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Danielle Furfaro
Brooklyn Daily
Brooklynites are not known for being quiet, so it is not surprising that there is a children’s treasury of storytelling nights throughout the borough every month. Here is just a sampling of the local events where comedians, writers, and everyday people with something to say regularly spill their guts.
The Story Collider
A guy walks into a chemistry lab with two cloned sheep — this roaming series of science-centric stories pops up regularly at Littlefield in Gowanus. The next installment will focus on sports science.
Littlefield (622 Degraw St. between Third and Fourth avenues in Gowanus, www.storycollider.org). July 9 at 8 pm. $10.
What Are You Afraid Of?
Turn down the lights and get the popcorn out for these stories about fear, hosted by former child star Mara Wilson every month at Union Hall in Park Slope.
Union Hall [702 Union St. near Fifth Avenue in Park Slope, (718) 638–4400, www.unionhallny.com]. July 20 at 8 pm. $7–$10.
Mortified NYC
Get ready to get your schenenfraude on with these stories of shame. Mortified nights take place nation-wide, with New York City representing at Littlefield.
Littlefield (622 Degraw St. between Third and Fourth avenues in Gowanus, www.storycollider.org). July 22 at 8 pm. $10–$15.
Tell the Bartender
This storytelling podcast hosted by Brooklyn actor and comedian Katharine Heller often records episodes live at Union Hall.
No upcoming live shows scheduled right now, see www.tellthebartender.com for announcements.
The Shed
Usually held in a Red Hook backyard (but occasionally hitting other Brooklyn locations), this two-year-old has a different topic every month. The mic is open to all comers on the night, so bring your own stories — and beer.
The Shed (205 Conover St. between Coffey and Van Dyke streets in Red Hook, www.theshedstorysalon.org). Next edition has not been announced yet.