Imagination, storytelling and the importance of wonder | Ollie Oakenshield | TEDxTruro

Writer, performer and storyteller Ollie Oakenshield talks about the magic he has experienced through theatre and nature, how imagination influences reality, how storytelling changes our experiences and the importance of wonder in the face of life’s mysteries. Ollie Oakenshield is a writer, performer and storyteller who creates immersive theatre in wild places. He is a founder member and company director of Cornwall’s Rogue Theatre, whose work mixes rich atmosphere and a highly visual style with instinct, energy and a passion for wild places. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@debbienewman2851]

Amazing! I totally applaud what you & your brilliant theatre group have achieved. We came to see you this Christmas time & we all loved it, it was a magical,immersive & communal experience & i loved every minute of it. You are a light in dark times, Ollie, thank you for bringing magic & wonder to the people.

[@katierushworth5984]

I went to go and see rouge theatre about 3 years ago, and it changed the was i look at theatre. To be honest the way i look at the world. I met this man and he was captivating, in his big intimidating costume, holding a baby and talking to me about the technical aspects of the show. It was one of the best experience of my life and if i didn’t live over 5 hours away. I hope to go back one day. Thank you.

[@Nickype]

This world needs more people like Ollie. He gets it. I love the way he talks its like a poem. I've met this gentleman personally and he live his truth.

[@johnchristopher3544]

Ive been very fortunate to not only see Rogue Theatre shows in Tehidy woods but also to have one to one coaching from Ollie on how to craft & write a performance. He's a generous & warm performer showing real integrity. If you haven't seen any of Rogue Theatre shows then I urge you to go. Wonder, magic & enchantment are a given & there is also dancing at the end for the whole audience, ending in a big party. Rogue hit that "sweet spot" that we all look for in entertainment & they do it at a bargain price in beautiful environments, amazing!

[@traceyupchurch]

Love Rogue Theatre - wonderful stories and brilliant ethos. Also some of my best life memories, watching my children's faces through the years as they walk (and dance!) spellbound through the woods. Thank you, Rogue Theatre.

[@belleretiredaccount]

This remains my absolute favorite TED Talk of all time.

[@kitsonlife906]

Rouge theatre is amazing, we went Tehidy woods 6 years ago for the first time to see you all perform and have been back every year since, it is always fantastic. I become a kid again listening and watching your amazing shows.

[@MissWittify]

Love the bit about the collective consciousness connection. It’s so moving when the performers and the audience are all sharing an intense emotion. Have had many such moments with Rogue

[@tyronehollow2321]

We’ve been three times now, and it’s honestly so good. I’m not a theatre going person and this talk highlights some of the issues I have with the indoor performances. However what Rouge do is genuinely amazing, beautiful and immersive. My kids almost like it as much as myself. The whole experience is brilliant.

[@porlcooper7073]

Brilliant stuff!! Amazing company. Great friends. X

[@ThousandBasher]

Fantastic talk by Ollie, He and I go way back. Having only recently just been to see one of Rogue Theatre's productions, I take my hat off to Everyone involved.

[@morrissmith5218]

Fantastic and well worth sharing. It's an important message that deserves to be heard!

[@bonnet0uk]

Fantastic ted talk!

[@annecrossley8751]

What an insight. Love Rogue Theatre. Xx

[@sallycrabtree9816]

Rogue Theatre has recently become a part of our lives as a family ( age range 5 - 78 years) we’ve just experienced our 4th show which thrilled and delighted everyone! Experiencing such beautiful art in our local woods is simply magical! We totally applaud Rogue.....and as for Old Man Winter.....I’m a bit proud of this Camborne Boy and his troupe!

[@victoriarowan2890]

This is brilliant ollie 💜

[@Insta-brayan__l__]

I really need to watch this for school work help me

[@b7ksy]

old man winter out here what a legend

[@NeilCrowther]

Great talk Ollie!

[@1990calum]

Great speech!

[@georgiak1005]

What a voice

[@aestheticgacha5261]

0 dislikes. I should think so.

[@ScottFranklin-of3nz]

Yeah something like that that was a decent