
COME FROM AWAY The Musical
Mainstage SeasonMay 7 · 14:00
Experience the stirring true story of a small town that opened its arms to thousands of stranded travelers during a global crisis.
Description
Set in the wake of the 9/11 attacks, this production follows the events in Gander, Newfoundland, where thirty-eight planes were unexpectedly diverted. The narrative focuses on the real-life accounts of stranded passengers and local residents as they navigate a sudden, forced coexistence in a remote community. Through a rapid-fire, ensemble-driven performance style, the musical captures the tension and eventual camaraderie that formed during the week-long grounding of international flights. It serves as a study of human connection under pressure, illustrating how a small town managed to accommodate thousands of displaced individuals with limited resources.