Come From Away

Come From Away is a worldwide hit musical that tells the incredible true story of the people of Gander, Newfoundland, who opened their homes and hearts to thousands of airline passengers who were forced to land there when the U.S. air space was shut down on September 11, 2001. Rather than focusing on the tragedy itself, the musical celebrates the extraordinary kindness, compassion, and generosity shown by the people of Gander during a time of uncertainty, told through an ensemble cast portraying dozens of real people and a score that combines Celtic, folk, and contemporary influences.

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“COME FROM AWAY is a story about the best parts of the human spirit and how people care for each other in the wake of a tragic moment in our history…”

“The best part about COME FROM AWAY, and what really makes the piece work, is that it is not actually a 9/11 musical. In fact, the writers have described it as a ‘9/12 musical.’”

“The events of 9/11 are what sets everything into motion, but the show is really a story about the resilience, humanity, and spirit of the community…”

“I've worked on hundreds of shows in my career as a director/choreographer, and one of the things that makes COME FROM AWAY completely unique and a very exciting challenge is that the choreography and staging are truly one…”

“I hope the audience members will laugh and cry and be moved by this brilliant play, then leave the theater with renewed faith in each other and in the power of community.”

Read more: BroadwayWorld Interview: Director and Choreographer Keith Andrews On COME FROM AWAY at The Gateway Playhouse

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