What do you get when a storyteller, a musician, and a graphic artist squeeze their brains into a tiny rectangular space? You get The Kamishib’ys, of course!
Kamishibai (Japanese for "paper play") is a form of street theater and storytelling, where narrators set up a miniature wooden stage, revealing a series of colourful illustrations as the tales unfold. The Newfoundland version is The Kamishib’ys: performed by storyteller Dale Jarvis and musician and percussionist Jaehong Jin, with art by printmaker Graham Blair. Sit down in front of their portable storytelling stage as they share a three-course feast of family-friendly fables.
The Mermaid Sisters of Beachy Cove.
In a crystal cave below the sea live two sisters: one good; one bad. Find out what happens when they meet a curious fisherman.
Open Open Green House.
Maggie has a problem - her would-be boyfriend is trapped in a haunted house by an evil witch. What’s a girl to do?
The Legend of Bennett’s Grove.
An old pirate returns to St. John’s to claim a hidden treasure, but only its ghostly guardians (and a psychic cat) know for sure where the gold is buried.
The Kamishib’ys: a blend of mid-century-inspired art, traditional Newfoundland storytelling, and contemporary Korean folk music! Presented with support from ArtsNL.
Reserve your tickets now!
https://www.showpass.com/st-johns-storytelling-festival-2025
The Kamishib’ys are:
Dale Jarvis, storyteller, author (he/him) - Clarke’s Beach and St. John’s
Graham Blair, printmaker, graphic artist (they/them) - St. John’s
Jaehong Jin, Nongak performer, percussionist, photographer (he/him) - St. John’s
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