Tales Across Borders is a year-long storytelling and cultural exchange program taking place in Marrakech throughout 2024, during its designation as the Capital of Culture in the Islamic World. Under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohamed the Sixth, Each month, international storytellers from diverse cultural backgrounds join the program, which introduces them to Moroccan-Muslim—and specifically Marrakechi—storytelling traditions while giving local audiences access to global perspectives. All events are free and open to the public, fostering direct engagement between artists and audiences through live performances that encourage dialogue and cultural exchange. Guest storytellers explore Morocco’s oral traditions while sharing stories from their own cultures, transforming storytelling into a space of entertainment, learning, connection, and appreciation. Season 1 positions storytelling as a living global art form that uncovers shared human experiences while honoring distinct cultural identities, strengthening cross-cultural understanding and reinforcing pride in local heritage.

p.s.1 The second season of Tales Across Borders is taking place in 2026 p.s.2 at the end of this page you will find the entire report.