Noa Baum

Speaker, Storyteller, Author & Coach

Welcome to my website!

In this time of pandemic, we can’t always share physical space.

But we need human connection more than ever, and stories have the power to keep us connected!

 

All my programs – performances for all ages, workshops and author visits – are now available both VIRTUALLY, and IN-PERSON.

You can also order pre-recorded programs – WATCH SAMPLES HERE.

Noa Baum is an award-winning storyteller, author, coach and public speaker presenting internationally for diverse audiences ranging from the World Bank, prestigious universities and congregations, to festivals,  government agencies and schools.

 

Born and raised in Jerusalem Noa offers a unique combination of performance art and practical workshops that focus on the power of stories to heal across the divides of identity and build bridges of peace.

 

Discover the power of story to ignite the imagination, spark innovation, and facilitate connection, communication and collaboration.  

WATCH NOA’S TEDx TALK

Beyond Labels: Bridging Differences Through Storytelling 

HOW I BECAME A STORYTELLER
It’s a long story…
but here is the short version:

“Noa Baum is a world class educator. The transformation I’ve gone through as a storyteller has been life changing. Any leader requiring a deeper understanding of connecting with others will be richly rewarded by working with Noa.”

Chris Costa

Executive Director, the International Spy Museum, DC
Former Special Assistant to the President, National Security Council.

“Noa rivals Anna Deavere Smith in being able to capture the essence of many people in the body of one person… This needs to be heard in every college, every JCC, and every Muslim community center.”

Mary G. Marcus, Ph.D.

Center for Divorce Mediation & ADR, Inc. Tucson, AZ

A FATHER’S GIFT 
The true story of Dr. Bilal Ahmed, a Muslim participant in one of my interfaith workshops:

MY SHIDECH – MY MATCH
I was 29 years old and I was “kaput”, finished in my grandmother’s Yiddish…

New CD!
Winner of Storytelling World Award

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Virtual Classes

ONLINE CLASS on crafting personal narratives!
open to all experience levels


NOVEMBER 2024 CLASS
MONDAYS
  Nov 4, 11, 18 & 25 
7:00 – 9:00 PM EST USA

Register HERE

 

DECEMBER 2024 CLASS
SUNDAYS
  Dec 1, 8, 15 & 22 
9:30 -11:30 AM EST USA

Register HERE

NOA’S NEW PICTURE BOOK
HOW THE BIRDS BECAME FRIENDS

NOA’S MEMOIR
Winner of the Anne Izard
Storytellers’ Choice Award!
A Land Twice Promised
An Israeli Woman’s Quest For Peace

NOW ON AUDIBLE

Invite Noa for an author visit

Publishers Weekly“In this touching and honest memoir, Baum shares the story of how her search for peace informed her life…Baum’s genuine desire to make a difference may well inspire others to do the same.”

Midwest Book Review: “Impressively well written, organized and presented, A Land Twice Promised: An Israeli Woman’s Quest for Peace is a compelling, thoughtful and thought-provoking read.” More Reviews HERE

NOA ON SOCIAL MEDIA