It’s 2026, and King Herod is leading a self-development pyramid scheme. You remember Herod, the biblical despot and enemy of Jesus? That’s right: he’s done the work, he’s reached inside and by God, he’s got a wellness program to show for it. Expect frivolity, shock and redemption in a process which asks the big questions: Who can we really trust? What are eggs? Why are you crying?

In a post-truth world punctuated by conspiracy, division and collapse, it’s time to forgive… yourself. Healing King Herod reached critical acclaim at its Edinburgh run, following its preview at Soho Theatre and sold-out run at VAULT Festival 2023. It was nominated for Show of the Week and was the recipient of Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Keep it Fringe fund. The world has changed a lot since then. Join Herod in a revamped hour of transformation.

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Additional information

Duration: 60 mins

Age guidance: 16+

Content warning: References to trauma. References to the Bible and biblical infanticide. Use of haze. Use of strobe. Use of food (jam and gluten-free jam tarts).

This show is part of the Out There Fringe Fest’26 programme, ​supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England​.

The South West’s first queer fringe festival is back for its second year​ – a​ bold and empowering celebration of queer arts and culture.

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Venue: Studio 1, Exeter Phoenix

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