Watch the three-part series below

8 short clips

on what makes a good story

from a crime reporter

ON NOW!

 

5 short clips

on what makes a good story

from a news editor

ON NOW!

LAUNCHES NOVEMBER 2026

At STO Union, we often work with true stories as the foundation of our theatre projects. In a time when more newspapers are closing, and the line between truth and lies becomes increasingly blurred, we turned to experts in journalism to gain insights into what makes a good story.

This online series features three perspectives: a reporter, an editor, and a reader, each offering their unique take on the craft of storytelling:

  1. The Reporter: Crime reporter Gary Dimmock shares his insights into journalism through a series of short audio reports.
  2. The Editor: Toronto Star editor Keith Bonnell provides his five essential tips on what makes a story resonate.
  3. The Reader: STO Union’s artistic director Nadia Ross on why reading matters.

Watch the three-part series using the links above.

Malamute

STO Union recognizes that its head office in Farrellton, Quebec is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation whose presence here dates back to time immemorial.