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Beginner4+ players~10 min
Back Line Narrative
A group creates a shared narrative standing in a line, one sentence at a time.
StorytellingGroup DynamicsListeningBeginner-FriendlyShort-Form
About
The group stands in a line facing the audience. They collectively narrate a story, with players stepping forward one at a time to add a sentence. No player 'owns' the story - it belongs to the group.
How to Play
- 1
Group stands in a line. Get a simple story title or opening from the audience.
- 2
One player steps forward and says the first sentence, then steps back.
- 3
Another player steps forward and continues the story.
- 4
Anyone can step forward at any time. There's no set order.
- 5
Avoid stepping forward if someone else is already coming forward.