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  • Venue Apollo Theatre, London
  • Performance dates Booking to 3 October 2026
  • Running time 1 hour 5 minutes (no interval)
  • Age guidelines 16+

Celebrating the joy and chaos of raising a queer child

Following sell-out seasons at the Edinburgh Festival and in the West End, My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?) is back in London for a limited season at the Apollo Theatre this autumn.

Written and performed by Rob Madge, the show is a story of hope, acceptance and celebration of the joys and chaos of raising a queer child.

Winner of the ‘WhatsOnStage Best Off-West End Production 2022’ Award, My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?) is a joyous autobiographical story from social-media sensation Rob Madge.

My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?) is playing at the Apollo Theatre from 16 September to 3 October 2026.

What is My Son’s A Queer about?

When Rob was 12, they attempted to stage a full-blown Disney parade in their house for their Grandma. As Rob donned a wig and played Mary Poppins, Ariel, Mickey Mouse and Belle, their Dad doubled as Stage Manager, Sound Technician and Goofy. Unfortunately, Dad missed all his cues and pushed all the floats in the wrong direction. Mum mistook Aladdin for Ursula. The costumes went awry. Ariel’s bubble gun didn’t even work properly. Grandma had a nice time though. 

My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?) is the joyous autobiographical story of Rob Madge as they set out to recreate that parade – and this time, nobody, no, nobody is gonna rain on it!

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★★★★★
“Rob Madge celebrates a happy gay childhood in this quirky, joyous monologue”
TimeOut
★★★★
“Rob Madge’s breakthrough solo show”
Telegraph
★★★★
“A joyful love letter to self-expression”
The Standard

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Performance Information

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Stars and Creatives

Who is in the cast of My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?)?

The show is written and performed by Rob Madge (Millennials, Bed Knobs and Brookmsticks, Mary Poppins, Oliver!, Les Misérables)

Who are the creative team of My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?)?

  • Written and performed by Rob Madge
  • Directed by Luke Sheppard
  • Composition by Pippa ClearyOrchestration by Simon Nathan
  • Mixing by Chris Fry
  • Designs by Ryan Dawson Laight
  • Projection Design by George Reeve
  • Video Engineering by Neil McDowell Smith
  • Associate Sound Designs by Anna Short

Venue Information

Apollo Theatre , Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7ES

Nearest Tube or Train: Piccadilly Circus (Bakerloo line, Piccadilly line)

Nearest Buses: 1, 14, 19, 22, 24, 29, 38, 55, 176

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Critics' reviews of My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?)

★★★★★ “Rob Madge celebrates a happy gay childhood in this quirky, joyous monologue” TimeOut

★★★★★ “The audience reaction to this triumphant return was overwhelming” GayTimes

★★★★ “Rob Madge’s breakthrough solo show” Telegraph

★★★★ “A joyful love letter to self-expression” The Standard

★★★ “It may not dig very deep, but the audience whooped, screamed and shouted” The Times

Average Critics' Review Score: 4.2 ★★★★★ ★★★★★ (5)
Also see: My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?) Reviews Round-up

Frequently Asked Questions

My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?) is playing at the Apollo Theatre in London
The running time of My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?) is 1 hour 5 minutes (no interval)
The age recommendations for My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?) are: 16+
Yes, My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?) has matinee performances on the following days: Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
No, sorry, My Son’s A Queer, (But What Can You Do?) has now completed its run and is no longer on sale.

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