The Moth Mainstage visits approximately 20 cities each year with a curated evening of unforgettable Moth stories fitting each season's theme.
Mainstage Events
Mainstage
The Moth Mainstage in Tulsa
Venue: Cain's Ballroom Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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The Mainstage is the quintessential Moth experience, a two-act show —featuring a musical act— where the storytellers and a notable host share true personal stories, without notes. Experience true stories live as they're recorded for future episodes o... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Chicago
Venue: Auditorium Theatre Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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The Mainstage is the quintessential Moth experience. A two-act show, featuring a musical act, where the storytellers and a notable host share true personal stories, without notes. Experience true stories live as they're recorded for future episodes o... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Atlanta
Venue: Center Stage Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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The Moth is true stories, told live and without notes. The Moth celebrates the ability of stories to honor both the diversity and commonality of human experience, and to satisfy a vital human need for connection. It seeks to present recognized storyt... Learn More
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Truth AND Dare: The Moth Mainstage at the historic St. Ann & The Holy Trinity Church
Venue: St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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Join The Moth for a daring show where for the first time...the tables are turned!On Friday, December 5th at the stunning St. Ann & The Holy Trinity Church, five of our iconic Moth hosts will become the main course.Come see Peter Aguero, Angelica ... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Portland
Venue: Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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Join us as The Moth returns to Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall for a night of vibrant true stories. The Mainstage is The Moth's flagship series, featuring a musical act, notable host, and five storytellers each sharing personal moments from their lives... Learn More
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The Moth in Austin
Venue: Paramount Theatre Map It
6:00pm Doors Open | 7:00pm Stories Begin
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Join us as The Moth returns to the Paramount Theatre for a night of vibrant true stories. The Mainstage is The Moth's flagship series, featuring a musical act, notable host, and five storytellers each sharing personal moments from their lives. Experi... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage in Anchorage
Venue: Atwood Concert Hall Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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This Spring, globally beloved storytelling institution, The Moth, is bringing its Mainstage show to Anchorage. For ONE night, 5 seasoned storytellers will share extraordinary, true stories that dig deep into the idea of the American Dream.Does it eve... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage Live in Harlem
Venue: Marian Anderson Theater at Aaron Davis Hall Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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This Spring, The Moth, returns to Harlem for their iconic Mainstage. For ONE night, 5 seasoned storytellers will share extraordinary, true stories that dig deep into the idea of the American Dream.Does it even exist anymore? FOR WHO? What happens whe... Learn More
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The Mainstage Live in Iowa City
Venue: The Englert Theatre Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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This Spring, The Moth, is bringing its Mainstage back to Iowa City. For ONE night, 5 seasoned storytellers will share extraordinary, true stories that dig deep into the idea of the American Dream.Does it even exist anymore? FOR WHO? What happens whe... Learn More
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The Moth Mainstage Live in Bellingham
Venue: Mount Baker Theatre Map It
6:30pm Doors Open | 7:30pm Stories Begin
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This Spring, The Moth, is bringing is returning to the Mainstage in Bellingham. For ONE night, 5 seasoned storytellers will share extraordinary, true stories that dig deep into the idea of the American Dream.Does it even exist anymore? FOR WHO? What ... Learn More
Moth Events
Mainstage
Curated events featuring five tellers who develop and shape their stories with our directors. Beyond theater, The Moth Mainstage is a community where entertainment and enlightenment merge.
StorySLAM
Open-mic storytelling competitions. Open to anyone with a five-minute story to share on the night’s theme. Come tell a story, or just enjoy the show!
GrandSLAM
After ten StorySLAMs in a city, the winners then compete for the title of GrandSLAM Champion with a brand new story. This is the ultimate battle of wits and words.
Special Events
Each year The Moth presents two benefits featuring a special show and party: The Moth Ball and the Moth Members' Show.
Education
The Moth's Education Program events showcase high school and college students who have participated in Moth workshops in their schools.
Community
Showcases of storytellers from a wide range of populations, community organizations and non-profits.
Global Community
The Moth's Global Community Program presents special Mainstage and showcases featuring personal stories from extraordinary individuals in the global south.
SLAM Showcase
SLAM Showcases feature beloved stories from our popular StorySLAM series presented a new!
Community StorySLAM
The Moth's Community Engagement Program presents annual Community StorySLAMs where anyone can share a true personal story on any theme!
Moth Ball
The Moth Ball is our most important fundraiser of the year! The evening will include a cocktail party, an elegant seated dinner, Moth storytellers, and a presentation of The Moth Legacy Award and the Storyteller of The Year Award.