Thank you for your interest in Come From Away at the
Great Lakes Center for the Arts! Please use
this form to submit your headshot, resume, and performance/audition footage of a vocal selection in the style of the show. Auditions will be held in Seattle (March 8-9, 2026), NYC (March 16-18, 2026), and in Metro Detroit (Dates TBD) by appointment only. Video submissions will be accepted throughout the process.
Production Team:
Director: Matthew Kacergis
Choreographer: TBA (offer out)
Music Director: Michael Nutting
Producer: Alex Robinson
Rehearsal & Performance Dates:
Please note, we are still finalizing the rehearsal schedule. Rehearsals will either begin on Tuesday, August 18 or Friday, August 14. If rehearsals begin on the earlier date, the company will be paid a pro rata rate for days worked.
Travel to Michigan: Thursday, August 13 or Monday, August 17, 2026
First Rehearsal: August 14 or August 18, 2026
Tech: On/around August 26 to September 4, 2026
Opening: September 5, 2026
Closing: September 13, 2026
Travel Home: September 14, 2026
Great Lakes Center for the Arts is located in Petoskey, Michigan.
800 Bay Harbor Dr, Bay Harbor, MI 49770
Contract Information:
Rates are included below:
Non-AEA: $645 per week
AEA: $769 per week (Single Engagement Agreement)
-Economy round-trip travel and cast shared rental cars provided.
-Single occupancy housing for all company members with access to kitchen facilities.
AVAILABLE ROLES:
Claude & others
The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he's never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before. Also plays Derm and Brenda’s Brother, Eddie. Age: 40 to 60
Bonnie & others
A no-nonsense mother of three, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety - but in frustration, she often lashes out at those around her. Also plays Martha. Age: 30 to 40
Beulah & others
The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her. Also plays Delores. Age: 40 to 60
Oz & others
The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways. Also plays Joey, Customs Officer, Mr. Michaels, Terry, Matty, Rabbi, and Head Cardiologist. Age: 30 to 50
Diane & others
A traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out that he's safe, she's given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder more carefree side of herself. Also plays Crystal and Brenda. Age: 45 to 60
Nick & others
An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane. Also plays Doug, Officer Stephenson, and Male Townsperson. Age: 45 to 60
Kevin T & others
The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town's generosity, Kevin creates the Pay It Forward Foundation. Also plays Garth and President Bush. Age: 30 to 50
Kevin J & others
Kevin's boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible. Also plays Dwight and Ali. Age: 30 to 50
Bob & others
A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he's landed, fearing that it's World War 3, that someone is going to shoot him and steal his wallet - but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness. Also plays Muhumuza and Captain Bristol. Age: 20 to 40
Hannah & others
The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. Also plays Margie and Mickey. Age: 40 to 60
Janice & others
An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her. Also plays Britney and Flight Attendant. Age: 20 to 30
Beverley & others
(NOTE: This role is cast. Accepting submissions for understudy and/or future replacements) The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverly Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes. Also plays Annette and Reporter. Age: 50 to 60
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