STORY JAM STUDIO

05/05/2026

So many amazing things coming up! Classes and shows!

🌟 MAY 11 - Storytelling Journey @ Oil Lamp Theatre, a high level storytelling class for those already on their storytelling journey - SOLD OUT.

🌟 MAY 16 - Change Your Story, Change Your Life - an all day retreat at Steph's house for those looking to identify old stories and write new ones. Small group. TWO OPEN SPOTS.

🌟 MAY 17 - Story Lab Sunday at The Oil Lamp Theater - bring in a story for professional feedback and direction. Drop in or buy a series! An unbelievable value.

UPCOMING SHOWS (directed by Steph Rogers):

🌟 MAY 17, 2pm Arlene Malinowski and Judi Schindler duo solo shows (Bughouse Theatre, as part of the amazing Fillet of Solo yearlong series).

🌟 JULY 15, 17 Archy Jamjun performs another brilliant solo at Collaboration Theatre in Chicago.

🌟 JULY 17, 18, 19 Lewis Rawlinson's stellar Solo Show @ Steppenwolf Theatre. This is our third collaborative launch of this incredible show. Don't miss it!

🌟 AUGUST 22 Mystic, actor, and mime David Ellzey performs his stunning solo show at the Heartwood Center in Evanston.

04/15/2026

Story Jam is collaborating with an incredible life coach to build a fantastic one-day personal growth workshop in Steph's home. Small group for personal attention! Come join us!

https://programs.kathymccabe.com/change-2026

04/11/2026

Starting in ten minutes!

02/26/2026

Hello Storytellers!

If you'd like to learn how to become a stronger storyteller, The Oil Lamp Theater is hosting an excellent class with Steph Rogers, founder of Story Jam and well-regarded storytelling coach (see reviews on the Story Jam Studio page).

There is ONE OPEN SPOT in tonight's class. As always, finances should never prevent anyone from joining one of our classes or events.

If you have financial constraints, please reach out to us at [email protected]. If money is currently flowing like the Seine for you, we hope you find pricing very reasonable and thank you for your support!

Click the link below to find out more about this amazing class.

Unlock the power of performance in this class focused on live lit storytelling techniques! Learn how to speak in front of a crowd when it’s only you, the audience, and a microphone; and discover how authenticity and vulnerability can captivate your crowd. Led by Story...

11/26/2025

Here's a groovy little storytelling tip for you story lovers!

In storytelling, a little humor goes a very long way. And vulnerability is how the audience connects with you and stays interested. The most important story ...

11/09/2025

Drop right into the action by starting close to the end!

A helpful storytelling tip!Starting close to the end of the story helps the listener engage immediately. I first learned this lesson from Matthew Dicks when ...

09/15/2025

We have room for ONE MORE person in our Friday, 1-4pm CST Writing Room class. Starting September 26th.

This is an exceptional online class in which participants will get to meet a new instructor each week and work on personal narratives.

A UNIQUE WRITING & STORYTELLING CLASS! Led by a rotation of excellent instructors, THE WRITING ROOM features six vibrant weeks of personal narrative writing and storytelling. Each week, participants receive prompts, writing time, custom feedback, and a focused lesson on some aspect of story crafting...

04/18/2025

New classes starting soon!

Storytelling, writing, and more storytelling!

https://storyjamstudio.com

04/03/2025

If you're in the Glenview, IL area, please check out this awesome storytelling basics class which Steph Rogers will be leading!

https://www.hisawyer.com/oil-lamp-theater/schedules/activity-set/1388089?source=camps

03/19/2025

THE WRITING ROOM starts tomorrow!

There are 2 spots open in the Friday group and 1 spot open in the Wednesday group!

TWR is a fantastic class which focuses on the identifying, writing, and sharing true, personal narratives. We feature a different instructor each week.

Become a better writer AND share your life stories. You'll be happy you did!

See link in comments.

11/08/2024

It's very exciting to be celebrating our 10th anniversary!