UNBREAKABLE: Storytelling for Resilience and Rebirth

In this lecture for the House of the West Wind: College of Storytelling Mara Menzies will share how, in times of enormous upheaval, stories have always been a powerful medium for exploring ways to overcome adversity, bouncing back from setbacks, and becoming bolder versions of ourselves.

Join her to explore how stories of resilience ultimately lead to profound growth, wisdom, and a “rebirth” that transforms and inspires us as we try to make our way out of the darkness and into the light.

Mara Menzies is a multi-award-winning storyteller, performer, and author of Scottish/Kenyan origin. She has shared stories to countless audiences and led workshops in over 30 countries. Her ability to weave narratives that resonate across cultures has made her a sought-after artist and educator on the international stage.

Through her performances, writings, and workshops, she continues to inspire audiences and students alike, igniting their imaginations and fostering a deeper appreciation for the timeless magic of storytelling.

With a passion for preserving and promoting the ancient art of storytelling, she has dedicated her career to ensuring that this powerful tradition remains vibrant and relevant in the modern age. She is currently creating a story trail through an ancient baobab forest in Kenya where she aspires to place value back on Kenyan stories and make them accessible to anyone who seeks them.

She won the prestigious Stage Award for Performance at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2022 and her debut novel “Blood and Gold” was awarded the Saltire Society’s Scottish Book of Fiction Award 2022.

Find out more about Mara here: Instagram – Facebook – Website

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