Unexpected Gift
stories from the stage

Special events don't always turn out the way we've planned. But with a little creativity, a dash of humor, and a whole lot of hope, those wrong turns can become unexpected gifts. A surprising gift from her dad changes Mary D'Alba's first big high school dance. Carmine Sarno learns that fatherhood is a nerve-wracking yet also heart-warming undertaking. And Hadi Shavarini brings his Persian touch to an otherwise traditional celebration. Three storytellers, three interpretations of UNEXPECTED GIFT, hosted by Theresa Okokon.

Duration: 26 minutes and 40 seconds

Episode Number: 309

About Stories from the Stage:

Explore the art of storytelling through interviews with the storytellers talking about their craft, their on-stage performances, and comments and stories from the audience.

Theresa Okokon and Wes Hazard host, introducing each episode's theme.


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Mon, Nov 16 9:30 P.M. Truth and Consequences     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Nov 17 2:30 A.M. Truth and Consequences     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Nov 17 10:30 A.M. Truth and Consequences     NH World (11.3)
Fri, Nov 20 5:30 A.M. Truth and Consequences     NH World (11.3)
Fri, Nov 20 11:30 A.M. Truth and Consequences     NH World (11.3)
Fri, Nov 20 2:30 P.M. Truth and Consequences     NH World (11.3)
Sat, Nov 21 1:30 P.M. Truth and Consequences     NH World (11.3)
Sun, Nov 22 10:30 A.M. Truth and Consequences     NHPBS (11.1)
Mon, Nov 23 9:30 P.M. Giving Thanks     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Nov 24 2:30 A.M. Giving Thanks     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Nov 24 10:30 A.M. Giving Thanks     NH World (11.3)
Fri, Nov 27 5:30 A.M. Giving Thanks     NH World (11.3)
Fri, Nov 27 11:30 A.M. Giving Thanks     NH World (11.3)
Fri, Nov 27 2:30 P.M. Giving Thanks     NH World (11.3)
Mon, Nov 30 9:30 P.M. Think Again     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Dec 1 2:30 A.M. Think Again     NH World (11.3)


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