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Meet Usher, a black queer writer, writing a musical about a black queer writer!

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This production is recommended for ages 16+.

Running until 9 September 2023

Run time 1 hour 40 minutes with no interval

Includes interval

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The Pulitzer Prize-winning musical A Strange Loop is heading straight from Broadway to the West End for a timely and hilarious exploration of identity, race and sexuality. Speaking to the heart and soul of every artist and individual who has ever felt like they don't quite fit in, this quirky musical brims with toe-tapping beats, razor-sharp witty lyrics and an unforgettable score.

A Strange Loop is a gloriously vibrant and queer take on one man's unforgettable journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance. Don’t miss out - book tickets for A Strange Loop at London's The Barbican whilst availability lasts! 

About A Strange Loop 

Meet Usher - he’s black, gay and hell-bent on breaking free from his own negative self-perception. Oh, he’s also a writer, one who is struggling to balance his day job with his dreams of penning the next groundbreaking musical - and what better to base it on than his own experiences?

However, his creative process is often the target of an unwelcome group of inner demons that plague Usher with destructive thoughts, ones that threaten to derail not only his artistic vision, but his very sanity.

His story is brought to life on stage in a riotous, straight-talking ensemble performance that will have you doubled over in stitches! This heart-wrenching and witty peek into the mind of a young artist speaks to the sinister grip of self-doubt, as our titular character tries with all of his might to make sense of his own perplexing and dizzying loop.

The cast and creatives of A Strange Loop

This groundbreaking theatrical experience is directed by the acclaimed Stephen Brackett (Be More Chill) and boasts 11 Tony Award nominations, with wins for Best Musical and Best Book. The Broadway production featured Jaquel Spivey as Usher. 

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Enter your own strange loop and discover things about yourself that you didn’t know before! Tickets for A Strange Loop are selling fast!

“I thought it was all the things people always say; ‘Brave, bold, goes where no one has ever gone, but actually, in addition to all this, it’s also an hysterically funny, illuminating, revelatory, moving and remarkable musical. - Bette Midler

“It’s very funny, thought-provoking, and really moving.” - Whoopi Goldberg

“Run, don't walk, to see this fantastic show!” - Cynthia Nixon

Age restriction

This production is recommended for ages 16+.

Running time

1 hour 40 minutes with no interval

Performance dates

17 June - 9 September 2023

Content

Some of the themes featured in A Strange Loop may be triggering to some audience members. We have outlined more information about the themes covered in the production along with support resources. Age guidance for the production is 16+. The production includes explicit language, references to racism, sexual assault, homophobia and scenes of an adult nature. The show uses strobe, flashing lights, haze, smoke and sudden loud noises. This performance includes references to: Racism Racial language Sexual assault Rape Homophobia Suicidal thoughts Domestic abuse HIV stigmatisation Depression

Access

There will be Audio described performances Tuesday 4 July at 8pm and Thursday 3 August at 2.30pm, Captioned Performances Wednesday 5 July at 8pm and Wednesday 9 August at 8pm and Saturday 22 July 2.30pm, and Signed performances Tuesday 11 July at 8pm and Thursday 17 August at 2.30pm. Touch Tour: Tuesday 4 July: 6:30pm – 7pm and Thursday 3 August: 1pm – 1.30pm.

Venue Information

Barbican
Silk StreetLondonEC2Y 8DS