Come From Away

Run Time:
One hour and 40 minutes, with no intermission
Opened: March 12, 2017
Closing: October 02, 2022

Come From Away - 2017 - Broadway Tickets, News, Info & More

On September 11, 2001 the world stopped. On September 12, their stories moved us all.

COME FROM AWAY is the breathtaking musical that reminds you of what good the human spirit is capable of. Written by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, and directed by Christopher Ashley, this musical shines a lot on the best of what we are capable in the absolute worst of times.

In a heartbeat, 38 planes with 6,579 passengers were stranded in a remote town in Newfoundland on a devastating day in September 2001. The locals in Gander opened their hearts and homes to thousands of stranded strangers, spurring unexpected camaraderie in extraordinary circumstances.

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Review: ‘Come From Away’ Unearths Joy From The Ashes Of 9/11
8 / 10

Hein and Sarnoff are not Sondheim. The folksy songs in Come From Away are nearly all expository rather than revelatory (a key exception being the coming-of-age number "Me And The Sky," sung with perfect fervor by Jenn Colella as Beverley Bass, the first female captain of a commercial airline). The show, staged with kinetic enthusiasm by Christopher Ashley with Kelly Devine, positively reeks of integrity - positive being the operative word. In the company of 16, nearly all play multiple roles. The standouts, in addition to Colella, are Kendra Kassebaum as a novice reporter, Chad Kimball and Caesar Samayoa as boyfriends named Kevin, Rodney Hicks as a skeptic finally undone by generosity, and Astrid Van Wieren as a voice of reason. Come From Away eludes the jaded critic's arsenal of dismissive thrusts. It's necessary balm for this mean time.

Theater review: A 9/11 tale of epic kindness
9 / 10

Imagine a musical, based on a true story, that celebrates kindness and charity toward distressed foreigners. At a moment in history when certain politicians are telling us to fear and reject immigrants, we're shown ordinary people who act spontaneously out of a concern for others. Come from Away, which opened Sunday at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, doesn't have an ironic or cynical bone in its body. It's a celebration of the best human instincts, and, particularly coming at this time, doesn't seem at all hokey. It's cheering and refreshing.

NETWorks to Launch New Non-Equity COME FROM AWAY Tour July 2023 by Team BWW - February 16, 2023

The First National Tour of Come From Away will conclude its run May 21st, 2023 at the Royal Theatre in Victoria, BC in Canada. A new National Tour, produced by NETworks Presentations, will launch July 25th through July 30th in Cleveland at Playhouse Square.

Interview: Marika Aubrey Of COME FROM AWAY At Salle Wilfred Pelletier, Place Des Arts by Noelle Hannibal - January 10, 2023

Marika Aubrey was born and raised in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. She emigrated to the US six years ago and currently resides in New York City. She is currently on tour with COME FROM AWAY, portraying Captain Beverly Bass. I had the chance to chat with her about her life and career both on and off the stage.

COME FROM AWAY to Launch U.K and Ireland Tour in February 2024 by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 28, 2022

The multi award-winning musical Come From Away, which celebrated its 1000th performance in the West End last night, Monday 28th November, has announced that the production will launch its first ever tour of the U.K and Ireland, opening in Leicester in February 2024.

Review: COME FROM AWAY at Des Moines Performing Arts by DC Felton - November 24, 2022

In 2012 a little musical that could started its trek to Broadway. After a successful 2012 workshop at Sheridan College in Oakville, Ontario, this show went to La Jolla Playhouse and Seattle Repertory Theatre. Its journey continued with stops at the Ford Theatre in Washington DC and the Royal Alexandria Theatre in Toronto before arriving on Broadway in March 2017. When it opened on Broadway, it opened with a relatively unknown cast, but its story captured quickly captured the hearts of its audience. That show is 'Come From Away.' The tour is making its second stop in Des Moines from November 22-27 and is perfect for this Thanksgiving holiday.

COME FROM AWAY is Coming to Segerstrom Center for the Arts by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2022

Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced that the national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, is returning to Costa Mesa at Segerstrom Hall for a limited one week engagement from June 21-26.

Sponsors Donate Tickets to COME FROM AWAY to Nearly 200 First Responders by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 2, 2022

Thanks to CellOnly and Weisser Distributing, about 24 Sioux Falls Fire Rescue, Sioux Falls Police Department, Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office, PatientCare EMS and Metro Communications employees will attend each of the eight COME FROM AWAY performances May 3–8.

COME FROM AWAY is Coming to the Lied Center by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 13, 2022

The Lied Center for Performing Arts has announced the national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will make its Lincoln, NE debut at the Lied Center for a limited engagement on April 27- May 1.

COME FROM AWAY is Coming to Popejoy Hall by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 6, 2022

Popejoy Presents and Haverland Carter Broadway in New Mexico have announced the national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will open May 11 its Albuquerque debut at Popejoy Hall for a limited engagement May 11 – 15, 2022.

VIDEO: TUTS Presents Talkback With COME FROM AWAY Cast, Diane and Nick Marson & Captain Beverley Bass by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 29, 2022

The National Tour of Come From Away is playing MARCH 22 – APRIL 3 at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. TUTS presents a virtual talk back with cast members of Come From Away and true to life counterparts, Diane and Nick Marson and Captain Beverley Bass.

Dallas Summer Musicals to Present COME FROM AWAY by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 25, 2022

Dallas Summer Musicals and Broadway Across America have announced the national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will return to Dallas’ Music Hall at Fair Park for a limited engagement March 8-20, 2022. COME FROM AWAY tickets are on sale now!

