Best of Valley Voices Story Slam Tickets

Best of Valley Voices Story Slam is a beloved live storytelling series produced by the Academy of Music Theatre in partnership with New England Public Media (NEPM). Since its inception in 2013, the show has spotlighted ten storytellers per slam, each with a five-minute limit, as audiences vote to crown winners and propel the top three to the season finale. Over the years, the series has grown into a multi-channel experience, including a podcast and YouTube videos, offering fans new ways to relive the moment and discover powerful personal stories.

From intimate venues in western Massachusetts to larger stages, this program celebrates diverse voices and first-person narratives, guided by a simple, engaging format: authentic storytelling, a charged crowd, and a clear path to the crown. If you’re looking to experience compelling narratives live, secure your seats for the next show and join the conversation through NEPM’s official channels.

Upcoming shows bring Best of Valley Voices to iconic spaces like Valley Folklore at Iron Horse Music Hall (Northampton, MA), the Shea Theatre Arts Center (Turners Falls, MA), the Academy of Music Theatre (Northampton, MA), and BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity (Florence, MA). Regular slam tickets typically cost the best available price, with the Best Of show around the best available price after fees; some events may offer Card to Culture seats at around the best available price. Follow official NEPM and Academy channels on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for the latest lineups, podcasts, and video content. For the latest tickets, check the venue pages and secure your seats early to avoid missing the next story slam.