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Bloody Elle – A Gig Musical

“Heart-swelling”

Long ReviewsJun 30, 2021Royal Exchange, Manchester

Lauryn Redding in Bloody Elle. Photo: Pippa Rankin

The Royal Exchange reopens with Lauryn Redding’s warm and uplifting solo show

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