Hosted by The Sleigh Society
CPW#2: Advanced Storytelling and Character Work in Atlanta, GA
Oct 2-4, 2026
CPW #2 Advanced Performance: Storytelling & Character Work is an immersive, hands-on workshop designed for Christmas performers who want to take their character to the next level. Building on the foundation of CPW #1, you’ll explore the art of storytelling, strengthen your performance skills, and develop the confidence to create unforgettable moments for every audience. Through coaching, collaboration, and practical exercises, you’ll discover how to bring your unique North Pole character to life and create meaningful stories that families will remember long after the season ends.
What You’ll Learn
Through hands-on coaching, interactive exercises, and collaborative learning, you’ll strengthen your storytelling, character development, and performance skills in a fun, supportive environment. You’ll create original stories, develop meaningful backstories, refine your character voice and presence, and gain practical techniques that help you create authentic, memorable experiences. Whether you’re portraying Santa, Mrs. Claus, an Elf, or another Christmas character, you’ll leave with fresh ideas, greater confidence, and creative tools you can use throughout the holiday season—and beyond.
This is a workshop like no other!
General Schedule
- Friday, Oct 2, 2026, 9 AM-5 PM – Special Lectures (TBA) – lunch included, possible planned dinner outing (pay for your own meal)
- Saturday, Oct 3, 2026, 9 AM-5 PM – Day One – lunch included, dinner on your own (pay for your own meal)
- Sunday, Oct 4, 2026, 9 AM-5 PM – Day Two – lunch included
Two days of classes, workshops, and roundtables. Networking and fellowship. Saturday and Sunday lunches, beverages, and snacks. Planned dinner outing Saturday evening (pay for your own meal).
Class Tuition: Pricing
- Single Registration $300 – includes a total of three lunches (one per day per person)
- Double Registration $500 – includes a total of six lunches (one per day per person)
Travel, lodging, and extra activities are not included in the registration.
Registration Notes
- Space is limited to 75-participants. There will be information on how to create a registration account emailed to you after you register. Registration will be open as long as there are spots available. There is a waitlist available to continue registering attendees once the event is full.
- There is an option to buy a Purchase Protection Coverage policy from a 3rd party company that covers your registration fee only if you should need to cancel based on the policy criteria. SEE THE POLICY INFORMATION ON THE REGISTRATION FORM. You must purchase it during registration, it cannot be added later. The Sleigh Society, Inc is not responsible for this coverage. There is also an option for you to transfer your registration to another person. You would log in to your registration account to do this yourself.
- Please note, registration for the workshop does NOT include hotel reservations. Book your hotel room here: https://www.thesleighsociety.com/hotel
CPW Training Decks will be available for purchase at the workshop at a discount (and are not included in registration). Purchase of decks is optional.
Venue and Hotel
Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center
500 Powder Springs Street
Marietta, GA 30064
Phone: 770-427-2500
Room Rate: $179/night (taxes not included)
$15/day Overnight Parking Fee
Daily Visitor Parking is FREE
Breakfast NOT included
How to Register for the Workshop
- Step One: Reserve your spot in the workshop today! Registration Now Open
- Step Two: Complete the Advanced Registration Survey to ensure you get your workshop graduation certificate.
- If you are having a hard time with the survey, please go to this page instead: Advanced Survey – Email Questions and email us at santa@santatrue.com with your answers.
Advanced Pre-Workshop Survey
