Arts and Music

Stories from the Stage

Stories have the power to astonish us, make us laugh and cry, and open our hearts to the world. Hosted by Wes Hazard and Theresa Okokon, STORIES FROM THE STAGE invites storytellers from around the world to share extraordinary tales of what it means to be human. Each episode features both on-stage performances and interviews about their inspirations and craft, and the meaning behind their stories.

Proud to Be

26m 14s

To embrace PRIDE, you often need to define yourself in your own way. Srilatha's world turned upside down when she discovered the hidden 'A' in LGBTQI_+; queer stage and film director Kevin receives a time capsule gift from their late grandfather; and Jamie takes us on a 20-year journey of transition and self-love. Three storytellers, three interpretations of PROUD TO BE, hosted by Theresa Okokon.

Episodes

  • Flourishing in the Desert: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Flourishing in the Desert

    S7 E1 - 26m 34s

    The Southwest is hot and dry, but for millions of people, it’s a place to thrive. After her divorce, Lisa, a writer, redefines herself in the great outdoors; Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Daniel struggles with linguistic dualities; and after leaving California, Shareé wonders if she can find home. Three storytellers, three interpretations of FLOURISHING IN THE DESERT, hosted by Theresa Okokon.

Extras + Features

  • Flourishing in the Desert | Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Flourishing in the Desert | Preview

    S7 E1 - 30s

    The Southwest is hot and dry, but for millions of people, it’s a place to thrive. After her divorce, Lisa, a writer, redefines herself in the great outdoors; Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Daniel struggles with linguistic dualities; and after leaving California, Shareé wonders if she can find home. Three storytellers, three interpretations of FLOURISHING IN THE DESERT, hosted by Theresa Okokon.

Schedule

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    Stories from the Stage

    Hell or High Water

    Tuesday
    Jul 16

    30 Minutes

    A woman describes her last night at home before leaving Cuba; a boy catches his first fish; an international love affair is tested.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Hell or High Water

    Tuesday
    Jul 16

    30 Minutes

    A woman describes her last night at home before leaving Cuba; a boy catches his first fish; an international love affair is tested.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Hell or High Water

    Thursday
    Jul 18

    30 Minutes

    A woman describes her last night at home before leaving Cuba; a boy catches his first fish; an international love affair is tested.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Hell or High Water

    Friday
    Jul 19

    30 Minutes

    A woman describes her last night at home before leaving Cuba; a boy catches his first fish; an international love affair is tested.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Hell or High Water

    Friday
    Jul 19

    30 Minutes

    A woman describes her last night at home before leaving Cuba; a boy catches his first fish; an international love affair is tested.
  • Image
    Stories From the Stage: Hell or High Water: TVSS: Iconic

    Stories from the Stage

    Hell or High Water

    Friday
    Jul 19

    30 Minutes

    A woman describes her last night at home before leaving Cuba; a boy catches his first fish; an international love affair is tested.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Into the Wild

    Sunday
    Jul 21

    30 Minutes

    Avesha's love for the outdoors is instilled by her father; Antonio turns a chaotic whale-watching trip into a memorable family adventure; Jenny chronicles her run across America.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Taking Flight

    Sunday
    Jul 21

    30 Minutes

    A woman confronts her worst fear -- flying; a man splurges by purchasing a plane; a woman learns the difference between curses and kindness during a bumpy flight.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Adventure Ahead

    Sunday
    Jul 21

    30 Minutes

    Jynelle rediscovers the joys of adventure through her mother's eyes; Arctic terns help redefine Mark's understanding of perseverance; Shannon steps up to the plate in a Beep Baseball showdown.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Experience

    Sunday
    Jul 21

    30 Minutes

    Tellers relay their stories.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Fish Out of Water

    Sunday
    Jul 21

    30 Minutes

    Making sense of the unknown with Shweta Bhatt, Jenny Herzog and Carol Carson.
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    Stories from the Stage

    First

    Sunday
    Jul 21

    30 Minutes

    In many cases, first times are game changers and serve as unforgettable lessons for life; with Erin Baker, Dylan deNapoli and Ali Abdullatif.
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    Stories from the Stage

    One Way or Another

    Sunday
    Jul 21

    30 Minutes

    Storytellers discuss how dealing with challenges showed them strengths they didn't know they had; with Brandon Kazen-Maddox, Sara Kaminski and Jeff Belanger.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Love Me, Love Me Not

    Sunday
    Jul 21

    30 Minutes

    A surprise marriage proposal; a woman's broken heart is held together by 100 women in Colorado; a man embraces his wife's spirit.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Love Me, Love Me Not

    Sunday
    Jul 21

    30 Minutes

    A surprise marriage proposal; a woman's broken heart is held together by 100 women in Colorado; a man embraces his wife's spirit.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Pets

    Sunday
    Jul 21

    30 Minutes

    "Music for Cats" helps Kendra Dawsey live through COVID-19 with a feline in heat; Suzanne Simmons' hen Emily takes a ride that ends up saving two roosters; Tracey Strain's shih tzu accidentally escapes and becomes a hero.
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    Stories from the Stage

    Into the Wild

    Monday
    Jul 22

    30 Minutes

    Avesha's love for the outdoors is instilled by her father; Antonio turns a chaotic whale-watching trip into a memorable family adventure; Jenny chronicles her run across America.
  • Image
    Stories From the Stage: TVSS: Iconic

    Stories from the Stage

    Taking Flight

    Monday
    Jul 22

    30 Minutes

    A woman confronts her worst fear -- flying; a man splurges by purchasing a plane; a woman learns the difference between curses and kindness during a bumpy flight.
  • Image
    Stories From the Stage: Adventure Ahead: TVSS: Iconic

    Stories from the Stage

    Adventure Ahead

    Monday
    Jul 22

    30 Minutes

    Jynelle rediscovers the joys of adventure through her mother's eyes; Arctic terns help redefine Mark's understanding of perseverance; Shannon steps up to the plate in a Beep Baseball showdown.
  • Image
    Stories From the Stage: TVSS: Iconic

    Stories from the Stage

    Experience

    Monday
    Jul 22

    30 Minutes

    Tellers relay their stories.

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