This Really Happened is a live storytelling evening where participants tell true stories in front of an audience without notes. Selected stories from these live events appear on our website.
Firestarter by Michael Winter
Michael Winter tells the story of an unorthodox wood cabin, an accidental forest fire, and sharing a moment with a girl in a bikini. He told his story live at This Really Happened at WordFest in Calgary on October 16, 2013.
A Looney Tunes Christmas by Todd Babiak
Todd Babiak finds himself about to commit a criminal act in the Army & Navy, fueled by alcohol, grief, and envy of Jim Morrison’s glamorous lifestyle. He told his story live at This Really Happened at WordFest in Calgary on October 16, 2013.
Death, love, and defending the dormitory by Lisa Moore
Lisa Moore tells the story of how a dorm room showdown turns into an opportunity for catharsis. She told her story live at This Really Happened at WordFest in Calgary on October 16, 2013.
The Great Grape Pop Robbery by Craig Davidson
Craig Davidson tells the story of how he learned that theft was in the eye of the beholder. He told his story live at This Really Happened at WordFest in Calgary on October 16, 2013.
Star lineup at This Really Happened, WordFest 2013
This Really Happened, the popular nonfiction storytelling series, is coming back to Calgary’s WordFest on October 16th! With Todd Babiak, Craig Davidson, Ophira Eisenberg, Lisa Moore, and Michael Winter.
TRH at WordFest: Call for submissions
This Really Happened, the popular nonfiction storytelling series, is coming back to Calgary’s WordFest on October 16th. We’re looking for stories on the theme of CRIME AND PUNISHMENT: stories about small offences, divine retribution, or actual felonies.