Sara P.
8/14/2012
These are fabulous. The stories are awesome, the storytellers are genuine, and the hosts are entertaining. I highly recommend supporting this type of event because it enriches your mind and...
First Person StorySlams
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624 S 6th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
First Person Arts is a Philadelphia-based nonprofit organization dedicated to the art of storytelling, focusing on the transformative power of true personal narratives. Through their unique StorySlam events, they engage the community by providing an entertaining platform for storytellers to share their experiences and connect with audiences.
Despite facing challenges such as funding freezes, First Person Arts continues to foster a love for storytelling in the city, showcasing winning tales that resonate deeply with locals. Their programs, including podcasts and applied storytelling initiatives, aim to educate and enlighten, emphasizing the importance of shared stories in building community connections.
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4.09 reviews
Shereen C.
3/3/2017
I went to another FPA Story Slam about a year after the first time & found that it wasn't as good. This was surprising, since it was a "Grand Slam" with all the winning storytellers from previous...
Michelle C.
5/31/2011
First Person Arts is a first class organization. Their events are meaningful, well-run, well-staffed and always a great time. I attended my first Story Slam last week and it happened to be a Grand...
Maggie M.
5/26/2011
I attended the Summer Grand Slam and Barbecue at Christ Church Neighborhood House Last night (Thank you Yelp and Michelle C. for awarding my brother the free tickets!). It may have been my very...
Aaliyah P.
5/26/2011
The GRAND SLAM better known as the Emmys for the First Person Story winners was an awesome good time. The crowd varied which I can appreciate hipsters, grandmas and even a young professional or...
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