UH to present Irish storyteller Niall De Burca at Orvis Auditorium in July

MANOA — The University of Hawaii will present world-renowned Irish storyteller Niall De Burca at Orvis Auditorium on Saturday, July 2. He was raised in Galway and displayed a talent for narrative from a young age. At home he has featured in theatre, radio and at many festivals including Féile Earraai, the CS Lewis Festival, and The National Children’s Book Festival. Abroad he has performed and held workshops in countries as diverse as Poland, Argentina, Italy and The Netherlands.

Niall also spent many years living in New Zealand. His experiences as an emigrant there have had a major influence on his work and performance style.

Recognized for the diversity of his stories and with an ability to reach all ages, Niall is a familiar figure to many Irish children through his innovative school programmes. His “Storytelling As A Tool Of Education” workshops are highly recommended by educators. In May 2002 he received a Medal Of Excellence from the Heidleberg school district in Germany for his work with young authors.

For more information, call 956-8246 or visit www.outreach.hawaii.edu/community.