A pair of strangers is about to crisscross the country. The Broadway musical ‘Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)’ has announced a North American tour launching in fall 2027, carrying the feel-good hit well beyond New York.
The run is set to begin at the Providence Performing Arts Center in Providence, Rhode Island, before traveling to cities across the United States and Canada. Additional stops and casting details are expected later.
Producer Kevin McCollum framed the news around the show’s growing connection with audiences. He called it a funny, original, and uplifting story with soaring songs, theatrical stage magic, and knockout performances, the kind of thing Broadway does best. He added that the musical taps a universal truth, showing how the most random meetings can create family against the odds, and invited theatergoers to arrive as strangers and leave as friends.
The Broadway production is making its case nightly. Currently playing at the Longacre Theatre, the show stars Christiani Pitts and Sam Tutty, both of whom appeared in the American Repertory Theater production before the transfer. Tutty previously originated the role of Dougal in London.
The creative pedigree is strong. The musical features a book, music, and lyrics by Jim Barne and Kit Buchan, with Tim Jackson directing and choreographing after staging the London version. The team includes scenic and costume designer Soutra Gilmour, lighting designer Jack Knowles, sound designer Tony Gayle, music supervisor Nick Finlow, and orchestrator Lux Pyramid, with casting by C12 Casting and Stephen Kopel. The production is produced by McCollum, Tim Johanson, Glass Half Full Productions, and Jamie Wilson Productions.
2027 North American Tour:
Fall 2027 – Providence, RI @ Providence Performing Arts Center (opening, additional dates TBA)