Performers at previous Artifact Event. Photo courtesy of Caro Granner

Story Jam’s next storytelling show—in a series of monthly shows at Artifact Events

—will take place Wed., July 27, at 7:30 p.m. at 4325 N. Ravenswood Ave.

“Living Truth: True Stories” is a storytelling collaboration with musicians and dancers

from Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre.

Story Jam is known for crafted personal stories and musicianship, and bringing

energy, social awareness and diversity to the Chicago storytelling scene. Cerqua Rivera is a multicultural collective of artists who are passionate about communicating personal narratives through multiple art forms, with a focus on the intersection of heritage, culture and identity.

Other scheduled shows include:

—Wed., Aug. 31: “Story Jam Solo,” featuring four solo show artists and four musicians

—Wed., Sept. 28: World-renowned cellist Ian Maksin interprets personal stories

—Wed., Oct. 26: Open-mic storytelling with improvising songwriter Zach Duenow

—Wed., Nov. 30: You’re Being Ridiculous & Story Jam present a “Night of Humor.”

All shows have a pay-what-you-can option. See http://StoryJamShow.com.