3rd October 2015 – “Beryl- A Romance on Two Wheels” West Yorkshire Playhouse
Target Audience – 12+
In 2014, West Yorkshire Playhouse produced Beryl, a hugely successful play by celebrated actress Maxine Peake, based on the life of Beryl Burton, the Yorkshire woman who became a world champion cyclist in the 1960s
Five times world pursuit champion and thirteen times national champion, Beryl Burton’s accolades include former world record holder, former British record holder, an MBE and OBE.
Beryl was one of the most astonishing sports people ever to have lived – but with her down to earth, no-nonsense approach to life and to success, she remains a mystery. But not anymore. In a fascinating and truly heart-warming production (and you don’t need to know anything about cycling to enjoy it) this funny and moving show tells the story of this remarkable woman.
★★★★ The Guardian
★★★★ The Observer
★★★★ Yorkshire Post
“Maxine Peake’s affectionate sprint through her life presents Burton as true Yorkshire grit.“ – The Independent
