What Huntington's tells us about living.

Some people try telling stories on stage after discovering popular storytelling podcasts. A personal mission draws others, such as the quest to find a cure for Huntington's Disease (HD).

In May 2022, Stellar Story Company co-produced a live storytelling event with the Huntington's Disease Society of America for Huntington's Awareness Month. The event featured six people sharing true, inspiring stories about how Huntington's has impacted their lives.

While each volunteer had experience speaking about HD in different forums, storytelling on stage was new to everyone. Stellar’s coaches helped each person craft a story that blended information about HD with universal truths about what is most important in life, like the value of time, avoiding stereotypes, and love.

Charles King's story was particularly impactful. He recounted his and his wife's journey to become parents following his HD diagnosis. Taking the audience through unimaginable trials and tribulations, he reinforced the importance of not letting DNA dictate personal dreams and how, in his words, "family is everything." 

Live storytelling offers many benefits to nonprofits, including raising critical funds to sustain the work and inspiring the public to support their mission.

Contact Stellar to learn about our event services.