Evan McGuire explained

Evan McGuire (born 1995 in Claregalway) is an Irish voice actor, athlete, drama player and music teacher.

McGuire made his debut in Arts when he acted as voice actor in the Oscar-nominated animation film The Secret of Kells. His voice gave shape to the protagonist "Brendan".^{[1] [2] [3]}

Evan McGuire is also an avid drama player and a qualified piano teacher.^[1]

During the "Powerade On Your Marks"-games in the Olympic Stadium in London, on 4 May 2012 he has set the first ever stadium record on the 100 metres. McGuire took part in the games under guidance of Derval O'Rourke.^{[1] [4]}

Notes and References

1. News: Irish teen Evan McGuire powers to Olympic record. Alison. Bray. Irish Independent. 5 May 2012. 6 May 2012.
2. http://www.animationinsider.net/article.php?articleID=1754&document=2 'Brendan and the Secret of Kells' Animation Film at Annecy '08
3. http://www.salon.com/topic/the_secret_of_kells/ "The Secret of Kells": Oscar’s dazzling Irish surprise
4. http://www.athleticsireland.ie/content/?p=24697 Evan McGuire first to qualify to run in London Olympic Stadium