So Say We All’s Veteran Writers Division returns to the stage in March with a host of new voices and stories on the theme of “Stateside.” Tales of returning home and navigating reintegration, being the fish out of water freshly out of uniform, telling the hilarious story that horrifies civilian party goers at the party, and more surprising interpretations will surprise and delight ye whether you’re familiar with armed forces culture already or a stranger.

Validating parking is available in the underground lot, entrance in the Bayfront Court loop. Hold on to your ticket for validation at the Brewery.

Featuring:

• Kurt Kalbfleish

• Pamela Wardrip

• Joe Hudak

• Juan Jimenez

• Ian Bush

Veteran Writers Division Storytelling Showcase: “Stateside”
Saturday, March 8th
7pm - 9pm
Protector Brewery - Hide Site
901 Bayfront Ct, suite 102, San Diego, CA 92101
$10
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Made possible by the generous support of Creative Forces / NEA / Mid-Western Arts Alliance

We’ve gone completely mad and decided to ring out the year with the biggest show we’ve ever dared put on screen: a two-hour nonstop extravaganza of friends showcasing their greatest talents, live-streamed to the world as it plays out in real time. Will this be the greatest show in history? You’ll have to tune-in to find out! And because the Telethon is our crowning push for our Fall Membership Drive, everyone who signs up and supports is going to get a very special recognition during the show!

SSWA’s Stuff Our Stockings Variety Show Telethon!
Sunday, December 8th
4pm - 6pm
Livestream available on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/sosayweallonline

The Whole Alphabet, So Say We All’s LGBTQ+ Writers Workshop and Storytelling Series, takes to the stage for SD Pride this June! Join us at Thorn St. Brewing with our partners from Just Tryna Make Friends to showcase original true stories on the theme of “It’s Giving Mother.”

Whether about the actual moms we literally couldn’t live without, or the icons pop and personal who shaped the individuals we were always destined to become, we’ll hear all about the passing of the torch and what flowed downstream in the river of time.

• Submission deadline: Sunday, May 5th @ 11:59pm

• Submit here.

The Whole Alphabet Storytelling Showcase: “It’s Giving Mother”
Saturday, June 8th 2024
7pm - 9pm
Thorn St. Brewing
3176 Thorn St, San Diego, CA 92104
$10 suggested donation
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Join us for a fun and free two hour generative writing workshop, where SSWA producers will present on aspects of the craft, storytellers will model their works, with dedicated open writing time to allow you to get a running start on your next story! It’ll be as educational as it’ll be entertaining, so get it on your calendar and tell your friends!

This workshop is provided as part of The Whole Alphabet series; all are welcome.

A So Say We All Generative Writing Workshop #2
Sunday, April 14th
2pm - 4pm
Alesmith Brewing
990 Alesmith Court, San Diego, CA 92126
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7 years after our first collaboration, So Say We All are teaming up once again with the fine folks at Thumbprint Gallery (thumbprintgallery.com) and flippin' the script! This time, select artists will be creating new work based on the written work.

Check out a little video of our first show here.

Join us for some fresh new art, fun live reading, and good times with friends!

SSWA x Thumbprint: A Thousand Words
Friday, April 5th
4pm - 9pm (reading at 7pm)
Thumbprint Gallery
920 Kline St #104, La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 354-6294
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So Say We All is honored to be collaborating with The Hausmann Quartet for the fourth time to produce a showcase of literary performance and classical music. Haydn‘s epic work for string quartet and a Good Friday / Easter commission, "The 7 Last Words of Christ" will be performed by the Hausmann Quartet with original stories inspired by each movement performed by their authors, interwoven into one unforgettable evening.

Featuring:
1.1 1. Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do Roger Aplon -- Dónde está  mi madre?

1.2 2. Today you will be with me in paradise Jessica Petrencsik -- Sight

1.3 3. Behold your son: behold your mother Liz Roccoforte -- Ode to Nicknames

1.4 4. My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? David Schmidt -- It's Friday

1.5 I Thirst Frank DiPalermo -- I Want to Be AN ELDER but I Don't Know How

1.6 It Is Finished Victoria Derr -- Spinning Myself Back In

1.7 7. Father, into your hands I commit my spirit Marina Brown -- Biography

Haydn Voyages: 7 Last Words
Wednesday, March 27th
7pm - 9pm
Verbatim Books
3793 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104
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So Say We All welcomes you to be one of only 30 friends to join us for a magical spread, served to support our storytelling community.

In support of our Winter Fundraiser, we are honored to offer you a secret kitchen experience in the home of San Diego’s Pastry Pedaler, our friend and ally, Chef Dana Weimar with guest host Lindsay Abbott, as they dare to elevate us into the realm of fancy that can use the word “amuse-bouche” accurately. You still don’t need to dress fancy though to seize a new kind of night out that reminds you what food and friendship can be.

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Secret Kitchen: Holiday Cocktails and Amuse-Bouche with Friends
Friday, December 8th
6:30pm - 10pm
Address: Personal home, Pacific Beach
(Location provided upon purchase of ticket)