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Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) Broadway musical poster - now playing at Longacre Theatre
Metascore
72
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Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)

Longacre Theatre
Great16 reviews

A new musical comedy about two strangers who meet on the streets of New York City when Robin agrees to help Dougal carry a cake across town. As they navigate the city together, unexpected connection and romance bloom in this charming, laugh-filled love story celebrating chance encounters and the magic of New York.

Critic Reviews

16 reviews
Favorable
8 (50%)
Mixed
7 (44%)
Unfavorable
1 (6%)
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The New York Timesby Laura Collins-Hughes
91
Nov 20, 2025Critics Pick

Calls it an effervescent, charmingly simple new musical comedy that delivers classic rom-com laughter, escape, and fantasy.

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Vultureby Jackson McHenry
65
Nov 20, 2025

Says the piece comes alive when it leans into wistful, specific feelings rather than the love story.

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New York Stage Reviewby David Finkle
88
Nov 20, 2025

Singles out Tutty as a dazzling newcomer with appealing looks, pure voice, and strong comic instincts.

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New York Stage Reviewby Frank Scheck
87
Nov 20, 2025

Focuses on how much fun the evening is thanks to the score, witty lyrics, and lead performances.

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New York Postby Johnny Oleksinski
85
Nov 20, 2025

Credits the show for balancing rom-com cliches with sharp left turns and nuanced commentary about connection.

Cast

  • Sam TuttyDougal
  • Christiani PittsRobin

Creative Team

  • Jim BarneMusic & Lyrics
  • Kit BuchanBook
  • Tim JacksonDirector & Choreographer

Details

Opened
Nov 20, 2025
Runtime
2h 15m
Intermissions
1
Age
Ages 12+