Welcome to Storyville

Gather Round

“The truth about stories is that that’s all we are.”

– Thomas King

"Sometimes reality is too complex.

Stories give it form."

– Jean Luc Godard

It is through stories that we learn about each other.

We explore the past, the future and the present and all the intangibles of life.

It was a Dark and Stormy Night - told by dTaborah Johnson

07:47

It was a Dark and Stormy Night - told by dTaborah Johnson

Praise Song for the Day - told by dTaborah Johnson

03:06

Praise Song for the Day - told by dTaborah Johnson

The Hunter, The Panther & The Monkey

10:31

The Hunter, The Panther & The Monkey

Told by Njacko Backo. Njacko Backo is an entertainer, musician, composer, dancer, choreographer, author and educator born in Cameroon. Njacko shares his uplifting music, energizing dance, and hope-filled stories with audiences of all ages and all walks of life. Musically and spiritually Njacko draws on the lessons he learned in Africa from his musical family, mentors and village life. www.njackobacko.com

The Story of Migizi

06:44

The Story of Migizi

Told by Alan Colley. Alan Colley, of Toronto Aboriginal Eco-Tours, teaches and shares knowledge to bring about a sustainable relationship with the environment for future generations. Alan is Wolf Clan of Ojibway, Blackfoot, Cree, Scottish, Irish and Russian heritage works with the Medicine Wheel and 7 Grandfather teachings to plant the seeds for a healthy future. www.taet.com

Filling a Shed

05:07

Filling a Shed

Told by Chris Cavanagh. Chris is a forever storyteller, popular educator, co-founder of the Catalyst Centre and faculty member in the Department of Environmental Studies at York University, who uses stories in everything he does.

Harry and the Steam Gauge

03:13

Harry and the Steam Gauge

Told by Ian Bell. Ian is a musician, composer, artist and historian living and working in Norfolk County.