Of Stars, Bears and the Beginning of Time

Storyteller Riikka Palonen and musician Richard Clarke present an enchanting mythical journey through the celestial origin stories of the Fenno-Baltic tradition.

This performance is an enchanting mythical journey through the celestial origin stories of the Fenno-Baltic tradition. Finnish-born storyteller Riikka Palonen narrates these tales while folk musician Richard Clarke provides musical accompaniment. The stories explore elemental themes, such as the origin of iron or the first oak being cut down, reminding the audience of their connection to the planet.