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Debra Olson Tolar is an accomplished storyteller who has delighted audiences from kindergartners to senior citizens. Her world folktales and personal stories are empowering, educational, and entertaining. Whether telling stories of strong women and girls or tales of wisdom and wonder, her enthusiastic style sweeps listeners into another time and place. According to one reporter, "This talented lady has certainly perfected the art of storytelling. She had us all on the edge of our seats waiting for her words." Debra has shared her stories at the J. Paul Getty Museum, the Los Angeles World Storytelling Festival, and the Texas Storytelling Festival, as well as at many schools, libraries, festivals, women's conferences, meetings, and churches. In addition to telling throughout California, she has traveled to Colorado, Louisiana, and Texas to tell stories and present storytelling workshops. Debra's background includes a B.A. degree in Acting, an M.A. in Communication (both from the University of Northern Colorado) and a Ph.D. (from the University of Denver) in Speech Communication. She is currently a Professor of Communication Arts at Antelope Valley College in Lancaster, CA, where she teaches The Art of Storytelling and Studies in Storytelling. She also conducts workshops for teachers on using storytelling in the classroom, teaches intensive weekend workshops for other storytellers, and conducts private and small group coaching sessions for those who want feedback on their storytelling skills. Check out the artist's website: http://www.DebraOlsonTolar.com Track List: 1. The King's Wise Advisor 2. A Full Measure of Wisdom 3. Lady Ragnall 4. The Stonecutter 5. The King and His Falcon 6. The Stars in the Sky 7. The Hedley Kow 8. Gather Together Suggested CDs:Other Genres:
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