What Birds Do

Children’s Show

A show for the whole family that presents, in a lighthearted way, a profound story about accepting those who are different. Inspired by Rakefet Ziv-Lee’s story, Batya Cannot Fly.

Batya, an ostrich, is a bird who does not know how to fly; she does not know how to do all the things birds do.
The forest birds do not see her as a bird and do not invite her to the birds’ party.
Dov’le—her best friend—shows Batya that there are other ways to fly...
Will Batya also discover her own way to fly...?

Ages: 3+
Performance length: 45 minutes
Language: Hebrew
Performer: Smadar Eshet
Direction: Yael Erlich-Morg
Music: Uri Regev
Costume design: Smadar Eshet
Production: House 9 Theatre

About House 9 Theatre

In the heart of the vibrant artery of Haifa’s revitalized Talpiot Market is House 9 Theatre—a unique, intimate, and magical creative home for puppet theatre, object theatre, and the performing arts. The venue combines a performance hall with a unique school for interdisciplinary theatre and puppetry, and serves as a focal point for culture lovers, families, and artists from throughout the country seeking a high-quality artistic experience at eye level.

The complex includes an intimate performance hall that enables maximum proximity between artists and audience, professional artist workshops for learning puppet construction and theatre, and a community gathering space. Every week, the venue hosts high-quality children’s shows, fringe performances for adults, artist workshops, study days, and independent cultural events.