In 2014, I began experimenting with the ancient art of storytelling and have not looked back since. Below are upcoming performances as well as a list of shows & talks I currently offer. If you are interested in a collaboration or to book a performance, please do not hesitate to contact me. All performances can be adapted to run online.
Coming up soon
Astronomy & storytelling in North Pembrokeshire
Tales of the Winter Sky
An evening of astronomy, storytelling & weather permitting stargazing, with a description of what to see in the winter skies and a recounting of the corresponding stories and myths.
- Wednesday 12th November, Canolfan Llwynihirion Brynberian. Please book here or contact me.
- NEW DATE: Thursday 27th November, Canolfan Clydau, Tegryn. Please book here or contact me.
- Saturday 10th January, Giraldus Centre, Manorbier. Details TBC.
Dancing the Red Moon
A celebration of the Moon and her cycles, at the time of the full moon, with astronomy & storytelling, including a touch of Sci Fi.
- Thursday 4th December, TBC.
- Saturday 3rd January, Canolfan Llwynihirion Brynberian. Details TBC.
- Online, date TBC.
Sirius, Jewel of the Night Sky
Astronomy and myths surrounding the brightest star in the night sky. Prepare to be amazed! February 2026, details TBC.
“We both THOROUGHLY enjoyed each talk by Alice Courvoisier, her story telling was wonderful and especially The Wonders of the Night Sky, she held us all in awe, (she can tell me stories any time) we were entranced!!!!”
“Thank you for the fabulous stories this evening, evocative and inspiring.”
“Thank you! Such a lovely evening and some great stories, music and images!”
Under the Moonlight
Imagine a time with no electric lights, a time when nights were so dark that the familiar face of the Moon was a most welcome sight. People saw many things there: a rabbit; a man; a woman with water buckets and a tree; seas; dust so thin it penetrates everything.
This night, we’ll share tales of the Moon from different epochs and cultures to celebrate its role as light bringer, time keeper, and inspirer of stories.
For more details & past performances, see here.
Stories of the Stars
Take a journey into the night sky as we explore various constellations and hear their stories from different cultural perspectives, with a touch of astronomy.
The content of this our-and-a-half storytelling session can be adapted in different ways: it can focus on who is visible at the time of the performance and (weather permitting) be followed by an observation session; it can be accompanied by the projection of images of the night sky from research telescopes.
For more details & past performances, see here.
Keep the Bear to your Left, Tales from the Odyssey
A retelling of Odysseus Great Wanderings as he travels home to Ithaca following the legendary sack of Troy. On his decade long journey around the Mediterranean, he deals with mighty seas and powerful winds, the whims of the Olympian gods, flesh-eating monsters, bewitching women, the oracle of a dead prophet and a mutinous crew. When he finally reaches home, he has to win his kingdom back.
This show was premiered at Chwelau Gwyllt – Wild Tales, a festival of stories that came to West Wales in July 2025.
Norse mythology
Tonight is a special night. The people have gathered in the chieftain’s longhouse where the fire burns high and bright sending shadows running along the wooden walls. Tonight, the völva – the prophetess – has joined the settlement to remind the people of their lore and warn them of tidings to come. As she settles in the high seat, the women begin to sing the sacred songs that will send her to the world of the spirits. She closes her eyes, and begins to speak.
For more details and past performances, see here.
Stories of Trees
Trees have been on this planet much longer than us and have a life and awareness that we can hardly guess at.
By looking with no other agenda than wonder and curiosity, we gain a growing appreciation and respect for these ancient species.
The tellings of ancient myths and folktales celebrating trees and forests can be interspersed with a touch of biology.
For more details and past performances, see stories on the more-than-human world.
The Nature of Time
Tick tock: The sound of time passing, inevitably, one interval after another. But time hasn’t always been so abstract, so linear, so regular. Join us for an exploration of the concept of time through myths and stories, and a touch of science.
For more details and past performances, see stories about the Big Questions.
Yet there is more, see stories just for fun.
Tales & Shapes 