Laura Deal

Storyteller • Poet • Dream Reader • Laughter Yoga Leader

Building compassion between people

Experienced Teacher

Juxtaprise is a creative writing tool that Laura has developed over two decades of leading creative writing and storytelling workshops. 

Learn more about Laura’s approach to inspiring new ideas.

Storyteller Laura Deal

Captivating Storytelling

Laura’s live performances are entrancing, engaging, and entertaining. She offers shows appropriate for a variety of ages. 

Explore her bio, photo, upcoming events, and a gallery of previous events on her Storytelling page.

Dream Readings

Insightful Dream Exploration

Are you troubled by nightmares? Curious about the images that appear in your dreams? Haunted by recurring dreams? Laura has 24 years of experience with exploring dream symbols, and holds a certificate from the Marin Institute for Projective Dream Work as a Dream Group Facilitator.

Laura Deal is the 2024 recipient of the
J.J. Reneaux Emerging Artist Award.

She tells stories:

  • Traditional
  • Personal
  • Historical
  • Original Stories
  • To Children and Adults

Her wide-ranging repertoire includes:

  • Lies
  • Wisdom Tales
  • Family stories
  • Living History Portrayal of Marion Woodman

Her workshops are grounded in her motto, “The rules are set in play dough!”

Laura loves all her pursuits for the same main reason, which is that they all build compassion between people. Connect with Laura and learn more.

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Awards and Recognition

“A gifted writer and performer, Laura Deal brings vivid words and images, engaging presentation, spatters of humor, and much wisdom and kindness to her storytelling.”
Laura Deal at microphone, telling stories Photo credit Brenton Kirkhart
From the announcement of the J.J. Reneaux Emerging Artist Award for 2024.
by Artists Standing Strong Together and National Storytelling Network