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COME FROM AWAY Book, Music and Lyrics by
IRENE SANKOFF and DAVID HEIN
Directed by Monte Michelsen-Sandler
Auditions June 14 & 15
7:00 PM-- registration begins at 6:30 PM in the Lobby
All Roles: Ages 18 and up welcome to audition
Please come prepared to sing and dance and dress appropriately for movement. All audition materials will be provided.
Performance Dates: September 11-20, 2026
Rehearsal schedule: Typically Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
First Read-Through/Rehearsal: Monday, June 22 at 7:00 PM
Come From Away is a critically acclaimed musical featuring 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.
Come From Away is based on the true story of the time when the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland, played host to the world. What started as an average day in a small town turned into an international sleepover, when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to Gander’s airstrip on September 11, 2001. Undaunted by culture clashes and language barriers, the people of Gander cheered the stranded travelers with music, an open bar and the recognition that we’re all part of a global family.
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
CLAUDE (and others): The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople, and his daily traditions, but he's never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before. (40-60's) Vocal type: Gruff, natural sounding baritone wittha stron high G. Baritone.
BONNIE (and others): A no-nonsense mother of 3, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety - but in frustration, she often lashes out at those around her. (30-40's) Vocal type: Mezzo with belt up to B.
BEULAH (and others): The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her. (40-60's) Vocal type: Mezzo with belth up to B.
OZ (and others): The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's popalation suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways. (30-50's) Vocal type: Strong contemporary Tenor up to G.
JANICE (and others): An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naive about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her. (around 20 yrs. old) Vocal type: Contemporary soprano with strong pop belt and mix up to E.
BEVERLEY (and others): The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverley Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes. (50's) Vocal type: Strong mezzo with an easy mixed or belted C#.
DIANE (and others): A traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out that he's safe, she's given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder, more carefree side of herself. (50's) Vocal type: Warm natural contemporary soprano with strong mix up to D.
NICK (and others): An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane. (50's) Vocal type: warm, natural baritone or baritenor with an easy E and strong pop sensibility.
KEVIN T (and others): The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town's generosity, Kevin creates the Pay It Forward Foundation. (30-50s) Vocal type: Strong contemporary tenor up to G.
KEVIN J (and others): Kevin's boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible. (30-50's) Vocal type: Tenor or baritone
BOB (and others): A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he's landed, fearing that it's World War 3, that someone going to shoot him and steal his wallet-but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness. (20-40's African-American) Vocal type: Baritone
HANNAH (and others): The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. (40-60's African-American) Vocal type: Contemporary soprano with strong pop belt and mix up to E.
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