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 Princeton
Venue: McCarter Theatre Center 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 Princeton. 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 Troy
Venue: Troy Savings Bank 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 Troy. For ONE night, 5 seasoned storytellers will share extraordinary, true stories that dig deep into the idea of the American Dream.Does it even exi... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Morristown
Venue: Mayo Performing Arts Center 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 Morristown. 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 Los Angeles
Venue: Orpheum Theatre Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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The Moth Mainstage will have back-to-back shows in Los Angeles on April 15th and Irvine on April 16th.Find tickets for The Moth in Los Angeles on April 15th HEREFind tickets for The Moth in Irvine on April 16th HEREThe same lineup, the same story tol... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Irvine
Venue: Irvine Barclay Theatre Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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The Moth Mainstage will have back-to-back shows in Los Angeles on April 15th and Irvine on April 16th.Find tickets for The Moth in Los Angeles on April 15th HEREFind tickets for The Moth in Irvine on April 16th HEREThe same lineup, the same story tol... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Lincoln
Venue: Lied Center for Performing Arts 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 Lincoln. For ONE night, 5 seasoned storytellers will share extraordinary, true stories that dig deep into the idea of the American Dream.Does it even ... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in New York
Venue: Adler Hall at The New York Society of Ethical Culture Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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What you leave as a legacy is not what is etched in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others" - PericlesJoin The Moth for an evening of stories about the things we inherit. What are the gifts we've received from generations before ... Learn More
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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
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.