Daughters of Lorraine podcast

Black Queer “Mess” and A Strange Loop

5/27/2025

Daughters of Lorraine

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In today’s episode, Leticia and Jordan discuss the Canadian premiere of A Strange Loop—a co-production between The Musical Stage Company, Soulpepper Theatre, Crow’s Theatre, and TO Live. They re-appraise the musical’s impact in today’s sociopolitical climate.

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