In 1954, Herko attended a staging of Giselle and became fascinated with the Russian lead Igor Youskevitch. Herko soon decided to pursue a career as a ballet dancer. When Herko told his parents of his decision, his “macho, working-class” father became enraged and beat him.
In 1954, Herko attended a performance of Giselle and became captivated by the Russian lead Igor Youskevitch. Herko then decided to pursue a career as a ballet dancer. When Herko informed his parents of his decision, his "masculine, working-class" father became enraged and physically assaulted him.