Stories in Motion Teaching with a tremendous sense of fun www.storiesinmotion.co.uk
About Cassandra Specialist in Storytelling in Education Stories in Motion... Draws from the past, shapes the present and dares the future Since 1991, Cassandra s approach to storytelling Stories in Motion has taken her around the globe, from Barbados to Borneo, from the heart of the rainforest to the roof of the world. As a performer, educator and trainer, she has toured Australia, Barbados, Hong Kong, Laos, Malaysia, Nepal, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Thailand, Taiwan and Vietnam. She combines her background in psychology with training in circus, theatre and dance to deliver a vividly vibrant model of storytelling in action that acts as a catalyst for learning. Enhancing comprehension Eliciting communication Building collaboration Stimulating creative thinking Developing emotional intelligence Stories in Motion offers: Performances Combine sound, song, movement and audience interaction to create an exuberantly expressive and energy-filled style of storytelling that bring stories vividly to life. Workshops and Residencies Enhance the development of storytelling and story-making across the curriculum. Professional Training Introduces staff to the potential uses of storytelling to enrich learning. Previous UK clients include: UK state and independent schools from nursery to secondary, specialist schools for disabled children, Norland College, Dept. of Education Plymouth University Overseas clients include: The British Council in Malaysia & Vietnam Universities of Education in S. Korea, Tanglin Trust School Singapore, The British School in Kathmandu, The International School Lausanne A tremendous insight into the art of storytelling & the power of the teller. Workshop participant Singapore Contact Cassandra: cassandrawye@yahoo.co.uk
The Story Quest Interactive storytelling from Asia The Story Quest Challenges the audience to find solutions to the dilemmas posed within the performance Join Cassandra on her Quest! Save... The village from a terrible monster Discover... How to cross a crocodile-infested river.. Taste... The perfect cup of tea if you dare! A professional storyteller since 1991, she has travelled across Asia, collecting stories of the communities and cultures of this continent. This interactive performance highlights the creative and collaborative skills inherent in children Ten minutes with exuberant Cassandra and the children were captivated as she skilfully carted them off on one of her amazing adventures. New Strait Times Malaysia Suitable for: Kindergarten, nursery and primary Complementary workshops available
The Dragon who Cried Dragon myths from across the globe The Dragon who Cried From the guardians of gods in China to the fearsome fiery beasts of England, these are tales to inspire and delight Hear... The dragon who cried See... The dragon who breathed ice Outwit... The dragon who guards a pearl Meet... The dragon of fire - if you dare! A professional storyteller since 1991, she has worked around the world from Barbados to Borneo. With a love of dragon lore, Cassandra has collected these stories to highlight the depth and diversity of dragon tales from around the world. Not just performance but real magic. Venue Magazine UK Suitable for: Kindergarten, nursery and primary Complementary workshops available
The Legend of the Lion Dance And other legends from China The Legend of the Lion Dance From the sparkling mountain tops to the depths of the South China sea. Stories from across the diverse communities of China Meet... The man who moved a mountain Discover... The dragon who wanted to be a fish Search... For those who live amongst the stars Hear... How the Lion Dance saved a village from a terrible fate A professional storyteller since 1991, she has worked with and been inspired by Chinese communities in the UK, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia and Singapore. Her impish enthusiasm is Infectious. South China Morning Post, Hong Kong Suitable for: Kindergarten, nursery and primary Complementary workshops available
A Tide of Tales and a Sea of Stories A Tide of Tales and a Sea of Stories Mysterious and magical tales from the oceans of the world Journey... To the place beneath the sea where stories began Discover... What lives hidden under the ocean Learn... How the Earth was made from a handful of sea Play... The golden horn of mysterious powersif you dare! A professional storyteller since 1991, she has performed on land and at sea - from the Caribbean sea to the Pacific ocean. These stories represent the mystery and power of the sea that is found in folktales throughout the world. A revelation into the art of storytelling and the power of the teller. Teacher British Council Malaysia Suitable for kindergarten and primary Complementary workshops available