VIDEO: Nick Duckart Talks Bringing COME FROM AWAY To Chicago by Stage Tube - February 25, 2022

Come From Away is now in Chicago through March 6th, 2022. Watch as Nick Duckart who plays Kevin J and others talks about bringing a bit of Gander to the Windy City.

BWW Review: COME FROM AWAY Lands at the Ohio Theatre - Celebrating the Power of Humanity by Christina Mancuso - February 9, 2022

Nominated for seven Tony awards in 2017 and winning Best Direction in a Musical under Christopher Ashley’s extraordinary direction, COME FROM AWAY landed in Columbus at the Ohio Theatre on Tuesday night to a welcoming and lively audience.  

COME FROM AWAY Performance Postponed at Orpheum Theatre by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 15, 2022

The Performance of Come From Away today, Saturday, January 15 at 2 p.m. at the Orpheum Theatre has been postponed due to positive COVID cases within the company. 

Review Roundup: COME FROM AWAY National Tour Returns to the Stage; What Did the Critics Think? by Review Roundups - October 26, 2021

The National Tour of Come From Away has returned to the stage! The production returned at the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis, TN earlier this month.

COME FROM AWAY is Coming to the Van Wezel This November by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 25, 2021

The Tony and Olivier award-winning Come From Away is coming to the Van Wezel from Tuesday, Nov. 23 through Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021. Tickets are on sale now.

Tickets on Sale Now for COME FROM AWAY at Bass Performance Hall by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 17, 2021

The tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the remarkable true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will make its Fort Worth debut at Bass Performance Hall for a limited engagement October 19-24. The show marks the return of Broadway in Fort Worth, kicking off the 2021-2022 Broadway at the Bass season. Tickets are on sale now!

BWW Review: COME FROM AWAY at Des Moines Performing Arts: Going Back to the Rock by DC Felton - January 29, 2020

In 2017, I decided in preparation for hosting my first Tony Party to listen to the nominees for Best Musical and Revival. Listening to these shows introduced me to 'Come From Away,' which opened at Des Moines Performing Arts on January 28. As I listened to the fantastic music, I fell in love with 'Come From Away.' I knew once the tour opened, I would want to see this show as soon as possible. When I looked at the itinerary of the first year of the national tour, the closest location was Omaha. So A few friends and I went to see the show. From the moment the music started, I was transported to Gander, and before I knew it, the show was over. As soon as I left, I was planning my next trip to Gander, which would be the tour stop in Chicago. I'm so excited that it has finally made its way to Des Moines.

Come From Away FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Welcome to the Rock
38 Planes
Blankets and Bedding
28 Hours Wherever We Are
Darkness and Trees
On The Bus
Darkness and Trees (Reprise)
Lead Us Out of the Night
Phoning Home
Costume Party
I Am Here
Prayer
On The Edge
In The BarHeave Away
Screech In
Me and the Sky
Stop the World
Somewhere in the Middle of Nowhere
Something's Missing
Finale
Come From Away has had 6 productions including Washington, DC (Regional) which opened in 2016, Broadway which opened in 2017, Toronto which opened in 2018, US Tour which opened in 2018, West End which opened in 2021 and West End which opened in 2021.
Come From Away has been nominated for several Tony Awards, including Best Book of a Musical for Irene Sankoff, Best Choreography for Kelly Devine, Best Direction of a Musical for Christopher Ashley, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Howell Binkley, and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Irene Sankoff.
Come From Away has won several Tony Awards, including Best Book of a Musical for Irene Sankoff, Best Choreography for Kelly Devine, Best Direction of a Musical for Christopher Ashley, and Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Howell Binkley. The show also won Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Irene Sankoff.
Come From Away has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Book of a Musical, Outstanding Choreography, Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical, Outstanding Director of a Musical, Outstanding Lyrics, Outstanding Music, Outstanding Musical, and Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards. It also won Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards. At the Outer Critics Circle Awards, the show won Outstanding Book of a Musical, Outstanding Choreographer, Outstanding Director of a Musical, Outstanding New Broadway Musical, Outstanding New Score, and Outstanding Sound Design for a Play or Musical. Irene Sankoff was nominated for Outstanding Book of a Musical and Outstanding New Score, Kelly Devine was nominated for Outstanding Choreographer, Toni-Leslie James was nominated for Outstanding Costume Design, Christopher Ashley was nominated for Outstanding Director of a Musical, and August Eriksmoen was nominated for Outstanding Orchestrations.
Come From Away has won several awards for its outstanding performances. These include the Outstanding Book of a Musical award (Drama Desk Awards) for Irene Sankoff, the Outstanding Choreography award (Drama Desk Awards) for Kelly Devine, the Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical award (Drama Desk Awards) for Toni-Leslie James, the Outstanding Director of a Musical award (Drama Desk Awards) for Christopher Ashley, the Outstanding Lyrics award (Drama Desk Awards) for Irene Sankoff, and the Outstanding Music award (Drama Desk Awards) for Irene Sankoff. In addition, Come From Away has won the Outstanding Musical award (Drama Desk Awards), the Outstanding Orchestrations award (Drama Desk Awards) for August Eriksmoen, the Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical award (Drama League Awards) for Come From Away, the Outstanding Book of a Musical award (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Irene Sankoff, the Outstanding Choreographer award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kelly Devine, the Outstanding Director of a Musical award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Christopher Ashley, the Outstanding New Broadway Musical award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Come From Away, the Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Irene Sankoff, and the Outstanding Sound Design (Play or Musical) award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Gareth Owen.

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