“If you can possibly see it this time, it’s a must.” By Simon Jenner, Jan 27
MUSICALOff-WECLOSED
Cable Street
Opened Jan 26, 2026 · Closed Feb 28, 2026 · Ran for 1 month
2 Rave
10 Positive
1 Negative
Critics' Take
This timely musical about 1936's anti-fascist stand resonates powerfully, with rousing anthems and strong performances earning praise, though critics split on whether its dual-timeline structure and book fully match its ambitious subject matter.
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Critic Scorecard
13 reviews2 Rave
10 Positive
1 Negative
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“Cable Street is an inspiring and inspired musical. Educating and entertaining, it's a celebration of cultural collaboration.” By Cindy Marcolina, Jan 27 · 4/5 stars
“I think this has the potential to catch on in the way that Six or Les Miserables have, I hope so because it's fine music and, my goodness, people need to think about these issues now before it's too late.” By Susan Elkin, Jan 27 · 4/5 stars
“Instead, its clear-sighted sense of the high stakes of history is what makes it so deeply moving.” By Tom Wicker, Jan 28 · 4/5 stars
“Yitzhak's beautifully sensitive cautionary tale Only Words which brought the house down on press night.” By Stuart King, Jan 27 · 4/5 stars
