Portugal is famous for and in the process will also learn some lesser known facts and trivia about the origin of certain famous dishes.