Press

Photo Coverage: 'Holidays Uncorked' / December 15, 2008 / Broadway World

Stories and Wine / July 30, 2007 / Gaper's Block
“Serendipity Theatre Collective's 2nd Story storytellers' series, over the past five years has rehabilitated the storytelling tradition — one hilarious, heart-wrenching or excruciating tale at a time, with generous servings of wine.”

2nd Story Festival / May 17, 2007 / Literago.org
“At 2nd Story Story you get a packed house and a recipe for success that borders on brilliant.”

Amanda Delheimer and Megan Stielstra intervied on Chicago Public Radio's Eight Forty-Eight with Steve Edwards / May 1, 2007 / Chicago Public Radio

Megan Stielstra interviewed on WCKG with Bob Sirott and Marianne Murciano (mp3) / April 2007 / WCKG 105.9

Celebrating wine, words and song / April 18, 2007 / Pioneer Local, Chicago Sun-Times
“Everyone's got a story worth hearing.”

2nd Story a second home to Columbia writers / April, 2007 / Reservoir Magazine
“Columbia’s crème de la crème have all but taken over 2nd Story, a hybrid performance event combining storytelling, wine, and music held at Webster’s Wine Bar.”

2006 and beyond...

Staged Right / November 16, 2006 / TimeOut Chicago Magazine
“2nd Story puts a theatrical twist on the standard reading.”

2nd Story / September 18, 2006 / Centerstage.net
“Storytelling series blends wine, music and reading to the delight of diehard fans.”

Writers' Blocking / April 25, 2006 / Newcity
“Serendipity has found a way to offer a literary evening with wider appeal.”

High on Wine / March 14, 2005 / TimeOut Chicago Magazine
“2nd Story brings together fine writers, fine drinks, and some unpredictable tunes.”