Montreal Sauce

Alison Hagan of the MS Society is back to tell us about a personal passion, The Edmonton Story Slam. We learn how it all started, the talented participants, prize money and Paul & Chris have a slam of their own. The Moth really helped to popularize the idea of story slams. The Edmonton Story Slam was started by Alison’s sister Susan with the help of Alison and friends. You’ve got to follow the Rules when you attend a slam. The Mercury Room hosts the Story Slam. Gail de Vos. The Storytelling Festival. Matthew MacKenzie is a past winner of the Story Slam and a playwright. The Story Slam often partners with other organizations in the area like the public library. The Edmonton Story Slam is a non-profit organization ran by volunteers. The Arts Council, on spec and LitFest also provide support and partnerships from time to time. Alison tells us about Laura Lynn Johnston’s success at Story Slam. Laura Lynn heads up the team of the Edmonton chapter of Creative Mornings. Other regular storyt