Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)

Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) is a romantic musical comedy about Dougal, an upbeat young Brit visiting New York for the wedding of the father he has never known.

He is met by Robin, the bride’s practical sister, and a simple errand soon turns into an unexpected journey across the city involving family secrets, second chances and a very important wedding cake.

The musical has a book, music and lyrics by Jim Barne and Kit Buchan. Tim Jackson directs and choreographs the Broadway production, with orchestrations by Lux Pyramid and scenic and costume design by Soutra Gilmour.

The show began life as The Season in England in 2019. A revised production opened at London’s Kiln Theatre in 2023 before transferring to the West End in 2024, followed by its North American premiere at American Repertory Theater. The Broadway production opened at the Longacre Theatre on November 20, 2025.

Two Strangers received eight Tony Award nominations in 2026, including Best Musical, Best Book, Best Original Score and Best Direction of a Musical.