Come From Away

Come From Away is an uplifting, Tony Award-winning musical based on the true story of 7,000 airline passengers who were stranded in Gander, Newfoundland, when US airspace closed on September 11, 2001. The small Canadian town's population doubled overnight as locals opened their homes, schools, and hearts to the unexpected international visitors. The high-energy, ensemble-driven show—featuring a celebrated book, music, and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein—weaves together a mosaic of emotional real-life stories. A versatile ensemble cast embody the panicked "plane people" from all over the world and the generous townspeople who fed, clothed, and comforted them.

Come From Away features a culturally relevant script accompanied by a deeply moving score by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. The show has earned global success with 37 award nominations, 13 of which resulted in wins, most notably Best New Musical at the 2019 Olivier Awards and Outstanding Musical at the 2017 Drama Desk Awards. The show’s global presence resonates across all audiences as an uplifting reminder of humanity’s ability to come together, no matter what the circumstances.