A Strange Loop
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Hell-bent on breaking free of his own self-perception, Usher, a young, gay, Black writer who hates his day job, so writes a musical about a young, gay, Black writer who’s writing a musical about a young, gay, Black writer…a strange loop.
Usher grapples with desires, identity and instincts he both loves and loathes, all brought to life on stage by a hilarious, straight-talking ensemble.
Nominated for 11 Tony Awards, Michael R. Jackson’s blisteringly funny, ‘audacious and uproarious’ (The Guardian) show is a heartfelt and thought-provoking masterwork that uses humour and honesty to explore themes around race and sexuality.
Produced by Trafalgar Productions
Show Run
17th June 2023 - 9th September 2023
Venue
Barbican Theatre
“‘Fat, Black, queer body’ musical is magnificent”
— The Guardian
“A thrillingly strange, playful and hilarious new musical”
— The Standard
“A dazzling look at dating as a gay, black man. Don’t miss it”
— The i Paper
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