No Theme, No Problem!

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Our final open mic slam of the year was open theme. Our winner was Danton Spina, a first-time storyteller with us.

Danton won an exclusive York Story Slam-branded journal from our friends at Story Supply Co and earned the final spot in our Grand Slam in November. Danton (right) is pictured here with this month’s emcee, Mike Pritchard.

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Tickets are on sale now for our 2025 Grand Slam, when all the winners of each of our monthly open mic story slams return to compete for the title of York's Best Storyteller. The Grand Slam will be held on November 18 at the beautiful Capitol Theatre. We announced the theme at the end of the October event: Oops!

BYOT 2025

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Our October 21 event is an open-theme slam, meaning there is no theme. So if you’ve had a story in mind you want to tell, but couldn’t figure out how to make it fit one of the themes this year, now’s your chance!

This is the last open mic event of the season, so it’s the last chance to earn a spot in our 2025 Grand Slam. And speaking of the Grand Slam, we’ll announce this year’s theme at the end of the October event.

Those who wish to share a story will sign up upon arrival that evening.

Tickets are on sale now.

Join us in our new location at The Hangar at New York Wire Works. Food and beverages are available during our events from The Wired Chef and Woof Bar.

Excuse Me WHAT?!?!!

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The theme for our September story slam was WTF? We heard stories about perplexing childhood experiences, interactions with animals, and one about a wrong turn in an elementary school spelling bee. Our winner was Mike Reed, who talked about some of the stupidest questions he’s ever heard.

He won an exclusive York Story Slam-branded journal from our friends at Story Supply Co and earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Mike is pictured here with York Story Slam producer JJ Sheffer.

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Tickets are on sale now for our October 21 event. It is an open-theme slam, and the final regular-season event before our 2025 Grand Slam.

WTF?

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The theme for our September 16 story slam is WTF?

We want to hear your stories of moments when you were shocked, appalled, or bewildered by the absurdity of a situation. However you interpret the theme, we look forward to hearing your true stories. Those who wish to share a story will sign up upon arrival that evening.

Tickets are on sale now.

Join us in our new location at The Hangar at New York Wire Works. Food and beverages are available during our events from The Wired Chef and Woof Bar.

Working Hard or Hardly Working?

The theme for our August story slam was Daily Grind. We heard stories about first jobs, career trajectories, and “other duties as assigned.” Our winner was Debbie Gable, who shared a story about how much she has always loved to work, and some of her key takeaways as she nears retirement.

She won an exclusive York Story Slam-branded journal from our friends at Story Supply Co and earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Debbie (right) is pictured here with York Story Slam producer JJ Sheffer.

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Tickets are on sale now for our September 16 story slam. The theme is WTF?!

Daily Grind

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The theme for our August 19 story slam is Daily Grind.

We want to hear your stories of being on the clock, wrestling with routine, and times you succeeded or failed at work-life balance. However you interpret the theme, we look forward to hearing your true stories. Those who wish to share a story will sign up upon arrival that evening.

Tickets are on sale now.

Join us in our new location at The Hangar at New York Wire Works. Food and beverages are available for purchase during our events from The Wired Chef and Woof Bar.

Friends Who Are Old, Or Friends for A Long Time?

The theme for our July story slam was Old Friends. We heard stories about earliest childhood friends, making friends on the internet, and even one about the draft lottery. Our winner was Paul Boddy, who shared a story about attending the Army/Navy game over the years with an old friend.

He won an exclusive York Story Slam-branded journal from our friends at Story Supply Co and earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Paul (right) is pictured here with this month’s MC, Tony Crocamo.

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Tickets are on sale now for our August 19 story slam. The theme is Daily Grind.

Old Friends

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The theme for our July 15 story slam is Old Friends.

We want to hear your stories of your glory days, the people who have witnessed you at your best and your worst, and the people in your life who are just plain OLD. However you interpret the theme, we look forward to hearing your true stories. Those who wish to share a story will sign up upon arrival that evening.

Tickets are on sale now.

Join us in our new location at The Hangar at New York Wire Works. Food and beverages are available for purchase during our events from The Wired Chef and Woof Bar.

Close Calls

The theme for our June story slam was Brush with Death. We heard stories about a vehicle that caught on fire, a complicated pregnancy, and all sorts of medical emergencies. Our winner was Tony Crocamo, who shared a story about following orders during his time in the army during the Vietnam War.

He won an exclusive York Story Slam-branded journal from our friends at Story Supply Co and earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Tony (right) is pictured here with York Story Slam producer JJ Sheffer.

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Tickets are on sale now for our July 15 story slam. The theme is Old Friends.

Brush with Death

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The theme for our June 17 story slam is Brush with Death.

We want to hear your stories of near hits and misses, reckless behavior, and the experiences that prompt us to consider our mortality. However you interpret the theme, we look forward to hearing your true stories. Those who wish to share a story will sign up upon arrival that evening.

Tickets are on sale now.

Join us in our new location at The Hangar at New York Wire Works. Food and beverages are available for purchase during our events from The Wired Chef and Woof Bar.

Family Ties

The theme for our May story slam was All in the Family. We heard stories about blood relations, chosen family, sibling pranks, and even one about crashing a wedding in Ireland. Our winner was Shaun Carter, who shared a story about his contribution to the family Thanksgiving meal.

He won an exclusive York Story Slam-branded journal from our friends at Story Supply Co and earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Shaun (right) is pictured here with this month’s emcee, Randy Parker.

