EPISODE · Dec 13, 2025 · 34 MIN
From Memoir to One‑Woman Show - Telling the Stories That Heal
from The Story Show with Brenda Adelman · host Brenda Adelman
In this powerful conversation, Brenda sits down with storyteller and author Kirstyn Lazur to explore the transformation of deeply held experiences into cathartic art. Kirstyn shares her journey from writing her memoir to working through fear, shame, and family response — and now bringing that same story to life as a one‑person show.Together, they discuss:Why stories aren’t truly finished after publicationHow embracing vulnerability leads to healingWhat it takes to move a story from the page to the stageThe difference between living smaller because of our secrets vs thriving by sharing themThe power of community and witness in storytellingHow the process of embodiment (acting, character work) unlocks emotional expressionKirstyn opens up about writing a memoir filled with spiritual mystery and personal challenge, the intense process of crafting the manuscript, and her release into community and performance. She and Brenda dig into the heart of storytelling as a force for collective healing and personal transformation.✨ Kirstyn one-woman show was developed and directed for the stage by Brenda Adelman.Guest LinksKirstynLazur.com— Kirstyn's official site — Find her book and more about her work thereKirstyn's Book on Amazon — Available through the link on her siteGet Brenda Adelman's Stage-Ready Story Checklist here for FREE and never be unprepared before:https://brendaadelman.lpages.co/stage-ready-story-checklist/For a Limited Time you can also schedule a free Storytelling Activation session with Brenda ($147 value) Go here: https://tidycal.com/brendaadelman/storytelling-activation-30
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In this powerful conversation, Brenda sits down with storyteller and author Kirstyn Lazur to explore the transformation of deeply held experiences into cathartic art. Kirstyn shares her journey from writing her memoir to working through fear, shame, and family response — and now bringing that same story to life as a one‑person show.Together, they discuss:Why stories aren’t truly finished after publicationHow embracing vulnerability leads to healingWhat it takes to move a story from the page to the stageThe difference between living smaller because of our secrets vs thriving by sharing themThe power of community and witness in storytellingHow the process of embodiment (acting, character work) unlocks emotional expressionKirstyn opens up about writing a memoir filled with spiritual mystery and personal challenge, the intense process of crafting the manuscript, and her release into community and performance. She and Brenda dig into the heart of storytelling as a force for collective healing and personal transformation.✨ Kirstyn one-woman show was developed and directed for the stage by Brenda Adelman.Guest LinksKirstynLazur.com— Kirstyn's official site — Find her book and more about her work thereKirstyn's Book on Amazon — Available through the link on her siteGet Brenda Adelman's Stage-Ready Story Checklist here for FREE and never be unprepared before:https://brendaadelman.lpages.co/stage-ready-story-checklist/For a Limited Time you can also schedule a free Storytelling Activation session with Brenda ($147 value) Go here: https://tidycal.com/brendaadelman/storytelling-activation-30
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From Memoir to One‑Woman Show - Telling the Stories That Heal
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