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Run Time:
One hour and 40 minutes, with no intermission
Ages: 10+
Opened: March 12, 2017
Closing: October 02, 2022

Come From Away - 2017 Broadway History , 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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Photo Coverage: Broadway at W Welcomes the Cast of COME FROM AWAY!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - July 31, 2017


Cast and creative team members from the Tony Award winning musical Come From Away made their Broadway at W New York debut yesterday, July 30th. Tony Award nominee David Hein, who wrote the musical's book, music and lyrics with his wife Irene Sankoff, also performed. Q. Smith who plays Hannah in the musical hosted the evening.

COME FROM AWAY Cast & Tony Nominee David Hein Perform at Broadway at W Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2017


Cast and creative team members from the Tony Award winning musical Come From Away will make their Broadway at W New York debut tonight, July 30th, at 7:30 pm. Tony Award nominee David Hein, who wrote the musical's book, music and lyrics with his wife Irene Sankoff, will also be performing. Q. Smith who plays Hannah in the musical will host the evening.

Backstage with Richard Ridge: How to Make a High-Flying Hit- The COME FROM AWAY Cast and Creatives Explain How They Made Their Show Soar
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - July 28, 2017


Come From Away has been 2017's little musical that could. Soon after opening at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, the show earned seven Tony nominations (picking up one for director Christopher Ashley), coming as quite a shock to the creative team that has been nurturing the project since the beginning. 'We expected Canadian high schools to do it... and now we're on Broadway,' explained creator David Hein.

BWW Interview: COME FROM AWAY's Astrid Van Wieren Talks Broadway at W Debut
by Caryn Robbins - July 24, 2017


Today, Astrid Van Wieren, who portrays Beulah, among other roles in COME FROM AWAY, speaks with BWW about what audiences can look forward to in this intimate evening of performances.

COME FROM AWAY Cast & Tony Nominee David Hein to Perform at Broadway at W
by Caryn Robbins - July 18, 2017


Cast and creative team members from the Tony Award winning musical COME FROM AWAY will make their Broadway at W New York debut on Sunday, July 30th at 7:30 pm. Tony Award nominee David Hein, who wrote the musical's book, music and lyrics with his wife Irene Sankoff, will also be performing.

Photo Flash: Mandy Patinkin Kisses the Fish at COME FROM AWAY!
by Stephi Wild - July 7, 2017


Theatre, television, and film legend Mandy Patinkin saw Come From Away on July 6, and posed for a photo with the cast after the show. Check out the photo!

TV: Meet the Cast of COME FROM AWAY's Rodney Hicks New Play NC-17.
by BroadwayWorld TV - June 29, 2017


Casting has been announced for NC-17, a new play written by Come From Away's Rodney Hicks. Meet the cast in a brand new video below!

COME FROM AWAY Fans Flock to Gander to See Where it All Began
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2017


Fans of the hit Broadway musical Come From Away are flocking to Gander to see where the story began.

COME FROM AWAY's Chad Kimball to Introduce 'CHANNEL OF PEACE' Author Kevin Tuerff at The Drama Book Shop
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2017


Kevin Tuerff was honored when his story was included in the Broadway musical, Come From Away. Tony-nominated American actor Chad Kimball portrays the author's story onstage. River Grove Books published 'Channel of Peace: Stranded in Gander,' a memoir by author Kevin Tuerff, on February 28, 2017. It is the only first-person book of the events in Gander, Newfoundland on September 11, 2001.

Casting Announced for COME FROM AWAY's Rodney Hicks New Play NC-17.
by A.A. Cristi - June 27, 2017


Casting has been announced for NC-17, a new play written by Come From Away's Rodney Hicks.

COME FROM AWAY Takes Top Honors at Toronto's Dora Awards
by Alan Henry - June 26, 2017


Broadway's heartwarming new hit Come From Away received the Dora Award this evening for Outstanding New Musical. The Dora Mavor Moore Awards, recognize excellence in the performing arts in Toronto.

She's An Islander! Hillary Clinton Visits Broadway's COME FROM AWAY
by Caryn Robbins - June 19, 2017


Former Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton thrilled both audience and cast members at the Thursday, June 15th performance of Broadway's COME FROM AWAY.

COME FROM AWAY Town Gander to Receive International Humanitarian Award
by Julie Musbach - June 18, 2017


According to The Gander Beacon, the New Foundland town that inspired the musical COME FROM AWAY with its overwhelming show of heart and hospitality has been awarded the international humanitarian award from the Values-In-Action Foundation for its actions during the September 11 terrorist attacks.

Photo Flash: Sir Tim Rice Visits Broadway's COME FROM AWAY
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2017


Sir Tim Rice stopped by the Schoenfeld today to see COME FROM AWAY and snapped a photo with two-time Tony nominee David Hein backstage. Scroll down for a look!

TV Exclusive: COME FROM AWAY Tributes the Audiences of San Diego, Seattle, Gander, DC, Toronto & Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - June 14, 2017


Tony winning director Christopher Ashley says that Come From Away came together with the entrance of the musical's final character... the audience. Below, watch as the cast and creative team chats about the impact of the fans who come from away to see Come From Away.

Photo Flash: Uma Thurman and Tony-Honored Teacher Rachel Harry Kiss the Cod at COME FROM AWAY
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2017


Uma Thurman and Rachel Harry, the Tony Award recipient for Teaching Excellence, stopped by to kiss the cod at Come From Away this weekend. Scroll down for a photo!

VIDEO: Cast of COME FROM AWAY Perform 'Welcome to the Rock' on THE TONYS
by Caryn Robbins - June 11, 2017


The cast of Broadway's COME FROM AWAY performed a rousing rendition of the production's 'Welcome to the Rock' live during Broadway's Biggest Night - THE TONY AWARDS. Watch the performance below!

VIDEO: COME FROM AWAY Cast Talks Show's Success, Inspiration on CBS THIS MORNING
by Caryn Robbins - June 8, 2017


Today, cast members stopped by CBS THIS MORNING to discuss the show's enormous success. Shared actor Rodney Hicks, 'Come From Away' is less about the terrible events of 9/11 and more about the kindness of strangers. Through tragedy comes joy. '

VIDEO: 30 Days of TONY, Day 4: Christopher Ashley Brings MEMPHIS to Midtown
by A.A. Cristi - June 7, 2017


Welcome to BroadwayWorld's Tony Award Countdown: 30 Days of TONY, a loving look at some of the most memorable moments from Tony's history featuring today's nominees!

Come From Away FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Come From Away and what's the order?
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

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Other Productions of Come From Away

2016   Washington, DC (Regional) Ford's Theater Production
Washington, DC (Regional)
2017   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2018   Toronto Toronto Production
Toronto
2018   US Tour First National Tour
US Tour
2021   West End Original West End Production
West End
2023   US Tour North American Tour
US Tour

Come From Away - 2017 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Irene Sankoff
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Kelly Devine
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical Toni-Leslie James
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Christopher Ashley
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Jenn Colella
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Irene Sankoff
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Irene Sankoff
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Come From Away
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations August Eriksmoen
2017 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway of Off-Broadway Musical Come From Away
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Irene Sankoff
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreographer Kelly Devine
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Christopher Ashley
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Jenn Colella
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical Come From Away
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Irene Sankoff
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Sound Design (Play or Musical) Gareth Owen
2017 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Irene Sankoff
2017 Tony Awards Best Choreography Kelly Devine
2017 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Christopher Ashley
2017 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Howell Binkley
2017 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Howell Binkley
2017 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Irene Sankoff
2017 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Jenn Colella

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