Telling Tales Storytelling Festival Frequently Asked Questions
What will it be like at the festival?
You will have the opportunity to hear three nationally recognized and celebrated tellers- Willy Claflin, Muriel Johnson and Kirk Waller perform on our outdoor stage. In between, you can choose to hear many outstanding community tellers.
How do I get tickets?
We recommend that you purchase tickets through the website and they will be held for you at will call. You may also purchase tickets at the gate with cash or check. Please note that we will not be accepting credit cards. Admission is $10 per adult and $5 per child under 18 years of age.
What ages will enjoy the festival?
This is an event for families, and we are aiming to please and entertain a wide range of children and adults. Parents are asked to be attentive to their children's needs and considerate of tellers and others in the audience.
Will there be food and drinks available?
Yes, there will be sushi, snacks and drinks available from local vendors available for purchase.
What are the seating arrangements?
We will have mainly chairs and benches. You do not need to bring your own seats, but very low portable chairs are allowed.
Will there be disabled access?
The school site is accessible. To request details or get further information about disability accommodations, please call 883-6990, email us at , or call the California phone relay at 711. We will have specified disabled parking at the event.
What about signing for the hearing impaired?
We will provide signing by advance request. Please contact us by October 1st.. (See above for contact info.)
How do I get to Berkwood Hedge? Is it close to BART?
The school is a block west of Berkeley High School and only a few blocks from the downtown Berkeley BART station. Mapquest has a clear map if you type in our address, 1809 Bancroft Way, Berkeley 94703.
What about bus access?
The #15 bus runs on Martin Luther King, Jr. Way, about a block away.
What about automobile parking?
Parking can be challenging near Berkwood Hedge; many nearby streets have two-hour limits. Carpooling or coming by BART, bus, foot or bicycle is encouraged. If you do drive, be sure to allow plenty of time and be prepared to park a few blocks from the school.
If I bike, is there a secure place to park my bicycle?
Yes, we will provide supervised bike parking.
May I take photos or record the tellers?
No, due to arrangements with the tellers, we ask that no photos or recordings be taken. You will be able to purchase recordings at "The Marketplace" throughout the day.
Are dogs and other pets allowed?
Only service dogs are permitted on the festival grounds.
What if it rains?
We'll carry on. We'll likely have to make some location changes for featured tellers, but we will make it work, so please come rain or shine!
Many thanks and we hope to see you at "Telling Tales" on Saturday, October 15th, 2011.