Comic + Storyteller
Originally from Mississippi, Ash grew up as a critter-obsessed barefoot tomboy running through the woods. Her comedy and immersive storytelling are rooted in the red clay hills, kudzu-lined highways, and squirrel-infested thickets that she called home. Ash’s work is both tender and feral, blending sharp comedy with emotional honesty.
Whether she’s recounting run-ins with the animals around her, navigating family legends tall enough to shade the county, or digging into the tender, complicated truths of growing up queer in the Deep South, Ash brings audiences into a world that is as heartfelt as it is hilarious.
Ash is a multiple Moth StorySLAM winner and 2025 Best of Portland Comedy finalist, known for her tall-yet-true stories shared on stages across the country. She’s performed at festivals including Pickathon and Hell Yes Fest, bringing humor, heart, and a sharp eye for the absurd to every story.
She hosts Porch Hang, a weekly storytelling radio show with a killer soundtrack, and cohosts Know Homo and ROY G BIV, highlighting the best queer comedy Portland—and beyond—has to offer.
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Story Retreat
Kick off 2026 with Ash Allen and friends for a weekend of creativity and renewal at the Sou’wester Historic Lodge in Seaview, WA. The King’s Tide Storytelling Retreat (January 1–4, 2026) is invites you and nine others to immerse yourself in guided workshops, yoga, sauna sessions, a sound bath, and shared meals—all inspired by January’s rare King Tide, a natural moment of heightened reflection and creative release.
Just steps from the Pacific, the Sou’wester’s vintage charm sets the stage for rest, connection, and inspiration. Your $350 fee includes all meals, workshops, and activities, plus an exclusive artist lodging discount shared after registration.
The weekend culminates in a storytelling showcase under the full moon in the historic lodge, where every participant is invited to share their story. A live band will follow the showcase.
