Original Story Premieres – An Evening of Live Storytelling

As part of the FASMA 2026 program, the Santa Ana Theater hosts a distinctive live performance celebrating the art of contemporary storytelling. Presented through a collaboration between San Miguel Playwrights and Art of the Story, this special event brings together eight exceptional writers and eight accomplished performers to present a collection of original works created exclusively for this occasion.

Each story receives its world premiere during this performance, transforming newly written texts into vibrant theatrical experiences through the expressive voices of skilled storytellers. The result is an engaging evening where literature and live performance come together to present original narratives that explore a wide range of emotions, perspectives, and human experiences.

About the Performance

The program features eight original dramatic and narrative pieces written by contemporary authors, each performed by a different speaker whose interpretation gives unique life and character to every story. Together, these performances highlight the extraordinary expressive power of the spoken word while celebrating creativity in its most immediate and intimate form.

Through the collaboration between San Miguel Playwrights and Art of the Story, audiences are offered a rare opportunity to experience brand-new literary works at the very moment they enter the public sphere. Every presentation is a premiere, making each performance a unique encounter between writer, performer, and audience.

Celebrating one of humanity's oldest artistic traditions, this event demonstrates how storytelling continues to inspire, entertain, and connect people through live performance, imagination, and the shared experience of listening together.

What You Will Discover

• Eight original stories receiving their world premiere.
• Live performances by outstanding storytellers and speakers.
• A unique collaboration between San Miguel Playwrights and Art of the Story.
• Contemporary narratives exploring diverse themes and perspectives.
• An intimate theatrical experience celebrating the enduring power of storytelling.

This evening of original premieres offers audiences the rare opportunity to witness new stories as they are brought to life for the very first time. Blending literature, performance, and imagination, it is a celebration of storytelling as one of the most timeless and compelling forms of artistic expression.