“If we are talking rock and roll, Tina Turner was a national treasure; country has Dolly Parton; and in the world of storytelling, we have Kim Weitkamp.” Steve Perry, Highway 89, Sirius XM Storyteller
Storyteller Kim Weitkamp has 10 award-winning albums, executive produced and/or designed 32 albums for other performers and has hosted an award-winning morning show for a tri-state radio network. She joins us in the Sunset Lounge for a special Halloween event featuring some of her most-requested darker stories, speckled with her signature sense of humor and accented with live music.
Weitkamp’s darker stories are some of her most requested pieces all year long, not just around Halloween. Even more surprising is the fact that the audiences find themselves laughing in the oddest of places. Kim’s comedic abilities are on display as she carefully tucks moments of laughter into her darker pieces. A simple and effective way to give the audience a moment to breathe. The best surprise of the night is when she pulls out her guitar and, with a haunting but milk and honey voice, closes several pieces with music.
Weitkamp is never gory or insanely violent, but always quirky, surprising, and psychologically unnerving. Women spin off their skin, children rise from frigid waters, and head bones rattle in their graves. This event is not recommended for children under the age of 13.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Never one to be boxed in, Kim Weitkamp’s wandering and curious mind is on display for all to see through her award-winning stories, songs and writing. Sam Payne, host of SiriusXM Appleseed Radio stated that, “Now, more than ever, we are seeing Kim Weitkamp the writer.” Her tales and songs are well crafted and the boundaries of your mind and even your heart will always be expanded. She does all of this with impeccable comedic timing.
Kim grew up in Amish Country as the middle child of exhausted parents. Labeled by teachers as high-spirited and too talkative, Kim took those comments and channeled them into a lifetime of high-energy, heartfelt and hilarious artistry and we are better for it.
Kim performs at festivals and theaters around the country, has written an award-winning folk operetta and has been a guest editor and contributor for various publications. She was awarded the 2024 Ohio for the Arts Grant as an artist mentor, was nominated for the Blue Ridge Excellence for the Arts award, and awarded the prestigious Leadership in Communication Award by Toastmasters in Washington, D.C. Add to that an armload of award for her story and song albums.
She has been honored with leadership and speaking awards for her coaching/speaking work with internationally known companies like Purina, Liebherr, Grifols, and Edward Jones as well as nationally recognized non-profits like, Feeding America, Habitat for Humanity and Conflict Resolution Centers. Learn more at https://www.kimweitkamp.com/
Details
Make it a special evening with dinner and the show.
The performance is in the spectacular Sunset Lounge of the Field Hall. The huge glass wall gives views of Port Angeles harbor and the strait of Juan de Fuca. The lounge has relaxed seating around tables, there is a full bar where you can purchase wine, beer, Halloween themed drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages. Come early (6:30ish) and have dinner prepared by the Field Hall’s resident chef. Bring some friends, and enjoy a fabulous night out.
Tickets
Get tickets for Kim’s performance. Click this button to go to the Field Arts Hall website, and scroll down until you get to Kim’s performance.
Storyteller’s Workshop with Kim!
Kim makes storytelling seem so natural, but there is great artistry in her performance. We hope you will be inspired to learn more about telling stories yourself. Kim is offering this practical, experiential workshop where you can improve your storytelling, no matter how new or how experienced you already are with telling stories.
Having an idea for a story is just the beginning. The writing, the editing, the telling is where the real beauty shines through turning an idea of a story into a GREAT story. In this workshop we will dive deep into the crafting of your story for telling, how to bring depth to your characters, and what not to do when taking it to the stage.
We will cover how to tell with intention, how to keep digressions and rambling out of the picture…unless planned. Every minute on stage is a gift and when the audience invites you into the pulpit of their life, we owe it to them to bring the best of our story and the best of ourselves.
Before the workshop, a questionnaire will be emailed asking 3 questions. Please respond! This will help me be sure to give each participant targeted guidance and insight.
Workshop Details
Date/Time: Wednesday, Oct. 30th. 6:30 to 8:30pm.
Cost: $50.
Location: Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County, 829 E 8th St, Port Angeles.