The Name of Our World is Forest Tales from the forests of the world The name of our World is Forest In every corner of the world there can be found a forest... But what lies within that forest? Meet... The man who could talk to the beasts Discover... The secret of the starfruit tree Learn... The price of shade - how much are you willing to pay? A professional storyteller since 1991, she has searched the forests of the world to find these stories, from the ancient woodlands of Britain to the heart of the rainforests of Borneo A wonderfully engaging storyteller and workshop leader. Workshop Co-ordinator Singapore Suitable for nursery, primary and secondary schools With complementary workshops
A Fabulous Feast of Fables A celebration of food from around the globe A Fabulous Feast of Fables A deliciously delightful concoction of folktales on food Meet... The great big enormous turnip with a heart of gold Discover... The secret of the magical chocolate pot Decide... Which fruit tastes the finest - if you dare! A professional storyteller since 1991, she has searched the world for stories that celebrate her favourite theme. She walks, talks, dances her stories A uniquely exuberant storyteller. Venue Magazine UK Suitable for kindergarten, nursery, primary and special schools Complementary workshops available
Journey to the Thunder King Stories from Central and South America Journey to the Thunder King Follow the path of earth through the shining sea, into the forests within the clouds, up to the glittering edge of the ice capped mountains Outwit... The cleverest magician of all the world Discover... Why the sun and moon can never marry Search... For the home of the Thunder King - if you dare! A professional storyteller since 1991, she was commissioned to create this performance for Dorchester Arts Festival. Let your imagination soar because the stories are fun. Cassandra makes them even more enjoyable with her uniquely animated personality. Nepali Times Nepal Suitable for kindergarten, primary and secondary schools Complementary workshops available
Holding Up the Sky Uplifting tales from South East Asia Holding Up the Sky Enchanting and evocative tales from Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam Meet... The man who did not want to be king Search... For true love - with a fish! Taste... The fruit of all knowledge with a thirst for vengeance Discover... How to hold up the sky Since 2001 she has toured extensively across South East Asia sharing stories with many diverse communities and cultures. These specially selected stories celebrate the distinctive spirit of the people and places of this region. With her pared -down narrative style and playful physical delivery, she kept us rapt throughout. Fact and Fiction UK Suitable for upper primary, middle and high schools. Complementary workshops available.
Stories in Motion Workshops For children Seeking a story To develop the skills of ensemble storytelling, each class will be challenged to work dramatically and collaboratively to develop unique endings to the story told Length of workshop up to two hours One class per workshop Tailored to suit either primary or secondary Journeying through a story To develop the skills of solo storytelling, the class with be led through the improvisation and devising process behind each Stories in Motion performance to create an original version of a traditional tale Length of workshop: two - three hours One class per workshop Tailored to suit either primary or secondary Moving into story To develop dramatically the skills behind creative writing, each child will be led through an improvisation based process of story making to create the framework of an original piece of work. Length of workshop: two to three hours One class per workshop Tailored to suit either primary or secondary Recreating a Story To boost communication skills through storytelling. For children new to speaking English or for those with communication difficulties or disabilities. Length of workshop: Two hours One class per workshop Can be tailored for either ELT programmes or specialist schools curriculum Full details of all workshops available on request The highlight of the festival was seeing 40 children who had been working with Cassandra. The blend of enthusiasm, creativity and humour was inspiring. Review of Asian Storytelling Congress 2005
Stories in Motion Workshops For educators Storytelling training How to use stories as a catalyst to: Harness creativity Build collaboration Explore and express emotions Boost confidence in communication for EAL children Promote inclusion for disabled children Animate the drama and dance curriculum Excite learning throughout the curriculum Discover How to tell a story imaginatively with children How to develop storytelling skills in children How to use the arts to build selfesteem and confidence in learning Specialist training available for: Nursery and kindergarten staff Learning assistants Special schools International schools Arts Colleges and Drama schools Completely reinvented the way I tell stories. Workshop participant UK