The First Jew In Canada: A Trans Tale

The Incredible True Story Of Jaques LaFargue, The 18th Century Transgender Jewish Ancestor You’ve Never Heard Of!

In 1738, a young transgender man named Jacques LaFargue set off from France to what is now Quebec City, determined to make for himself a new life. The First Jew In Canada: A Trans Tale is his story, embroidered onto the bones of nine verifiable facts about his life and existence, interwoven with the modern experience of a trans and Jewish immigrant to Canada three hundred years later. A thrilling and illuminating tale, The First Jew In Canada takes its audience on a trans, Jewish journey of optimism, faith, and joy - including the joy of finding an ancestor you never knew you had.

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“absorbing… amusing…a richly textured story about two remarkable lives.” - Toronto Star, Critic’s Pick

“skillful…deeply affecting…funny and sad and sweet and difficult and true, a “Bear” hug of a show” - Broadway World

“The best solo show I have ever seen! People should rush out to see this… brilliant writing, incredible performance.” - Cup Of Hemlock Theatre Podcast

“Puts the trans in transcendent…a solo show with a sense of heart and honesty that’ll leave your cheeks wet and your chest warm. -Intermission Magazine