The Sofia Presents
IN A NUTSHELL: Storytelling Series
January's Theme: Stories of "Substance"
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IN A NUTSHELL: Storytelling Series
January's Theme: Stories of "Substance"
If you love The Moth, solo theater, stand-up, or just great storytelling, this is your new favorite night out.
Each performance features four different storytellers sharing carefully curated stories that are memorized, thoughtfully crafted, and performed live. With a new theme every month, no two shows are ever the same, making each evening a fresh and unique experience. It’s the perfect choice for a night out with friends, a memorable date, or even the whole family, depending on the theme. Best of all, attending supports local artists and helps strengthen Sacramento’s vibrant storytelling community.
In a Nutshell is hosted and curated by storytelling comedian Keith Lowell Jensen, book editor Amy Bee, and author Aaron Carnes, three friends who want nothing more than to give humans laughter, insight, and the full spectrum of emotion from the absolute best live storytellers in the universe — that’s all. Come and get what you need, human! You deserve to connect, reflect, and celebrate the power of live storytelling. You are welcome here!
JANUARY 23: Stories of "Substance"
FEATURED STORYTELLERS:
SHANE MAUSS: Known for fearless curiosity and humor that goes right to the edge.
KIMBERLLI JOY: Deeply human, grounded storytelling with emotional clarity and heart.
JASJEET DHANOTA: Thoughtful, exploratory stories that reflect nature, consciousness, and the liminal spaces.
KIRY SHABAZZ: An instant crowd favorite - relatable and engaging.
2026 STORYTELLING THEMES:
FEB: "IN DEFENSE OF..."MAR: "ALL YOU CAN EAT"
APR: "TAKE THIS JOB AND %$&!"
MAY: "CULTS, CRACKPOTS & SWINDLERS"
JUNE: "NSFW"
JULY: "BEST IN SNOW"
AUG: "EPIC FAILS"
SEP: "THE LONG WAY HOME"
OCT: "DARK HEARTS"
DEC: "UNRESOLUTE"
Photography credit: Elle Jaye
Doors open 1 hour prior to showtime. This show is All Ages
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