A Thousand Doorways combines the TOPIC FOCUS and POWER of a speaker presentation, the ENGAGEMENT of a theatrical performance, the AUTHENTICITY of a true story and the INSPIRATION of an author’s visit.
A Thousand Doorways complements studies in: Theatre/Solo Performance, English, Playwriting, Language studies, International and Middle Eastern studies, Myth and Culture, Anthropology and Sociology.
“Thank you for sharing “A Thousand Doorways” with the students, faculty and staff of Green Mountain College. People from each of these constituencies have raved about the show. It is rare to find a performance that touches so many people so intensely. “
A Thousand Doorways not only sensitizes students to injustices around the world it inspires compassionate action. It has been championed on campus by many different groups because of its affinity for: Social Justice, Civil Rights, Cultural and Language Rights.
The performance is often accompanied by Master Classes and Residencies in the Storytelling art. Diane’s Residency is tailored for each individual group and often focuses on the creating and telling of personal tales.
“Doorways”- a post-performance story and story writing workshop is available directly after the performance. It emphasizes the power of personal stories to create understanding. Sharing tales is the shortest distance between people.
“I appreciate the way you were able to weave history and story together with personal experiences in order to create a performance that was both incredibly entertaining and also informative. We left feeling inspired by the stories of the Kurdish people you encountered, as well as obtaining a glimpse into a culture that has been hidden to us by misunderstanding and even deliberate falsehoods. The Kurds came alive for us through your words.”
CREATE A GATHERING
A Thousand Doorways lends itself to a lively Q and A after the performance. By providing traditional foods and tea the event can be extended into a gathering. Whenever possible, local members of the Kurdish community are invited to take part.
“Several of my students were clearly changed by having heard these stories. They spoke afterward of how important it is to look beyond the surface of a culture and a people in order to find what is truly there. Thank you for the time and energy you gave to us. It was all wonderful!
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–Shirley Oskamp- professor Green Mountain College, New Hampshire
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