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*Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)* is an original, new musical comedy about two ordinary people, a cheery Brit and a lifelong New Yorker, who go on a city adventure and spark a connection along the way.

Ages 12+. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre.

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In *Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)*, meet Dougal, an impossibly upbeat Brit who has just landed in New York City for the first time to attend the wedding of the father he’s never met. Audiences will also meet Robin, the sister of the bride and a no-nonsense New Yorker with a lot of errands to do for the bride — including picking up the groom’s estranged son from the airport.

These two strangers begin their journey together navigating not just New York City but also secrets and second chances. Entertainment Weekly raves that *Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)* is “going to be stuck in your head for days. Absolutely charming,” and Vulture said the musical "achieves something magical." A hit in London's West End and then in Boston, the show is now taking its title city by storm.

## What to watch for

- *Two Strangers* doesn't just stick to Manhattan — the characters' adventure takes them Brooklyn, too, and Queens gets name-dropped.
- Keep an eye on Soutra Gilmour's set, made of massive suitcases that open up to reveal a variety of surprises.
- Christiani Pitts also starred as Anne Darrow on Broadway in *King Kong*.
- Sam Tutty won an Olivier Award for starring in *Dear Evan Hansen* in the West End.
- Tim Jackson choreographed the Broadway revival of *Merrily We Roll Along*.

## Additional Information

Children under 4 years old will not be admitted.<br>

No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary. <br>

All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked.<br>

The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services.

__Audio Described / Captioned Performances__<br>
Audio description and personal captioning are available on your mobile device by downloading the GalaPro app from Apple or Google. Hand-held devices are available to borrow at the Shubert Audience Services kiosk. Reservations are strongly recommended.

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Take a bite of this critically acclaimed musical comedy now nominated for eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical! Starring 2026 nominees Sam Tutty and Christiani Pitts, this show will make you fall in love with NYC whether you're a newcomer or jaded local.

In *Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)*, Dougal has arrived in New York for the first time to attend the wedding of the father he’s never met. But first, he meets Robin, the bride's sister and a no-nonsense New Yorker with a lot of errands to do for the bride — including picking up the groom’s estranged son from the airport.

Dougal and Robin could not be more opposite: he's an upbeat romantic, she's a practical thinker. *Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)* sets up a classic meet-cute and rearranges it in unexpected and hilarious ways. Per The Telegraph, "Jim Barne and Kit Buchan's heartfelt musical two-hander has all the ingredients to be an irresistibly sweet treat."

The show played in Boston, then London, and is now coming to New York. Along the way, it has wooed audiences and critics with its refreshing romantic story. The Boston Globe said it's “irresistible — clever, funny, and delightfully surprising.”

Ready to fall in love? "I fell in love with *Two Strangers* and you will too. It's a heartfelt and hilarious joy," The Daily Express wrote.

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*Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)* is a sweet, original musical about finding love in the Big Apple.

Sam Tutty made his Broadway debut as Dougal in [*Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/45002-two-strangers-carry-a-cake-across-new-york) on Broadway at the [Longacre Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/longacre-theatre) from November 1, 2025.

Tutty originated the role of Dougal in *Two Strangers* at London's Kiln Theatre, and in the West End and reprised it in the musical's stateside premiere at American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He is best known, however, for his West End-debut performance in the title role of *Dear Evan Hansen*, winning an Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical in 2020.

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Christiani Pitts stars as Robin in [*Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/45002-two-strangers-carry-a-cake-across-new-york) on Broadway at the [Longacre Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/longacre-theatre).

Pitts is known for her Broadway musical roles as Ann Darrow in *King Kong* and Jane in *A Bronx Tale*. Across the U.S., she's performed in productions of *Rent, Aida, Big Fish*, and *Cabaret*, and she's appeared on the TV show *Elementary*.

