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Speak Easy Hosted by Brian Lafontaine

  • VisArt Video 3104 Eastway Drive Charlotte, NC, 28205 United States (map)

When? April 7th, 2025, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Where? VisArt Video

What? Speak Easy is a Networking Group designed specifically for speakers and those interested in speaking. Whether you are practicing storytelling, preparing for a keynote or actively working on your presentation skills, this is an event to get practice in front of an intimate audience. You may also join us as a spectator if you have aspirations of taking the stage one day.

​Speakers will get the opportunity to work in a safe, supportive, creative environment in a theater style venue that promotes performance and stage presence. We will limit each event to a maximum of 5 open speaker slots.

​If you’re building up the courage to take the stage one day, please register and join us as a spectator!

​Doors open at 6:00 PM for early socializing and networking. The speaking portion of the event will begin at 6:30 PM, followed by more opportunities to connect and chat with everyone after we've concluded with our speaker session.

​Want to wet your whistle or grab a snack? Beer and wine are available for purchase along with an assortment of other beverages and food items in the VisArt Cafe.

Event is 21+

Price? $35

Brian Lafontaine has been a professional storyteller for more than 25 years as an actor, director, coach and voiceover professional working in film, television, theater, podcasts, corporate and event hosting, stand-up comedy, and Improvisation. His superpowers are connection, empathy, and meeting people exactly where they are on their speaking journey.

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