Cable Street

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About This Show

It’s October 1936 in the heart of London’s East End.

Sammy, Mairead and Ron are carving out their own futures on Cable Street when Oswald Mosley’s British Union of Fascists start to march on East London. Half a million Jews, Irish workers and communists unite to blockade the road they call home.

As the people raise their voices and take a united stand against hatred, the lives of the streets’ residents are changed forever.

Featuring a contemporary score, Cable Street is an electrifying reimagining of one of London’s most significant days. A celebration of community and a rallying call to action, this timeless story is as powerful today as it ever was.

The show is directed by Adam Lenson (Public Domain – Southwark Playhouse/Vaudeville Theatre) and boasts an incredible company including Debbie Chazen (Calendar Girls/Dr Who/Sherlock), Danny Colligan (Book of Mormon), Sha Dessi (Les Miserables), Joshua Ginsberg (The Railway Children), Jade Johnson (Book of Mormon), Sophia Ragavelas (Cats/West Side Story) and Max Alexander-Taylor (The Lion – Southwark Playhouse).

Show Details

Dates: First Preview: 16 February 2024 Opening Night: 26 February 2024 Final Performance: 16 March 2024

WhatsOnStage Review

| | 27 February 2024
Tim Gilvin and Alex Kanefksy’s new musical about the historic 1936 clash in London’s East End runs at Southwark Playhouse Borough until 16 March