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Tickets are on sale now for our June 17 story slam. The theme is Brush with Death.

All in the Family

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The theme for our May 20 story slam is All in the Family.

We want to hear your stories of your nearest and dearest, the distant relations you wish were closer (or farther), and traditions and quirks specific to your people. However you interpret the theme, we look forward to hearing your true stories. Those who wish to share a story will sign up upon arrival that evening.

Tickets are on sale now.

Join us in our new location at The Hangar at New York Wire Works. Food and beverages are available for purchase during our events from The Wired Chef and Woof Bar.

Half & Half

The theme for our April story slam was My Better Half. We heard stories about meeting future spouses, helping each other through difficult times, and even one about sharing clothing with a partner of similar stature. Our winner was Swapna Deshpande, who shared a story about a patient she worked with through the course of his degenerative illness.

She won an exclusive York Story Slam-branded journal from our friends at Story Supply Co and earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Swapna (right) is pictured here with this month’s emcee and York Story Slam producer JJ Sheffer.

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Tickets are on sale now for our May 20 story slam. The theme is All in the Family

My Better Half

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The theme for our April 15 tory slam is My Better Half.

We want to hear your stories about relationships – romantic or platonic, times your partner held you to a higher standard, and the people in your life who bring out the best in you. However you interpret the theme, we look forward to hearing your true stories. Those who wish to share a story will sign up upon arrival that evening.

Tickets are on sale now.

Join us in our new location at The Hangar at New York Wire Works. Food and beverages are available for purchase during our events from The Wired Chef and Woof Bar.

OK, Maybe *Some* Hard Feelings...

The theme for our March story slam was No Hard Feelings. We heard stories about getting tackled in football games, losing items from the lost & found at a Hollywood hostel, learning to let go, and even one story about Kevin Bacon (not that one). Our winner was Mark Lentz, who shared a story about reflecting on the resentments he carries.

He won an exclusive York Story Slam-branded journal from our friends at Story Supply Co and earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Mark (left) is pictured here with this month’s emcee, Corey Wolfe.

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Tickets are on sale now for our April 15 story slam. The theme is My Better Half.

No Hard Feelings

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The theme for our March 18 story slam is No Hard Feelings.

We want to hear your stories of reconciliation, misunderstandings that turned out fine, or times when you lied to yourself or others to keep the peace. However you interpret the theme, we look forward to hearing your true stories. Those who wish to share a story will sign up upon arrival that evening.

Tickets are on sale now.

Join us in our new location at The Hangar at New York Wire Works. Food and beverages are available for purchase during our events from The Wired Chef and Collusion Tap Works.

Surprises, Language Barriers, and Lifelong Lessons

The theme for our February story slam was Culture Shock. We heard stories about being made to feel “othered,” what happens when you order fast food in Ecuador, and one story about spending a long weekend with four toddlers. Our winner was Marianne Sheely, who shared a story about getting to know her new neighbor.

She won an exclusive York Story Slam-branded journal from our friends at Story Supply Co and earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Marianne is pictured here with this month’s emcee, 2023 Grand Slam champ Matt McDunnell.

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Tickets are on sale now for our March 18 story slam. The theme is No Hard Feelings.

Culture Shock

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The theme for our February 18 story slam is Culture Shock.

We want to hear your stories of times when you felt like a fish out of water, were thrown into a new situation for which you were unprepared, or when you gained a new perspective after stepping far outside your comfort zone. However you interpret the theme, we look forward to hearing your true stories. Those who wish to share a story will sign up upon arrival that evening.

Tickets are on sale now.

Join us in our new location at The Hangar at New York Wire Works. Food and beverages are available for purchase during our events from The Wired Chef and Collusion Tap Works.

Tipping Point

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The theme for our January story slam - the first event of our tenth season - was Tipping Point. We heard stories about starting a business, new-parent anxiety, a treacherous solo motorcycle trip, and one about setting up a PA system for Elvis Presley. Our winner was Matt McDunnell, who shared a story about bonding with a date about a mutual acquaintance.

He won an exclusive York Story Slam-branded journal from our friends at Story Supply Co and earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Matt (left) is pictured here with this month’s emcee, 2024 Grand Slam champ Tim McGuinness.

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Tickets are on sale now for our February 18 story slam. The theme is Culture Shock, and Matt McDunnell will be our MC for the evening.

Tenth Season Begins January 21

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We had a great evening at our Grand Slam in November, and now we're excited to kick off our tenth season of live storytelling.

We’ll be in a new location this year - new to us, and new to the community. The Hangar at New York Wire Works is a new event space that will open in January, and we’ll be among the first gatherings to take place there. Food and nonalcoholic beverages will be available for purchase from The Wired Chef during our events, and we’ll have announcements soon about beer, as well, for those who prefer a little liquid courage before putting their name into the hat.

We’ll continue to host our events on the third Tuesday of the month in 2025. We announced our themes for 2025 at the Grand Slam.

Our first Story Slam of the year is scheduled for Tuesday, January 21. The theme is Tipping Point. We want to hear your stories of the final straws that pushed you over the edge or in a new direction, small things that made a big difference, and the moments where you realized there was no turning back. However you interpret this month's theme, we look forward to hearing your true stories. Those who wish to share a story will sign up upon arrival that evening.

Tickets on sale December 26 at 10 am.