The Art of Oral Storytelling
instructor: Baishali Johal
category: Storytelling
for: Adults
price: MEMBER $115 / GENERAL $125
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Join us for a comprehensive 4-session storytelling workshop, where you’ll discover that storytelling isn’t just about speaking—it’s an art form with endless applications. When you tell a story, you paint with words, sculpt emotions, and compose experiences that linger long after the telling.
Over the course of four weeks, storytellers of all levels will be guided through the entire story-crafting process—transforming flat, everyday experience into captivating narratives that bridge connections! This process has many steps, but your instructor will guide you through structured exercises, gripping examples, supportive feedback, and a proven framework.
You will actively craft, share, and refine 4+ stories throughout the class, receiving personalized feedback in a collaborative workshop setting. Each session will build on top of the last, allowing you to master a powerful, lifelong skill in just four focused sessions.
Whether you’re a traditional artist looking to craft richer narratives within your work, a professional aiming to elevate your presentations, or simply someone who wants to share more compelling stories, this class will help you bring your stories to life!
By the end of the class, you’ll walk away with at least four polished stories, plus a powerful framework to craft countless more! No prior experience is required—just bring an open mind, a notebook, and a pen for in-class exercises.
WHEN: Sundays, October 5-26, 2025 11 – 12:30 PM
WHERE: Verge Center for the Arts
About the Instructor
A Sacramento native and enthusiast, Baishali is a passionate storytelling instructor with a proven ability to teach students of all backgrounds. She began hosting storytelling circles as part of Airbnb’s virtual experiences, initially just for fun, but soon found herself leading workshops for corporate teams at companies like Meta, Etsy, and Salesforce. After two years of refining her approach and developing a simple, effective storytelling framework, Baishali now focuses on helping creative professionals, entrepreneurs, parents, educators, and everyday people craft better stories. With over 100 groups and individuals served, her calm demeanor and personability create a supportive space for learning and growth.
Website: https://www.baishali.art
Community Standards
In order to create a safe and encouraging environment for creativity, we ask that all attendees comply with Verge’s non-discrimination policy which prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, age, physical or mental disability, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by the state or local laws. We also ask that everyone contribute positively to a safe and comfortable environment for all attendees. We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone who does not abide by our community standards stated above.
Cancellation and Refunds Policy
Verge Center for the Arts reserves the right to cancel classes, to change instructors, and to make other changes that may become necessary to ensure a quality experience for participants. In the event that a class is canceled, we will contact all registrants and offer the option of transferring to another available session, or receiving a full refund.
If a participant wishes to withdraw from a class, they must do so in writing at least seven days prior to the first class meeting to receive a full refund, less a $25 processing fee. Withdrawals occurring within seven days prior to the first class meeting will receive a refund of 50% of the total class fee or may transfer to a class of equal or lesser value. Participants are only eligible for one transfer per registration and must get it approved by Verge staff. No refunds or transfers are given to withdrawals that occur 24 hours or less before the class begins. Membership fees are non-refundable. Please note we are unable to issue cash refunds.