This year, we celebrate 250 years of The American Dream — two and a half centuries of being tantalized by the possibility…of possibility.
This spring, The Moth Mainstage brings an evening of unforgettable storytellers digging into the American Dream. Does it even exist anymore? FOR WHO? What happens when that dream rubs up against reality? What happens when it’s dashed or deferred? And what happens when the dream comes true?
Mainstage Events
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The Moth Mainstage in Tarrytown
Venue: Tarrytown Music Hall Map It
7:00pm Doors Open | 8:00pm Stories Begin
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This Spring, globally beloved storytelling institution, The Moth, is bringing its Mainstage show to Tarrytown. For ONE night, 5 seasoned storytellers will share extraordinary, true stories that dig deep into the idea of the American Dream.Does it eve... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Traverse City
Venue: City Opera House Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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This Spring, globally beloved storytelling institution, The Moth, is bringing its Mainstage show to Traverse City. For ONE night, 5 seasoned storytellers will share extraordinary, true stories that dig deep into the idea of the American Dream.Does it... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Cleveland
Venue: Mandel Concert Hall - Severance Music Center Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:00pm Stories Begin
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This Spring, globally beloved storytelling institution, The Moth, is bringing its Mainstage show back to Cleveland.For ONE night, 5 seasoned storytellers will share extraordinary, true stories that dig deep into the idea of the American Dream.Does it... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Somerville
Venue: Somerville Theatre Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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This Spring, globally beloved storytelling institution, The Moth, is bringing its Mainstage show back to Somerville.For ONE night, 5 seasoned storytellers will share extraordinary, true stories that dig deep into the idea of the American Dream.Does i... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Portsmouth
Venue: The Music Hall Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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This Spring, globally beloved storytelling institution, The Moth, is bringing its Mainstage show to Portsmouth. For ONE night, 5 seasoned storytellers will share extraordinary, true stories that dig deep into the idea of the American Dream.Does it ev... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in DC: AMERICAN DREAMS
Washington DC, District of Columbia (DC)
Venue: National Building Museum Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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By popular demand, The Moth Mainstage returns to DC this June with a night of unforgettable stories. For one night only, five extraordinary storytellers will share true tales exploring the theme of American Dreams. Do they even exist anymore? For who... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Green-Wood Cemetery
Venue: The Green-Wood Cemetery Map It
7:00pm Doors Open | 8:00pm Stories Begin
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This Spring, globally beloved storytelling institution, The Moth, is bringing its Mainstage show back to New York City's Green-Wood Cemetery. For ONE night, 5 seasoned storytellers will share extraordinary, true stories that dig deep into the idea of... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Denver: AMERICAN DREAMS
Venue: Paramount Theatre, Denver Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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By popular demand, The Moth Mainstage returns to Denver this June with a night of unforgettable stories. For one night only, five extraordinary storytellers will share true tales exploring the theme of American Dreams. Do they even exist anymore? For... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in St. Paul: AMERICAN DREAMS
Venue: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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By popular demand, The Moth Mainstage returns to St. Paul this June with a night of unforgettable stories. For one night only, five extraordinary storytellers will share true tales exploring the theme of American Dreams. Do they even exist anymore? F... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Houston: AMERICAN DREAMS
Venue: Cullen Performance Hall Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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For the first time ever, The Moth Mainstage is coming to Houston with a night of unforgettable stories. For one night only, five extraordinary storytellers will share true tales exploring the theme of American Dreams. Do they even exist anymore? For ... Learn More
Moth Events
Mainstage
Curated events featuring five tellers who develop and shape their stories with our directors. Beyond theater, The Moth Mainstage is a community where entertainment and enlightenment merge.
StorySLAM
Open-mic storytelling competitions. Open to anyone with a five-minute story to share on the night’s theme. Come tell a story, or just enjoy the show!
GrandSLAM
The Moth GrandSLAM championship features local winners from recent StorySLAMs, competing for the ultimate title. These storytellers work with Moth directors for a night of memorable tales.
Special Events
Each year The Moth presents two benefits featuring a special show and party: The Moth Ball and the Moth Members' Show.
Education
The Moth's Education Program events showcase high school and college students who have participated in Moth workshops in their schools.
Community
Showcases of storytellers from a wide range of populations, community organizations and non-profits.
Global Community
The Moth's Global Community Program presents special Mainstage and showcases featuring personal stories from extraordinary individuals in the global south.
SLAM Showcase
SLAM Showcases feature beloved stories from our popular StorySLAM series presented a new!
Community StorySLAM
The Moth's Community Engagement Program presents annual Community StorySLAMs where anyone can share a true personal story on any theme!
Moth Ball
The Moth Ball is our most important fundraiser of the year! The evening will include a cocktail party, an elegant seated dinner, Moth storytellers, and a presentation of The Moth Legacy Award and the Storyteller of The Year Award.