The Moth StorySLAM is an open-mic storytelling competition in which anyone can share a true, personal, 5-minute story on the night's theme. Sign up for a chance to tell a story or sit back and enjoy the show!

Tonight’s theme is…

YES, CHEF!: Prepare a five-minute story about what's cookin'. The mouthwatering, the palatable or the burnt to a crisp. Takeout, delivery or microwaving a frozen dinner. Taking or giving orders and tempers that rival the heat of the open flame. From Grandma's secret recipe to Dad's killer barbecue, top ramen or top sirloin -- grab that apron or grab a plate. If you can't take the heat...

Doors Open: 6:00 PM

Show Starts: 7:00 PM

Tickets for Berkeley StorySLAMs go on sale 3 weeks prior to the show date at 12 PM PT. Seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the show. Admission is not guaranteed for late arrivals. All sales final. As many as 10 tickets may be available at the door for all of our StorySLAMs on a first-come, first-served basis.

With support from KQED.