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The **Longacre Theatre** is a historic theatre located in the heart of New York City's world-famous Broadway district. Opened in 1913, it was named after Longacre Square, the previous name of Times Square. This theatre has a seating capacity of 1100 and is designed in the French Neo-classical style, featuring a stunning white facade and beautifully ornate interior. Over the years, it’s been the birthplace of numerous Broadway classics including 'Ain’t Misbehavin’, 'La Cage aux Folles', and most recently 'The Lightning Thief'. The Longacre has a particularly intimate atmosphere, perfect for truly immersing oneself in the spectacle and magic of Broadway. 

#### **Directions to the Venue** 

The Longacre Theatre is located at 220 West 48th Street. It's easily accessible via various modes of public transportation. By subway, take the 1, 2, or 3 train to 50th Street or the N, R, or W train to 49th Street. By bus, take the M104, M10, or M27/M50. For those driving, parking garages are available nearby on 48th and 49th Streets.

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The Longacre Theatre was designed by Henry Beaumont Herts and named after Longacre Square (now Times Square). The theatre was built by producer/manager H.H. Frazee — best known as the Boston Red Sox owner who sold Babe Ruth to the Yankees — and officially opened on May 1, 1913 with the William Hurlbut-Frances Whitehouse comedy *Are You a Crook?*

After Frazee fell into financial trouble, the theatre changed hands many times before being sold to Astor Theatre Incorporated, a Shubert Organization subsidiary, in 1919. The Shuberts continue to own the building. During the 1940s and 1950s, the building also served as a radio and television studio.

The facade and interior of the Longacre are designated New York City landmarks.

## How to get to the Longacre Theatre on Broadway

The Longacre Theatre is closest to the 50th Street subway stops on either the C, E, or 1 line. The 49th Street stop on the N, R, and W line is also nearby.

The nearest bus stops are 7th Ave/W 50th St. stop on the M7, M20, and M104 lines; the 8th Ave./W 49th St. stop on the M20 and M104 lines; and the 7th Ave/W 49th St. stop on the M50 line.

## Restaurants near the Longacre Theatre

Popular restaurants near the Longacre Theatre include La Masseria (Italian), P.S. Kitchen (vegan), Junior's (American), and Lillie's Victorian Establishment (British/pub food). [Learn more about popular pre- and post-show restaurants in the Theatre District.](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/where-to-eat-before-and-after-a-broadway-show)

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Longacre Theatre, designed by Henry Herts and named after Longacre Square (now Times Square), opened in 1913. It's a NYC landmark near several subway and bus stops.

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Let them eat cake this spring at the Criterion Theatre! But be alert, this is a very special wedding cake that needs special handling – be careful not to drop it! Book *Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York)* tickets on London Theatre now.

Following a sold-out run at the Kiln Theatre over Christmas, award-winning songwriting team Jim Barne and Kit Buchan’s show transfers to the West End’s Criterion Theatre. The high society wedding of Dougal’s dad and Robin’s sister comes with great expectations and emotions are running high.

Dougal hasn’t seen his dad in, well, forever, and Robin and her sister have a tricky relationship. Meeting as strangers, odd couple Dougal and Robin embark on an action-packed and soul-searching 36 hours in the city that never sleeps – with plenty of hilarity.

In this two-hander, Olivier Award-winning young star Sam Tutty, who won just about every award going for his performance in *Dear Evan Hansen* plays lovable Brit-in-New-York Dougal. He’s joined by the equally impressive Dujonna Gift as the streetwise native New Yorker Robin. Gift’s credits include *Caroline or Change, Dear Evan Hansen*, and *Hamilton*, and next year she’ll be seen in a featured role in Disney’s live action remake of *Snow White*.

London Theatre enjoyed the way the show “plays homage to classic romcoms with a platonic twist… it’s sweet and sentimental without being schmaltzy.” And in a five-star review in The Observer, it’s noted that “its charm is in an intelligently calculated magic that does not lose sight of real life in all its bittersweetness and struggle.”

