More about the Man behind the Myth-telling

About Brian
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Traditional tales for our own times

Brian brings Irish Mythology to Life Through Performances that Connect, and Inspire. His love for these tales from Irish mythology and folklore is absolutely contagious.

Storytelling

The Stories Under the Stories

In addition to performing traditional stories, Brian offers presentations and workshops that serve as explorations into the magic and meaning of myth and folktales. This could be a deep dive into a given Irish story; the role of Irish story in traditional culture; or how and why they still matter here and now.

Keynotes & Presentations
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What Other People Are Saying

Dan Yashinsky

“Brian Walsh is one of my favorite tellers of world mythology, Celtic tradition, and international folktales.  He has a fine ear for the poetry and cadences of the old-time bards and shanachies.”

Testimonials
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Appearances, Podcasts, and Articles

A Familiar Voice in Toronto Storytelling Circles

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A Storyteller’s Dictionary

  A Dictionary shaped exploration of one perspective on the world of storytelling.