The new musical Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York is now being carried across London, from the north of the city all the way to the West End.
Written by Kit Buchan and Jim Barne, the clue is kind of in the name when it comes to the plot of Two Strangers. The musical follows wide-eyed optimistic Brit Dougal and sardonic New Yorker Robin as they, surprise surprise, carry a cake across New York City for the wedding of Dougal’s father and Robin’s sister.
These sweet-and-sour opposites may not seem like the most likely of pairings, but there’s nothing that will bring two strangers together like the experience of carrying a cake across the city of New York.
The runaway success of Two Strangers is part of an exciting new trend in the West End musicals scene; namely, smaller original musicals gaining traction in fringe theatres and eventually transferring to the West End. You only have to look at the success of musicals like Operation Mincemeat and Six to see just how beloved these types of shows can become.
Musical theatre fans will be glad to see the return of Olivier award winner Sam Tutty and Dujonna Gift to the West End after their stint in the award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen. The duo will be reprising their roles as Dougal and Robin, alongside director and choreographer Tim Jackson.
Whether you’re a die-hard musical fan or just fancy trying something new, you’re sure to have your heart warmed by Two Strangers. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Two Strangers UK dates and venue: which London West End theatre is the play in?
The Criterion Theatre can be easily reachable by public transport, with Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square and Green Park tube stations within close walking distance, as well as many bus links.
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How much are Two Strangers tickets?
Good news for anyone searching for cheap West End theatre tickets: tickets for Two Strangers start from just £19. Prices can go up to £106 depending on your desired seats.
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How to get Two Strangers tickets?
Tickets are on sale now online at London Theatre Direct.
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