Brian Hyphen has trained with Momentum Acting Studio in the Meisner Technique, and with the Gaiety School of Acting. His acting experience ranges from TV to theatre, and includes performances at Dublin's Andrew's Lane Theatre and The Crypt with the Dublin Shakespeare Society. He has also performed stand-up comedy in various Dublin venues. Brian is the grandson of renowned Irish accordionist Sonny Brogan, who played with Seán Ó Riada and Ceoltóirí Chualann. Brian has also recorded and played extensively with renowned world music pioneers Suns of Arqa (most recently at the Belladrum Music Festival in the UK). He is also a member of the Society of Irish Magicians.