The Blacksmith at the Bridge of Bones ✨

A blacksmith, a boy, a wolf, a serpent queen, and the King's youngest daughter... Join us for an enchanting experience led by the world-renowned storyteller Ben Haggarty (UK). Immerse yourself in a captivating full-blooded fairytale crafted for adults, blending themes of power, knowledge, responsibility, alchemy, and dark magic.

This striking narrative, a distant variant of the legend of Wayland the Smith, dives deep into the profound bond between teacher and apprentice in a realm where rules are not easily cast aside.

About the Performer 🎤

Ben Haggarty is a world-class storyteller who has played a pivotal role in the modern renaissance of oral storytelling since the 1980s. He has graced over a hundred international storytelling festivals and served as the official storyteller for Yo-Yo Ma's Silk Road Ensemble for a decade. He is also the founder of the acclaimed British storytelling platform Crick Crack Club and a professor of storytelling at the University of Berlin.

What People Are Saying 🌟

• ★★★★ Haggarty tells his stories with enormous gusto and relish - The Independent
• ★★★★ Vivid, rich, and imposingly epic - The Times

This performance is a part of the Helgøya Fortellerfestival 2026 and is suitable for ages 12 and up. The language of the performance will be in English. Children under 18 enjoy free admission to all shows. Please note that purchased tickets are non-refundable unless the performance is canceled.