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Stories on the Way: Winter Solstice Stories

Come and enjoy live storytelling in the relaxed setting of the Netherbow Theatre, where our amazing apprentice storytellers share stories inspired by the winter solstice!

Stories on the Way: Winter Solstice Stories

About Stories on the Way: Winter Solstice Stories

Our amazing apprentice storytellers share stories inspired by the winter solstice, where the shortest day marks the symbolic death and rebirth of the Sun.

Hosted by Janis Mackay and featuring storytellers Jenna Baer, Caroline Carmichael, Rachel Clarke, Sandra Codd-MacDonald, Selina Graham, David Hughes, Neel Paul and Morven Sutherland Pelly.

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