“LOVED IT. The storytelling theory is like a toolkit — there’s so much to draw from. I’d love to have the theory as a physical reference; it’s so universally valuable. 10/10 useful.”
After over a decade of telling tales, we bring Irish myths to life through live music, storytelling workshops, and engaging online courses. We will make you laugh, make you cry, and maybe even make you roar.
We believe stories are for everyone and can be told by anyone. For thousands of years, mythology has been the heartbeat of Ireland, told around fires, in kitchens, and across generations. We carry that tradition forward with a style that is vibrant, musical, and alive.We create podcasts, performances and workshops that are designed for:
Develop your own storytelling skills with our online courses. Join our short-form crash course, ‘Answer the Noble Call,’ or explore the traditions of the Celtic Wheel of the Year in our year-long program, ‘Turning the Wheel Together”.
Gabhra - Fianna Saga (Irish Mythology Podcast)
The Boar - Fianna Saga (Irish Mythology Podcast)
The Rise of Niall of the Nine Hostages - The King and The Cailleach (Irish Mythology Podcast)
Who is the Irish God of Love | EXPLAINED
The Drop - Fianna Saga (Irish Mythology Podcast)
The Birth of Niall of the Nine Hostages - The King and The Cailleach (Irish Mythology Podcast)
The Wedding - Fianna Saga (Irish Mythology Podcast)
Dagda & The Morrigan - F**ked Up Love Stories (Irish Mythology Podcast)
Fionn and Sadhbh - F**ked Up Love Stories (Irish Mythology Podcast)
The Lady of Gollerus - Irish Mythology Podcast (Live Show)
Samhain Reflections - Irish Mythology Storytelling - Episode 264
Episode 161 Rebirth Post Series Chats with Aron & Neal Hegarty
Samhain - The Fear Dearg - IRISH MYTHOLOGY STORYTELLING PODCAST - Ep 63
Samhain - The Piper & The Púca - IRISH MYTHOLOGY STORYTELLING PODCAST - Ep 62
Samhain - The Dearg Due - IRISH MYTHOLOGY STORYTELLING PODCAST - Ep 61
The Story of Kilstifeen - Post Show Chat - IRISH MYTHOLOGY STORYTELLING PODCAST - Ep 58
The Story of Kilstifeen - Aindrias de Staic - IRISH MYTHOLOGY STORYTELLING PODCAST - Ep 57
Episode 56 - Conaire Mór - Post Show Chat - Live Stream
Episode 54 - The Woman King - Post Show Discussion Live Stream
Episode 52 - Niall of the Nine Hostages - Post Show Discussion Live Stream
Niall of the Nine Hostages - IRISH MYTHOLOGY STORYTELLING PODCAST - Ep 51
King Mongan - IRISH MYTHOLOGY STORYTELLING PODCAST - Ep 49
The Conception of Mongan - IRISH MYTHOLOGY STORYTELLING PODCAST - Ep 47
The Battle of Ventry - Post Show Chat - IRISH MYTHOLOGY STORYTELLING PODCAST - Ep 46
The Battle of Ventry - Part 4 - IRISH MYTHOLOGY STORYTELLING PODCAST - Ep 45
This core workshop dives into the “biochemistry of storytelling,” exploring archetypal structures and the craft of narrative. Participants practice performance skills, improvisation, and memory techniques, culminating in a group story circle.
This immersive, game-based workshop uses collaborative storytelling to build a fictional world. As the world faces challenges, teams must work together to solve problems, fostering communication, strategic thinking, and adaptability.
A unique and immersive learning experience that uses a mock trial and the principles of ancient Irish law to explore modern concepts of justice, ethical reasoning, and restorative conflict resolution.
This core workshop dives into the “biochemistry of storytelling,” exploring archetypal structures and the craft of narrative. Participants practice performance skills, improvisation, and memory techniques, culminating in a group story circle.
“LOVED IT. The storytelling theory is like a toolkit — there’s so much to draw from. I’d love to have the theory as a physical reference; it’s so universally valuable. 10/10 useful.”
“Fusing together the (personal) facts, Irish story-telling and some well-inserted humour, the performance made the event very special, very Irish and very memorial!”
“Their understanding of the requirements of the group and their ability to motivate and encourage My Streets trainees has been important.”
“Once I attended Shadows of the Tain and that experience has changed my perception of theatre and storytelling completely. It was deep, intense and impossible to forget.”
“Oh, how they tell their tales… The first time I ever heard them, they had me catching my breath in suspense, laughing and crying. So, naturally, I keep coming back for more.
We bring Irish myths to life through live performance, creative workshops, and immersive online content.
Candlelit Tales was founded by sibling storytellers Aron and Sorcha Hegarty. As kids, Sorcha would tell Aron stories on long bus rides, a passion that grew into a shared love for Irish mythology and live performance. This journey began with a near-empty room above a Dublin pub in 2014, but by the fourth week, the hall outside was full. Since then, we’ve developed a uniquely expressive, naturalistic, and modern style of storytelling.
We bring Irish myths to life through live performance, creative workshops, and immersive online content.
Candlelit Tales was founded by sibling storytellers Aron and Sorcha Hegarty. As kids, Sorcha would tell Aron stories on long bus rides, a passion that grew into a shared love for Irish mythology and live performance. This journey began with a near-empty room above a Dublin pub in 2014, but by the fourth week, the hall outside was full. Since then, we’ve developed a uniquely expressive, naturalistic, and modern style of storytelling.
Féile Solas Interview
Candlelit Tales June 7, 2026 11:01 am