To add to the rom-com vibes, the musical is set during the run-up to Christmas, so enjoy the festive season all over again as spring comes to London. Book *Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York)* on London Theatre now.

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Transferring to the West End from a sold-out run at the Kiln Theatre, *Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York)* is the creation of award-winning songwriting team Jim Barne and Kit Buchan. Together, they have developed a miniature modern classic in the form of this enchanting two-hander musical performed by the Olivier Award-winning young star Sam Tutty, opposite the equally gifted Dujonna Gift. Opposites attract – and it doesn’t have to be romantic to be life-changing.

*Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York)* premiered regionally under the title *The Season* in 2019. As a writing partnership, Jim Barne and Kit Buchan have won the Stage Debut Award and the Stiles & Drewe Prize for new musical theatre.

Reprising his role from the Kiln, Sam Tutty plays Dougal. Tutty made his professional debut in the title role in *Dear Evan Hansen*, for which he won the 2020 Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical (among other accolades). He has appeared on screen in *Hollyoaks*.

Also returning is Dujonna Gift as Robin. Gift’s credits include *Caroline or Change, Hamilton,* and *Dear Evan Hansen* alongside Tutty. In 2025, she will be seen in the featured role of Maple in Disney’s live-action *Snow White* remake. Tutty and Gift are directed by Tim Jackson, who choreographed Maria Friedman’s production of *Merrily We Roll Along* at New York Theatre Workshop, starring Daniel Radcliffe.

Filled with catchy tunes and helmed by two wonderfully lovable performances, don’t miss the chance to enjoy Christmas in New York this spring in Piccadilly Circus!

## What to watch for
- At 22, Sam Tutty became one of the youngest-ever Olivier Award winners for his performance in *Dear Evan Hansen*. He also won a Critics’ Circle Theatre Award (Most Promising Newcomer); a WhatsOnStage Award (Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical); The Stage Debut Award for Best Performer in a Musical and Best West End Debut Performance. No one else stood a chance in 2020!
- Director Tim Jackson is quite the theatrical polymath. A Music graduate of the University of Oxford, he has worked as a director, choreographer, musical director, musical arranger, vocal coach, and performer.
- Co-writer Kit Buchan is an accomplished poet, having been published in *Poetry Review, The White Review*, and more.

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Enjoy Christmas in New York this spring in London! Ahead of the wedding of the year, the bride’s native New Yorker sister and the groom’s British son meet up for the first time. In this hilarious and bittersweet two-hander *Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York)*, Olivier Award-winner Sam Tutty and Dujonna Gift make a brilliant double act, performing Jim Barne and Kit Buchan’s fabulous songs.

Born in Crawley in 1998, Sam Tutty is currently starring in Jim Barne and Kit Buchan’s musical *[Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/38626-two-strangers-carry-a-cake-across-new-york)* at the Criterion Theatre in the West End.

He is best known for his West End debut as Evan in *[Dear Evan Hansen](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/15595-dear-evan-hansen)*. He originated the role in London, following in the footsteps of Ben Platt who originated the character of Evan Hansen on Broadway.

Tutty spent the first decade of his life in West Sussex, before moving north to Hull. He later returned down south and attended Imberhorne Secondary School, whose alumni include 9 to 5 star Louise Redknapp. During his school years, he appeared in a number of productions including The Wizard of Oz.

After compulsory schooling, Tutty trained at Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts, later making his off-West End debut as Daniel in Once on this Island. His performance at Southwark Playhouse was widely praised, and a career in the West End looked promising. Tutty was originally cast as the alternate Evan for Dear Evan Hansen, however he was later promoted to the titular character.

