Come From Away
it takes all of ten seconds to be in its generous embrace...It calls for quicksilver, charismatic acting and singing. It gets it from this versatile cast. It's an evening that, frankly, gets everything right.
The Times
Why see Come From Away?
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Come From Away: the touching musical celebrating the strength of human compassion is back to inspire audiences in the West End. Created by Canadian husband and wife team Irene Snakoff and David Hein, the rippling impact of 9/11 across the world is felt in a Newfoundland town, when no less than 38 transatlantic flights are ordered to land.
Mirroring the success of the show's Broadway run, London's Come From Away opened to glowing reviews, going on to scoop no less than four 2019 Olivier Awards, including Best New Musical. Thoroughly researched and based on interviews with residents and passengers, the show explores how this tiny community opened its hearts and homes to their unexpected guests. Set to a folk-inspired score played by an on-stage band, discover the incredible multi-Olivier Award-winning musical for yourself when it re-opens its doors this summer!
What Is Come From Away About?
Based on a true story, Come From Away follows the events of September 11th, 2001, when, far away from New York, 38 transatlantic flights are grounded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland. With the US airspace closed, 7000 people emerge from the planes into a surreal scene, and despite almost doubling the town's population, are welcomed with open hearts, minds and arms.
Although the horrors of that day are all too familiar, this is a story of hope told from the perspective of a handful of passengers and Gander residents, who wholeheartedly welcomed the stranded travellers into their homes - and into their lives. Among the characters are American Airlines' first female pilot, a gay couple both called Kevin, and an Egyptian chef, who fears a frosty reception from the community - only to be proved wrong entirely. Weaving together all of their storylines, the show creates an affirming portrait of human connection in the most trying of circumstances.
Key Information
Audience
Recommended for ages 10+
Run Time
100 minutes, no intermission
Dates
Finished 7 Jan 2023
Cast
Jenna Boyd as Beulah and others
James Doherty as Claude and others
Mary Doherty as Bonnie and others
Mark Dugdale as Kevin T, Garth and others
Alice Fearn as Beverley, Annette and others
Kate Graham as Diane and others
Alasdair Harvey as Nick, Doug and others
Jonathan Andrew Hume as Kevin J, Ali and others
Gemma Knight Jones as Hannah and others
Harry Morrison as Oz and others
Sam Oladeinde as Bob and others
Emma Salvo as Janice and others
FROM JUNE 2022
Kirsty Malpass as Bonnie and others
Robert Hands as Nick/Doug and others
Lejaun Sheppard as Bob and others
Sarah Morrison
Lucy Park
Standby
Chiara Baronti, Ricardo Castro, Stuart Hickey, Sorelle Marsh, Alexander McMorran, Micha Richardson, Jennifer Tierney and Matthew Whennell-Clark.
Creative
Book, Music & Lyrics by Irene Sankoff & David Hein
Directed by Christopher Ashley
Music Direction by Ian Eisendrath
Choreography by Kelly Devine
Scenic Design by Beowulf Boritt
Costume Design by Toni-Leslie
Lighting Design by James Howell Binkley
Sound Design by Gareth Owen
Awards
Olivier Awards, 2019 - Wins
Best New Musical
Best Sound Design - Gareth Owen
Best Theatre Choreographer - Kelly Devine
Outstanding Achievement in Music
Olivier Awards, 2019 - Nominations
Best New Musical
Best Director - Christopher Ashley
Best Sound Design
Best Lighting Design
Best Theatre Choreographer - Kelly Devine
Best Actress in a Supporting Role In A Musical - Rachel Tucker
Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical - Clive Carter & Robert Hands
Outstanding Achievement in Music
2017 TONY AWARD WINS - BROADWAY PRODUCTION
Best Direction of a Musical - Christopher Ashley
2017 Tony Award Nominations - BROADWAY PRODUCTION
Best Musical
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical - Jenn Colella
Best Book of a Musical - Irene Sankoff and David Hein
Best Original Score - Irene Sankoff and David Hein
Best Lighting Design of a Musical - Howell Binkley
Best Direction of a Musical - Christopher Ashley
Best Choreography - Kelly Devine
2017 DRAMA DESK NOMINATIONS - BROADWAY PRODUCTION
Outstanding Musical
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical - Jenn Colella
Outstanding Book of a Musical - Irene Sankoff and David Hein
Outstanding Director of a Musical - Christopher Ashley
Oustanding Music - Irene Sankoff and David Hein
Oustanding Lyrics - Irene Sankoff and David Hein
Outstanding Choreography - Kelly Devine
Outstanding Orchestrations - August Eriksmoen
Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical - Toni-Leslie James
2017 DRAMA DESK WINS - BROADWAY PRODUCTION
Outstanding Musical
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical - Jenn Colella
Outstanding Book of a Musical - Irene Sankoff and David Hein
Reviews
Our review
A Stunning Triumph
As the events of 9/11 united us all in heartbreak and fear, so too does Come From Away, scraping away layers of that unforgettable day and showing us the little-known story of Gander, a small town in Newfoundland.
Kitty McCarron
Customer reviews
8 reviews, average rating: (5.0 Stars)
Brian
Stunningly good
A musical about 9/11….? That can’t be uplifting… surely? Wrong! This was the most intense and uplifting show I have seen in decades. It proves that you don’t need a cast of thousands or a whizz-bang set to make an evening incredible. Every performance is outstanding - including a superb band. There wasn’t a single ‘weaker moment’ - and as it runs without an interval - you leave the theatre just buzzing…. ... Read more
Libby
Come from away
Absolutely fantastic. Great music and songs, brilliant acting. feel good theatre. Thoroughly recommend. ... Read more
Joanne Sheppard
Amazing
We booked tickets because everyone said how good the show is. We knew the basic story but not any of the songs or music.
It is amazing. The characters feel so real and the music is excellent. We laughed and we cried. The show is so uplifting but also deep and meaningful.
We want to watch it all over again. ... Read more
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