Catherine Walsh (actress)


Catherine Walsh is an Irish actor of stage and screen.

Early life

Born in Cork in 1970, Walsh was educated in the Presentation in the city. She was encouraged in her goal of becoming an actor. She auditioned for the National Youth Theatre and on the advise of one of her directors she then got training in theatre with the Samuel Beckett Centre, Trinity College Dublin.
Walsh's younger sister is the actor Eileen Walsh.

Acting career

Walsh predominantly performs on stage. She has gained a great reputation for her performances with accolades such as the review for her work in Bailegangaire:

Awards and criticism

Best Actress award for her performance in Eden at the Irish Times/ESB Theatre Awards 2001
2013 AIMS/HB Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role, for the part of Felicia in The Witches of Eastwick.

Performances

Stage