Bridgerton's Luke Newton Takes on Gay Fashion Icon Lee Alexander McQueen Off-Broadway
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07-10-2025, 11:32 PM
While his Bridgerton co-star Jonathan Bailey is busy with big-screen projects like Jurassic World Rebirth, Luke Newton, known as Colin Bridgerton in the Netflix hit, is stepping into a powerful new stage role. Newton is set to portray the late, influential British fashion designer Lee Alexander McQueen in the upcoming Off-Broadway play, House Of McQueen.
Penned by Darrah Cloud and directed by Sam Helfrich, the production is scheduled to begin previews next month, officially opening on September 9 at The Mansion at Hudson Yards. The play promises to tell the story of McQueen's extraordinary life and career, which was tragically cut short in 2010.
House Of McQueen aims to offer an intimate exploration of McQueen's journey, from his early days as a burgeoning designer to building one of the world's most significant fashion houses. It will also delve into his close relationships with key figures, including his mentor Isabella Blow and his family, all within a dynamically shifting stage environment enhanced by "floor-to-ceiling LED panels."
McQueen, who launched his acclaimed design label in the early 1990s, was celebrated for his groundbreaking work even in his mid-twenties. He was openly gay and never shied away from this aspect of his identity, in fact, attributing his success in part to embracing his sexuality. He once shared, "I think, before you get onto a public platform, you have to deal with yourself before you put yourself out there… Things like sexuality always come out, and you come off worse by not being true to yourself… Yes, I think my sexuality has helped my designs."
In 2000, McQueen held a non-legally binding marriage ceremony with his then-partner George Forsyth in Ibiza, though they later separated amicably. Sadly, in 2010, McQueen died by suicide. This followed struggles with addiction, living with HIV, a public disagreement with Isabella Blow, and the recent loss of his mother. His profound impact on the fashion industry and his distinctive, boundary-pushing aesthetic continue to resonate today.With a surge of limited series focusing on legendary fashion designers, the arrival of House Of McQueen is a welcome addition, finally bringing McQueen’s compelling story to the stage.For Luke Newton, this role marks a significant artistic endeavor. While he has a strong background in theater, including West End appearances in The Book Of Mormon and Legally Blonde, and a recent role in Neil LaBute's The Shape Of Things, House Of McQueen presents a unique opportunity to embody an openly gay, influential figure. Newton, who has reportedly concluded filming for Bridgerton Season 4, has expressed his enthusiasm for the project by sharing images of McQueen on his Instagram.
Penned by Darrah Cloud and directed by Sam Helfrich, the production is scheduled to begin previews next month, officially opening on September 9 at The Mansion at Hudson Yards. The play promises to tell the story of McQueen's extraordinary life and career, which was tragically cut short in 2010.
House Of McQueen aims to offer an intimate exploration of McQueen's journey, from his early days as a burgeoning designer to building one of the world's most significant fashion houses. It will also delve into his close relationships with key figures, including his mentor Isabella Blow and his family, all within a dynamically shifting stage environment enhanced by "floor-to-ceiling LED panels."
McQueen, who launched his acclaimed design label in the early 1990s, was celebrated for his groundbreaking work even in his mid-twenties. He was openly gay and never shied away from this aspect of his identity, in fact, attributing his success in part to embracing his sexuality. He once shared, "I think, before you get onto a public platform, you have to deal with yourself before you put yourself out there… Things like sexuality always come out, and you come off worse by not being true to yourself… Yes, I think my sexuality has helped my designs."
In 2000, McQueen held a non-legally binding marriage ceremony with his then-partner George Forsyth in Ibiza, though they later separated amicably. Sadly, in 2010, McQueen died by suicide. This followed struggles with addiction, living with HIV, a public disagreement with Isabella Blow, and the recent loss of his mother. His profound impact on the fashion industry and his distinctive, boundary-pushing aesthetic continue to resonate today.With a surge of limited series focusing on legendary fashion designers, the arrival of House Of McQueen is a welcome addition, finally bringing McQueen’s compelling story to the stage.For Luke Newton, this role marks a significant artistic endeavor. While he has a strong background in theater, including West End appearances in The Book Of Mormon and Legally Blonde, and a recent role in Neil LaBute's The Shape Of Things, House Of McQueen presents a unique opportunity to embody an openly gay, influential figure. Newton, who has reportedly concluded filming for Bridgerton Season 4, has expressed his enthusiasm for the project by sharing images of McQueen on his Instagram.
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