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4 Rivers Art Institute
Unlock the Art of
This Summer
Led by renowned master storyteller
DAVID GONZALEZ
Dates
July 10 – 12
Location
Art Society of Kingston
97 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401
Tuition
Sliding scale: $400 – $500 – $600
Participants are responsible for arranging their own lodging.
Schedule
• Friday: Afternoon workshop session followed by an evening performance
• Saturday: Full-day intensive workshop
• Sunday: Workshop continues through 4:00 PM
Workshop Focus
This immersive workshop centers on the Confluence Model of Storytelling, an integrative approach where the rivers of voice, text, gesture, and imagination flow together in dynamic relationship.
Participants will deepen their ability to craft and perform stories while grounding their work in authentic personal intention — connecting technique with emotional truth.
Participant Preparation
Attendees are asked to bring:
• A 5–10 minute story
or
• A portion of a story currently in development
Featuring David’s “Four Rivers of Storytelling” model:
Words, Voice, Movement, and Imagination.
Perfect for aspiring storytellers and seasoned narrators alike. Weave compelling tales that resonate with your audience, using the rich tapestry of language, vocal dynamics, expressive movement, and boundless creativity.
Where Craft, Creativity, and Human Connection Flow Together.
“Expect to be delighted. Expect to be challenged. Expect to leave renewed.”
Our Mission:
To ignite transformative arts training—where technical skill, fearless self-expression, and service to others converge. Through storytelling and the arts, we empower individuals to uncover their voice, connect deeply, and inspire change.
Storytelling with David Gonzalez:
David Gonzalez—award-winning storyteller, performer, and master teacher—invites you to rediscover the ancient art of storytelling as a tool for personal and collective awakening.
What Awaits You:
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Joyful Immersion: Dive into the craft of storytelling through dynamic workshops.
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Unlock Your Voice: Overcome creative barriers and hone your unique narrative power.
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Human Connection: Learn to weave stories that resonate, heal, and transform audiences.