Calum Lykan Storytelling
Storyteller, Emcee
Entertainer for One and All
Weaver of Dreams, Slayer of Boredom...
"I love to tell stories, it's my passion and my world. And what I love most is a challenge. Give me a theme, a concept, an emotion and then I will give you a story"
From Storyteller and Master of Ceremonies to Voice Artist, Public Speaker, and Tour Guide—Calum Lykan brings a vibrant blend of charisma and craft to any stage. Internationally recognized, he's the full package when it comes to captivating an audience.
Raised amidst the legends and lore of the Ayrshire countryside, storytelling was never on the original roadmap. My path first wandered through careers as a butcher, a banker, business development, and regional managment—roles rooted in spreadsheets and suited silence, far from spotlights and storytelling stages.
If you ask me what sparked the change, I’d do what I do best: tell you a tale. A story filled with stage fright, heartbreak, and the sacrifices it took to redefine a life. My journey from boardrooms to Fringe Festivals led me to an apprenticeship in the heart of storytelling itself—the Scottish Storytelling Centre in Edinburgh.
Storytelling unlocked doors I never imagined. It took me across borders, introduced me to incredible people, and gifted me with unforgettable adventures. Today, I’m proud to call the bonnie province of New Brunswick, Canada, my home—a long way from Burns Country, but every tale I tell carries a piece of it with me.
As a professional Storyteller, I offer a unique and unforgettable performance that draws on a rich traditional background. Whether your goal is entertainment, education, personal development, or inspiring your team, storytelling delivers meaningful connection and lasting impact.
I bring narrative magic to a variety of settings:
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Dinners & Receptions – Add flair with captivating tales that enchant guests.
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Festivals & Re-enactments – Evoke history and legend with authentic storytelling.School Visits & Museums – Spark imagination and curiosity in young minds.
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Corporate Events & Trainings – Help teams find their voice, build unity, and craft a shared story.​
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Storytelling is ancient, adaptable, and powerful.
Let it transform your event and leave your audience talking long after the final word.
“Loud, brash and crashing through Edinburgh as a Storyteller for years, Calum Lykan is as Big as a bear and subtle as a kilt full of badgers,Grisly, scary, fanciful, engaging and oftimes heroic, his stories are peppered with wee lessons.”​
Michael Dean Dargie, Dropbear & Panda, MD&A INC
