The Beauty of Being Herd
Back by popular demand after a sold out show in January.
The Beauty of Being Herd is a one woman play with original songs, clowning and heart, by Leeds local, Ruth Berkoff.
Hannah has had enough, she’s decided to live as a sheep instead.
The Beauty of Being Herd is an hour long show that will take you on an emotional rollercoaster.
“Warm hearted and empathic. Hugely entertaining” – British Theatre Guide
“One of the most memorable hours of time I’ve spent watching a live theatrical play and memorable in a most positive way. Bizarre, bonkers and beautiful. 5*****” – Fairypowered Productions
Audiences say:
“A really powerful experience around the search for human connection”
“Absolutely captivating from start to finish”
“Hilaaaarious”
Suitable for ages 16+
What is it all about?
Mini trailer.
Ruth Berkoff trained at Ecole Philippe Gaulier, alongside Viggo Venn (winner of BGT 2023) and Julia Masli (best comedy of 2023, The Guardian). As well as training in clown and being a pantomime dame for 4 years, she was also a Samaritan for years – quite a mix.
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