SARATOGA SPRINGS– Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival (SJCF), will present an evening of, personal true stories related by a local troupe of storytellers —who have been inspired by the storytelling organization, The Moth— on Thursday, Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. at Temple Sinai, 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

The Saratoga Jewish Cultural Festival and the Saratoga Jewish Community Arts) often present storytelling programs.

SJCF’s new Moth-inspired storytelling program will feature tales as remembered by the storyteller. Moth-inspired storytellers share personal experiences that are often raw, honest, and relatable. Each performance is unique as no two tellings are identical due to variations in delivery, audience interaction, and even environmental factors.

According to organizers of this program, this creates spontaneity and adds an element of excitement. A storyteller may choose to deviate from a planned narrative based on audience reactions, current events, or unexpected occurrences during the performance, moments of serendipity that enhance the story’s impact.

“The goal is to open a direct, engaging bond between the storyteller and the audience,” says Phyllis Wang, coordinator of SJCF.

Pre-registration, which is required, may be obtained at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/ddSFyCO/LivingTheJewishExperience. A $10 admission donation will be sought.