NEWSLETTER
The Production Also Releases New Trailer For The June Engagement At New York City Center
New York, N.Y. (May 21, 2025) – Today, the West End smash hit My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?) announced that they will be partnering with TDF, the not-for-profit performing arts organization, for the production’s June 12 performance at New York City Center. This performance is the first of My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?)’s limited engagement from June 12 until June 15.
As part of this special partnership, 10% of all full-priced ticket sales to the June 12 performance of My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?) will be donated to TDF. The June 12 performance will also be an Open Caption performance, furthering TDF’s efforts towards making theater more accessible. Finally, TDF will continue their ongoing student initiatives of providing students access to discounted tickets, educational programs, and mentorships by providing numerous students in the New York City area with free tickets to that evening’s performance.
“We’re so excited to be partnering with My Son’s A Queer for this first-of-its-kind benefit performance,” said TDF Executive Director, Deeksha Gaur. “Rob Madge’s show has the capacity to change the lives of families, and we’re delighted to be working with such forward-thinking producers to introduce our diverse constituents to the transformational power of theatre.”
The production just released a new trailer giving fans a sneak peek at what they can expect to see at New York City Center this June. The trailer can be found HERE.
To learn more about My Son’s A Queer (But What Can You Do?), fans can follow the show on social @mysonsaqueer. Tickets for My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?) can be purchased online at NYCityCenter.org, by calling 212.581.1212, or in person at the City Center Box Office. New York City Center is located at 131 W 55th St between Sixth and Seventh Avenues.
New York City Center is thrilled to welcome Olivier-nominated writer and performer Rob Madge's triumphant and hilarious celebration of identity, creativity, and the profound bond between a parent and their child. As a child, Rob filled their home with grand performances, transforming into Mary Poppins, Ariel, and Belle with the help of homemade costumes, boundless imagination, and a little technical assistance (and occasional interference) from Dad. Their parents never said no—to a parade in the living room, to a costume change mid-scene, to a dream too big for the space it was staged in.
Now, through a treasure trove of home videos and theatrical magic, My Son’s a Queer (But What Can You Do?) brings those moments to life, celebrating the power of childhood imagination, and the profound impact of parents who simply love.
My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?) is written by Rob Madge, directed by Luke Sheppard (&Juliet), and features songs by Pippa Cleary (The Great British Bake Off Musical). The production also features scenic and costumes by Ryan Dawson Laight (Torch Song at The Turbine Theatre, London), lighting by Jai Morjaria (Othello at Lyttleton Theatre), sound by Tingying Dong (The Crucible at Gielgud Theatre), video by George Reeve (Old Friends), and orchestrations by Simon Nathan (Brexit: The Musical at Edinburgh Fringe).
My Son's A Queer (But What Can You Do?) is produced by Tom Smedes, Heather Shields, Tom D’Angora, Michael D’Angora, and Peter Stern. It was originally produced on the West End by Bill Kenwright and Paul Taylor Mills.
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About TDF
Founded in 1968, TDF (formerly known as Theatre Development Fund) is a not-for-profit service organization dedicated to sharing the power of the performing arts with everyone. TDF’s mission is to engage a broad and diverse audience by removing the financial, physical, and invisible barriers to participation in the performing arts. TDF’s initiatives include the TKTS by TDF Discount Booths; TDF Memberships; the TDF Costume Collection; and TDF Accessibility, Education, and Community Programs. Those Programs include open captioned, audio described, and ASL-interpreted performances; Autism Friendly Performances; the Veterans Theatregoing Program; school programs serving more than 11,000 NYC public school students annually; and partnerships with over 150 NYC community organizations serving 18,000 people in the tristate area. TDF envisions a world where the transformative experience of attending live theatre and dance is essential, relevant, accessible, and inspirational. Theater lovers can also follow TDF on Facebook and Instagram: @tdfnyc.
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