Cable Street London Reviews and Tickets | Show Score

84%

(28 Ratings)

Positive

89%

Mixed

7%

Negative

4%

Members say

Absorbing, Entertaining, Great singing, Thought-provoking, Clever

About the Show

The world premiere of this new British musical about a London community's defiance in the face of fascism.

London's East End, 1936: 19-year-old Jewish lad Sammy, feisty Irish Catholic baker Mairead, and Lancastrian Ron - all try to find work and live their lives in the melting pot of Cable Street.

One October day, their lives would change forever when the East End showed its ability to stand united in the face of Oswald Mosley’s British Union of Fascists as the Battle of Cable Street was fought - but which side will the youngsters and their families be fighting on?

'Cable Street' is a new British musical showing how a disparate group of people can unite to stand against fascism and make a difference.

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Critic Reviews (7)

For a previous production

"an emotionally satisfying evening but it gets the blood pumping and the tears flowing"
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For a previous production

"...directed with genuine theatrical swagger by Adam Lenson."
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For a previous production

"engaging new musical in an impressive staging"
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For a previous production

"...the story of unity against intolerance in challenging times."
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For a previous production

"It’s a timeless play but one that feels particularly resonant now..."
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For a previous production

"Cable Street is packed full of potential but ultimately it fails to realise it's power"
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For a previous production

"Adam Lenson’s production has big ballads, hip-hop-ish commentary and high camp."
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Creative team

Southwark Playhouse

Composer / Lyricist