Sydney Opera House Event
We Had a Dream. And It’s Coming True.
Stories That Stir is taking the stage at the Sydney Opera House.
What began as a wild idea is now real.
Join us on 16th Sept 2025 for a night of raw, real, unforgettable storytelling.
This is more than an event. It’s the dream. Realised. Together.
We can’t wait to experience the magic with you.
Six Brave Storytellers. Incredible Impact. Infinite Possibilities.
We’ve invited some of our most impactful storytellers to return to the Stories that Stir Sydney Opera House Stage, to share their 10-minute raw and personal stories, linked to the theme POSSIBILITIES.
A Night of Raw, Real, and Unforgettable Human Connection
How it all started...
Stories that Stir’s first events were held in the art gallery that Joram opened a year prior, with a vision to create a collective art community. Little did he know it would birth another community and our life mission… Stories that Stir.
Joram met his 83 year old artist mentor Ethne Benne while running the gallery, as she facilitated workshops there. They are joining forces and together are each auctioning one of
their most treasured paintings to help fund our Sydney Opera House SHOWCASE event.
Take a look below as Joram shares the vision
"Get your story right, and you can enable change, sell more, and inspire and motivate others. I highly recommend engaging Monica in this journey." Sharon Melamed, Founder,Matchboard
Check out the amazing art pieces from two incredible artists that are being auctioned to fund our Sydney Opera House SHOWCASE event.
The event details...
Whether you’re a longtime lover or a Stories that Stir virgin, this showcase is your invitation to experience storytelling as you’ve never felt it before.
Date: Monday 16th September 2025
Venue: The Utzon Room, Sydney Opera House
Tickets: The Utzon Room offers an intimate setting, only 200 seats.
Tickets are expected to sell out quickly.
"Get your story right, and you can enable change, sell more, and inspire and motivate others. I highly recommend engaging Monica in this journey." Sharon Melamed, Founder,Matchboard
Meet Monica
Monica is one of Australia’s leading educators and speakers on the topic of communication and storytelling.
She has worked in the media industry globally for over 25 years, and has helped thousands of people communicate their story, to an audience of millions.
Monica is the communication whisperer behind global corporations, government sectors, fast growth start-ups and individuals who are creating positive change in the world.
She is the co-founder of Stories that Stir™ Global, an event series designed to break down barriers, stir conversation and inspire positive change.
She helps people tap into their unique why based on their life experiences, and express their story to the world at large, in an authentic and powerful way.
Monica is so excited for you to start story mining and extract the golden nuggets that will help you attract dream clients, team members and opportunities.
Check out the love from our audience...
"This is what it means to be human, to stand in another person’s shoes and see the world through their eyes. Some amazing, compelling stories from brave humans."
Jacqui Pollock
"All the speakers were heartfelt, sincere and powerfully open. Truly a healing night of connection"
Sacha D’Souza
"I laughed so hard and cried like a baby. This is a great space to lift your spirits and your heart"
Higor Rezende
“I’m blown away by the magic that happens when people get together to witness eachother in the sharing of their lived experiences.”
Katrina Sforcina
“These stories don’t just entertain — they connect us, stir us, and remind us what it means to be human.”
Alf Wheeler
“Since being introduced to this event, it’s been a “must go!” in my calendar! An uplifting evening that has inspired me to no end.”
Karen Wong