Stories from the Stage’ on The WORLD Channel June 22–23, 2019
This summer TV audiences can listen in on amazing real life stories told by everyday people as WORLD Channel presents a 24-hour binge-a-thon of the television series Stories from the Stage began Saturday, June 22, at 7 p.m.
The series is hosted by humorists and storytellers Theresa Okokon and Wes Hazard (some eagle-eyed viewers may recognize the latter from his stint on Jeopardy! where he was a three-time champion).
The stories range from one man’s tale of going all out to help his wife satisfy her pregnancy cravings to the story behind the young student who was the inspiration for the DREAM Act, the marathon’s 40+ episodes feature stories told in front of a live audience by diverse raconteurs who reflect the diversity of our modern world. The humorous and poignant storytellers cover a wide range of topics including:
Comedian Gastor Almonte remembers the time he went above and beyond to satisfy his pregnant wife’s sweet cravings (“Sugar & Spice” episode, season 2)
Tereza Lee’s discovery of her undocumented status leads her to the office of Sen. Dick Durbin and to the creation of the DreamAct (“Take A Stand” episode, Season 1)
Mahboba Akhtarzadah, a young woman from Afghanistan details her journey to the classroom and education despite living in a society that said she couldn’t because she was female and had a disability (“Fresh Start” episode, season 2)
These storytellers and others from across the U.S., Poland, Afghanistan, India, the Dominican Republic, Armenia and elsewhere, help bring the classic art form of storytelling to modern audiences with a focus on fresh, new voices reflecting the diversity of America and the global community.
In addition to watching on WORLD Channel, viewers can also take part via livestream on the WORLD Channel and Stories from the Stage Facebook pages with live commentary by the hosts.
Stories from the Stage episodes, original digital content, and more can be experienced on social platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and on the WORLD Channel website. Follow the hashtag #StoriesfromtheStage to hear every word.
Stories from the Stage is co-executive-produced by Cheng and Patricia Alvarado Núñez, with lead camera/director/editor Michael Rossi and Chris Hastings, executive in charge of production.
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