Patti LuPone accused of ‘bullying’ and ‘offensive’ comments by ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ star Keshia Lewis

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Broadway star Keshia Lewis has a choice to make over the legendary Patti LuPone.

Lewis, 59, released six minute instagram video On Saturday he called out LuPone, 75, over how she allegedly treated the production of “Hell’s Kitchen,” in which Lewis played Miss Liza Jane.

The Tony Award winner said her “open letter” to LuPone was not on behalf of the “Hell’s Kitchen” cast or crew or producers and that she “speaks only for Keshia Lewis.” Lewis then wrote “Agatha All Along” addressed “certain situations that have occurred over the past few weeks” related to the actress.

Lewis claimed, “The first is that you contacted our theater owner to change some of our sound cues because you found them too loud.” “You also, after adjusting our sound design, sent flowers thanking our sound and stage management team.”

“Hell’s Kitchen” runs at the Shubert Theatre, which shares a back wall with LuPone and Mia Farrow’s show “The Roommate” at the Booth Theatre. The Post broke news of the production in April.

Lewis’ video shows a clip of LuPone outside the theater telling a fan that she will not sign the “Hell’s Kitchen” playbill because the show is “too loud.”

Lewis said, “In my opinion, these actions are bullying.” “They’re aggressive, they’re racially micro-aggressive, they’re rude, they’re rooted in privilege. “And these actions also lack a sense of community and leadership for someone like you, who has been in the business for as long as you have.”

Lewis continued, “I want to explain what microaggressions are.” “These are subtle, unintentional comments or actions that express stereotypes, prejudices, or negative beliefs about someone based on their race. Microaggressions may seem harmless or minor, but can accumulate and cause significant stress or distress for the recipient. Examples include calling out the Black Show so loudly that it gets dismissed.”

“While gestures such as sending thank you flowers may seem polite, this was dismissive and out of touch, especially as the changes that were made following a formal complaint by you impacted our entire production, primarily those People who had to go on stage and work were affected,” he added.

The “Big River” star suggested “some thoughtful questions” that LuPone and other Broadway veterans might consider.

“How can I ensure that my feedback or my concerns are communicated in a constructive and, most importantly, respectful way? How can I use my platform and experience to support diverse show teams that promote the idea that each production brings unique value to Broadway? He said.

“On Broadway, we’re not just neighbors, Ms. LuPone,” Lewis continued. “We are a community that shares each other’s artistry and challenges. Respect and cooperation is what helps us move forward and inspire the next generation. It’s important that we support each other’s hard work on and off the stage, so let’s lift each other up and show that every show on this street called Broadway deserves respect and celebration.

Let’s continue to foster an environment on Broadway that recognizes and values ​​all shows for their unique contributions and energy, and that celebrates the diversity of voices and sounds and stories we all bring to the stage. Ms. LuPone, I respectfully submit that you owe us an apology – not flowers. Thanks for listening.”

The Post has contacted LuPone’s rep for comment.

Producers of “The Roommate” responded to Lewis’ video in an Instagram statement on Sunday.

“We are grateful to everyone at Hell’s Kitchen for adjusting their signals to stop the sound flow in our theater, which was having an impact backstage, onstage, and in the audience,” the statement said. “On Broadway, these historic buildings were constructed long before modern amplification existed and are located side by side, sharing walls with play houses and music houses. These types of improved arrangements from one show to the next are not uncommon and are always deeply appreciated. “We are proud to share Schubert Alley with Hell’s Kitchen and wish our neighbors continued success.”