Clare Murphy is a world-renowned storyteller, best known for becoming the proud Director of Story for Mission Critical Team Institute. Having begun her professional career as a talented actress, she utilises her on-stage experience to captivate audiences with her complex stories. Known for covering all kinds of fascinating topics, from Irish mythology to quantum physics, her performances are treasured by audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Now passionate about educating audiences on the power of narrative, Claire has become a popular speaker for events of all kinds.
A natural-born performer, Clare secured her first acting role in Rosie, Slow Dance on the Killing Ground for the Shadow Theatre Company in 1999. Passionate to learn more about the common themes utilised within the acting community, she completed a BA Hon International Degree in English, Spanish, Philosophy, Sociology, and Politics at the University of Galway before becoming the proud founder of Story Night. Admired for her captivating storytelling, Clare was selected to become an International Storyteller for the Crick Crack Club in 2008 and has continued to advance upon her storytelling success ever since.
In 2009, Clare became the renowned founder and Host of Myth Off, a storytelling event where the performers are pitched against each other under a theme and the audience votes on the winner. Alongside this, she is currently working as a Storyteller in Residence for several creative organisations, including the Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture, the University of The Arts London, and the NHS South West Leadership Academy. Since 2020, Clare has served as the Director of Story for Mission Critical Team Institute, allowing her work to go beyond performance into the realms of teaching, training, and consulting.
A leading authority in her field, Clare Murphy is now highly sought-after to attend speaking engagements internationally. With experience performing at multiple world events, including the National Storytelling Festival, the Watch This Space Festival and StorySpark at the Ark, her versatility and professionalism as a storyteller are truly one-of-a-kind throughout the industry. When looking to hire an inspirational speaker to attend your upcoming events, do not hesitate to hire Clare today.
How to hire Clare Murphy
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Clare Murphy for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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Clare Murphy's official speaking topics are listed below:
- The Power of Narrative
- Meaning Making to Transform Teams
- Lessons in The Power of Storytelling and World-Class Communication on Team Performance
- The Power of Story
- The How-To Guide on Powerful Storytelling Skills
- Transformation in Community and Culture
- Story and Aging: How Story Can Nourish Identity
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"Clare is one of the best-received speakers we've ever welcomed to Leaders." - Leaders Performance Institute
"To say the team was inspired was an understatement... there was a total transformation in belief that THEY too could tell great stories and capture the hearts and minds of an audience." - Staffbase
"Clare has inspired many hundreds though both an outstanding workshop series and as curator of the Slow Swimming Club." - NHS Leadership Academy
"Clare will inspire you when you work with her. She has immense capacity to captivate an audience through raw talent and cultivated expertise." - Refugee Action
- 2023 - Creator of Storytelling: A 2-day Foundation course at Brigit's Garden, Galway
- 2021 - Storyteller In Residence at the NHS South West Leadership Academy
- 2020 - Director of Story at Mission Critical Team Institute
- 2014 - Guest Lecturer at the University of The Arts London
- 2014 - Associate with the National Theatre Learning Department
- 2013 - TheatreWorks Trainer at National Theatre Theatreworks
- 2013 - Storyteller in Residence at the Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture
- 2009 - Founder and Host of Myth Off
- 2008 - International Storyteller at the Crick Crack Club
- 2006 - Founder of Story Night
