'My Son's a Queer (But What Can You Do?)" postpones Broadway run

Q: Who wrote My Son's a Queer?

British theatre performer Rob Madge wrote and stars in My Son's a Queer, collaborating with songwriter Pippa Cleary. The show is about Madge's childhood and family.

Q: Who directed My Son's a Queer?

Luke Sheppard directs My Son's a Queer. He is best known for directing the Tony Award-nominated musical & Juliet on Broadway and in London's West End.

Q: What are the songs in My Son's a Queer?

Pippa Cleary, who wrote the score for a Great British Bake-Off musical in London, wrote the songs for My Son's a Queer. One song that received particular acclaim was the anthemic “We Will Be Loved Anyway.”

The solo play with music, created and performed by Rob Madge, was set to start performances at the Lyceum Theatre on February 27 for a limited engagement.

Gillian RussoFebruary 8, 2024, 05:00

My Son's a Queer (But What Can You Do?) will no longer open on Broadway this season. The show, originally scheduled for a 17-week run at the Lyceum Theatre beginning February 27, now plans to open in the 2024-25 Broadway season.

Rob Madge, a veteran theatre performer in London's West End, wrote and performs this solo show, which already had multiple acclaimed runs in the U.K. My Son's a Queer sees Madge recreate a Disney parade they tried to stage in their living room as a kid.

With original songs (by Madge and Pippa Cleary), elaborate costumes, home video, and more, Madge also celebrates how their family's support and acceptance helped them grow into their queer identity.

A theatre and dates for the future run of My Son's a Queer have yet to be announced.

Photo credit: Rob Madge in My Son's a Queer. (Photo by Mark Senior)

Frequently asked questions

What is My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?) about?

Join British actor Rob Madge in a celebration of theatre, love, and acceptance at their Olivier Award-nominated solo show. With home videos, elaborate costumes, and more, they share how their family's support helped their journey of self-discovery as a queer person.

Where is My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?) playing?

My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?) is playing at New York City Center. The theatre is located at 131 W 55th St, New York, 10019.

How do you book tickets for My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?)?

Book tickets for My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?) on New York Theatre Guide.

Who wrote My Son's a Queer?

British theatre performer Rob Madge wrote and stars in My Son's a Queer, collaborating with songwriter Pippa Cleary. The show is about Madge's childhood and family.

Who directed My Son's a Queer?

Luke Sheppard directs My Son's a Queer. He is best known for directing the Tony Award-nominated musical & Juliet on Broadway and in London's West End.

What are the songs in My Son's a Queer?

Pippa Cleary, who wrote the score for a Great British Bake-Off musical in London, wrote the songs for My Son's a Queer. One song that received particular acclaim was the anthemic “We Will Be Loved Anyway.”

Originally published on Feb 8, 202418:16