Solo show 'My Son's A Queer' to premiere on Broadway
Veteran British theatre performer Rob Madge will bring their solo show to New York following an Olivier Award-nominated premiere in London's West End in 2022.
UPDATE: As of February 8, 2024, the Broadway premiere of My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?) has been postponed.
A new solo show My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?), written and performed by Rob Madge, will debut on Broadway this spring following its acclaimed premiere in London's West End. Performances run at the Lyceum Theatre for 16 weeks only beginning February 27. Opening night is March 12.
My Son's A Queer dramatizes Madge's upbringing and how their family explored Madge's love for Disney and theatre — and ultimately, supported their queer identity. With stories, songs, and VHS tapes, Madge shares their story of self-discovery and the crucial role their family's acceptance played in it.
London Theatre's four-star review hailed the show as "a 75-minute celebration of being your best and truest self."
Madge's past U.K. theatre credits include Mary Poppins, Macbeth, Les Misérables, and Oliver! Now, they make their Broadway debut with My Son's A Queer after performing it in London in 2022 and again in 2023. The show earned an Olivier Award nomination for Best Entertainment or Comedy Play.
Luke Sheppard (& Juliet) returns to direct My Son's A Queer, which features songs by Pippa Cleary (The Great British Bake Off Musical). The creative team also includes scenic and costume designer Ryan Dawson Laight, lighting designer Jai Morjaria, sound designer Tingying Dong, video designer George Reeve, and orchestrator Simon Nathan.
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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.”
Is My Son's a Queer appropriate for kids?
My Son's a Queer is recommended for audiences 16 and older. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Is My Son's a Queer good?
My Son's a Queer earned widespread critical acclaim and an Olivier Award nomination in London, and the show brings together multiple veteran theatre talents. Madge's production is a hopeful, life-affirming show about the joys of finding one's true self and having loved ones who celebrate it, too.
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