Program Offerings

African American Folklore and Folktales

Experience a lively collection of stories from across the African diaspora. Featuring figures such as High John the Conqueror, Anansi the Spider, and Brer Rabbit, this program celebrates the richness of African American folklore through entertaining and meaningful tales.

  • Builds suspense through culturally rooted stories filled with rising tension and unforgettable moments
  • Encourages character development through memorable lessons
  • Engages audiences with humor, cultural insight, and participation
  • Highlights the storyteller’s role in preserving the African oral tradition

Funny Folktales and Silly Stories

Designed especially for young children, this lively program brings myths, fables, and folktales from around the world to life. Music, drumming, interactive storytelling, and audience participation keep early learners engaged from beginning to end.

Young audiences will:

  • Build listening skills, imagination, and a lasting enthusiasm for storytelling
  • Discover stories and traditions from diverse cultures
  • Participate through movement, music, rhythm, and call-and-response

Tailor-Made Tales

This custom-designed storytelling program is tailored to your audience, occasion, and goals. With a broad repertoire for all ages, Chetter can create an engaging experience for:

  • Black History Month Programs
  • Churches and faith-based gatherings
  • Cultural awareness programs
  • Family reunions
  • Retreats and special events

Storytelling 3.0: Sights, Sounds, and Samples for the Art of Listening

This hands-on workshop introduces participants to practical storytelling tools and shows them how to adapt each technique to their own distinctive style.

Participants will explore:

  • Layering narrative elements to build an effective “story sandwich”
  • Performance techniques that strengthen delivery
  • Story modeling and structure
  • The creative use of sound effects

Putting the POP in Your Story: Tools for Engaging Storytelling

This interactive workshop shows participants how purposeful imagery, language, and performance techniques can transform a story into a memorable experience. Through practical exercises, storytellers learn to make thoughtful choices about what to include and how to deliver it for maximum impact.

Participants will learn to:

  • Apply effective storytelling and presentation practices
  • Develop a signature piece that reflects their individual performance style
  • Distinguish essential story details from optional ones
  • Strengthen delivery through speech, gestures, movement, and voice projection
  • Use vivid imagery and precise language to engage listeners