Bridgerton heartthrob Luke Newton is stepping into the stylish and turbulent life of fashion legend Alexander McQueen in an upcoming Off-Broadway production titled House of McQueen.
According to Deadline, the announcement was made on July 8, confirming that the 32-year-old actor will portray the openly gay British designer whose theatrical runway shows and cutting-edge fashion left an indelible mark on the industry.
Written by Darrah Cloud, the production promises an intimate and daring look at McQueen’s rise from working-class London to the pinnacle of haute couture.
The synopsis describes the play as “a revolutionary, daring and elegant perspective” on McQueen’s life, starting with his childhood making doll clothes for friends and ending with his ascent as chief designer at Givenchy and founder of his own iconic label.
His dramatic and often provocative runway shows became as legendary as the clothes themselves, captivating celebrities and fashion lovers alike.
The show also explores the emotional undercurrents of McQueen’s life—his quest to find beauty in the darkest places, and the personal demons that haunted him throughout his career.
It paints a vivid portrait of an artist who sought to empower women and rebel against commercial pressures, pushing the limits of fashion until “the fight consumes him.”
The creative team includes Sam Helfrich as director, Rick Lazes as executive producer, and McQueen’s own nephew, Gary James McQueen, as creative director—lending familial insight to the story’s portrayal.
House of McQueen will preview at The Mansion at Hudson Yards in New York City beginning August 19, with an official opening on September 9.
“It’s our absolute pleasure to announce Luke’s involvement,” said Lazes. “We can’t think of anyone better to bring Lee’s story to life than this incredibly impressive multi-hyphenate.”
Additional casting details have not yet been announced, but anticipation is already high for the production, which promises to be a must-see for fans of fashion and theater alike.
Alexander McQueen, who was openly gay, served as chief designer at Givenchy from 1996 to 2001 before launching his own label in 1992.
Known for his sharp tailoring and emotionally resonant runway shows, McQueen became one of the most celebrated and controversial figures in fashion, hailed as a visionary by critics and fans alike.
He won the British Designer of the Year award four times—in 1996, 1997, 2001, and 2003—and was named CFDA International Designer of the Year in 2003.
House of McQueen aims not only to capture the designer’s creative genius, but also his pain, passion, and the legacy he left behind.