His first performance as Evan was on 9 October 2019, ahead of an official opening night on 19 November 2019. In a review for LondonTheatre.co.uk, Mark Shenton said: “Tutty is another discovery, who pulls off the rare trick of projecting adolescent angst and insecurity with paradoxically confident ease. With his strawberry blonde hair and slight physical bearing, he embodies a nerdy character… There's a truthfulness to his acting - and a robust singing voice - that makes him feel utterly authentic and intensely moving.” In 2020, Tutty won an Olivier for Best Actor in a Musical.

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Dujonna Gift is currently starring as New Yorker Robin in Jim Barne and Kit Buchan’s new British musical *[Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/38626-two-strangers-carry-a-cake-across-new-york)* at the Criterion Theatre in the West End.

Gift has starred in a number of hit West End musicals, including *Dear Evan Hansen, Caroline, Or Change, Motown: The Musical*, and *Hamilton*. 

She is set to appear as Maple in the live-action remake of Disney’s *Snow White* in 2025, alongside Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot.

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Dujonna Gift is currently starring as New Yorker Robin in Jim Barne and Kit Buchan’s new British musical Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) at the Criterion Theatre in the West End.

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The Criterion Theatre is a gem of Victorian architecture located in the bustling heart of London, nestled within the world-famous Piccadilly Circus. Hidden away underground, this grand and storied venue brims with rich history and elegance. Built in 1874 by architect Thomas Verity, and designed in a striking Italian Renaissance style, the theatre seats 588 people across three levels. Notably, it is constructed predominantly from concrete, a characteristic unusual for its time. The theatre's magnificent gilded interior and treasured Criterion Bar sublimely enhance the overall patron experience.

Over the years, the Criterion Theatre has been the host to a variety of productions spanning several genres, including comedies, dramas, thrillers, musical concerts, and matinees. Its 'Criterion New Writing Programme' reflects its commitment towards nurturing potential playwrights and encouraging new work.

### How to Get There

The Criterion Theatre is conveniently served by several modes of public transportation. The nearest Tube station is Piccadilly Circus, served by the Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines, a mere two-minute walk away. Numerous bus routes run along Piccadilly, Regent Street, and Shaftesbury Avenue, making the venue easily accessible. However, due to its central location, parking is limited and it's advisable to use public transportation if possible. The venue is within London’s Congestion Charge Zone, and for those choosing to drive, nearby parking is available at Q Park Chinatown in Newport Place.

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When the Criterion Theatre first opened in 1873, the space was designed as a concert hall. The Criterion Theatre is the only West End theatre to be situated almost entirely underground — even the Upper Circle is not at street level. 

The Criterion Theatre housed comic opera in its early years, including works by W. S. Gilbert and George Grossmith. A decade after opening, the theatre had to be renovated to meet the Metropolitan Board of Works standards for ventilation. This work also saw the installation of electricity to the theatre. The building surrounding the theatre was extensively rebuilt between 1989 and 1992, but the Victorian auditorium was well-preserved and still stands today. 

Notable shows at the Criterion Theatre include *The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)* by the Reduced Shakespeare Company, the long-running play *The 39 Steps* and Mischief Theatre's *The Comedy About A Bank Robbery*.

## Criterion Theatre Seating Information

The auditorium has three levels – Stalls, Dress Circle and Upper Circle.

The front rows of the Stalls offers good views of the stage, though the seating is not raked steeply. 

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The Criterion Theatre, opened in 1873, situated underground, had comic operas in early years. Later renovated with installed electricity, preserved Victorian auditorium remains. Notable shows include Shakespeare's works.

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The Criterion Theatre is a historic Victorian theatre in London's Piccadilly Circus, easily accessible by tube and bus services.

INCLUDING BEST NEW MUSICALDEAR EVAN HANSEN is “the most vital and important musical of a generation” (Daily Mail, Baz Bamigboye) with “a raw, relevant and exhilarating score” (BBC Radio London, Jonathan Phang) from the songwriters of The Greatest Showman and La La Land.

Recommended for ages 12+; This production contains some adult themes, including discussions of suicide. Children under the age of four will not be permitted in the theatre.

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