Do you have a story to tell? Ottawa StoryTellers wants to give you a platform

Have you been told you tell good stories? Do you love spinning yarns to your friends and family?

Even if you're not a professional storyteller (yet), Ottawa StoryTellers wants to hear from you.

Applications are currently open for the organization's 2026 Signature Series, and are welcome from anyone who is a "storyteller, performer, musician, or artist of any discipline".

"We’re looking for fully developed shows OR early-stage ideas—our Artistic Director and experienced coaches will help you bring your vision to life!" reads an Ottawa StoryTellers Facebook post.

The organization promises payment, mentorship, a professional stage, and an engaged audience for those selected to perform as part of the Signature Series.

Want an idea of the kinds of stories Ottawa StoryTellers has brought to life in the past? Check out "Ọkụkọ" by Uchechi Ogbonna—a Nigerian folktale explaining how chicken came to be eaten all over the world.

Applicants should submit a proposal and resume to ad@ottawastorytellers.ca by April 30, 2025.