“What we’ve got here is a failure to communicate!” So goes the line from the Paul Newman classic film Cool Hand Luke. Tonight’s Tales from the South looks at Communication Skills.
The featured storytellers are Amber Hood, Danny Powell, and Grant Rollins. Live music is provided by Brad Williams and bluesman Mark Simpson.
“Tales from the South” originates tonight from Stickyz Rock ‘n’ Roll Chicken Shack in the heart of the River Market district.
“Tales From the South” is a radio show created and produced by Paula Martin Morell, who is also the show’s host. The show is taped live on Tuesday. The night is a cross between a house concert and a reading/show, with incredible food and great company. Tickets must be purchased before the show, as shows are usually standing-room only.
“Tales from the South” is a showcase of writers reading their own true stories. While the show itself is unrehearsed, the literary memoirs have been worked on for weeks leading up to the readings. Stories range from funny to touching, from everyday occurrences to life-altering tragedies.
Dinner is served from 5pm to 7pm, the show starts at 7pm. Admission is $10. Dinner cost is additional and ordered off the menu.
You MUST purchase your ticket before the show.
Previous episodes of “Tales from the South” air on KUAR Public Radio on Thursdays at 7pm. This program will air on September 11.
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