As promised, we are having another RoundTable this month due to various scheduling mishaps on my part. That being said, I’ve planned a “hands on” event this time around. Inspired by Italo Calvino’s book, The Castle of Crossed Destinies, this RoundTable will explore the various levels of storytelling using the tarot. The rules are simple: the storyteller cannot use any words, only tarot cards and some minor gestures. He or she can interpret the meaning of the cards however he or she sees fit. The “readers,” or other participants, try to guess the meaning of the story based only on what they see. This exercise demonstrates the various levels that go into understanding a story, from the teller’s original intent to the actual understanding by the readers. I will be providing a “study deck” based loosely on the Marseilles deck. Anyone is welcome to bring a deck they don’t mind sharing.
We will be meeting at the Book People Cafe on Saturday the 28th at 4:30pm. I made a little table sign with the RoundTable logo that will be on display.
Book People
603 N Lamar
Austin, TX 78703
Please RSVP by the morning of the 28th. I look forward to seeing you there!