Join Laurel Ollstein and her students for a captivating program in the Wende’s West Gallery, where the rich tapestry of history comes alive through the power of storytelling. Immerse yourself in the fascinating narratives of Vietnam veterans, a Holocaust survivor, and immigrants from Mexico and Panama, as shared by thirty talented students of Laurel Ollstein from OTIS College of Art and Design.
Through their creative interviews, they have crafted six remarkable books, blending captivating life stories with their own expressive artwork. Experience the magic as performers recite excerpts from these oral histories, while viewing the thought-provoking artwork of the students. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with history, art, and the human spirit.
For the past sevn years, Otis Liberal Arts and Sciences faculty member and established playwright and director Laurel Ollstein has taught the True Stories course she created. This Otis College Creative Action Integrated Learning (CAIL) course connects generations young and old through story-telling, art and creativity. Read about the 2022 True Stories here.
Find out more about this extraordinary program at The Wende Museum.
Last Year’s True Stories Presentation at the Wende
