INAGURUAL PRODUCTION

FIRST TIME ON THE CIVIC STAGE!

ABOUT THE SHOW: COME FROM AWAY

Grand Rapids Civic Theatre kicks off the Centennial Season with a message of kindness, unity, and resilience: 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. Book, music, and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein.

“…the physiological confirmation that this effervescent musical, enveloped in Canadian good will, is an antidote for what ails the American soul…” – Washington Post

RATED: PG-13 for mature thematic elements surrounding the 9/11 terrorist attacks, including intense emotional scenes, discussions of fear, grief, and loss, along with mild profanity and alcohol consumption

Come From Away is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

PERFORMANCE DATES AND TIMES

September 11-27, 2026 (Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:00pm)

TICKETS

CLICK HERE for tickets.

Sponsor

Come From Away is proudly sponsored by West Michigan Toyota Dealers. Additional sponsorships available; interested in learning more? CLICK HERE for details.

Accessible Programming AND RESOURCES

ASL Interpretation: September 18 | Pre-Show Touch Tour, Audio Description: September 19 | Relaxed Environment: September 16 |  Spotlight Social Club: September 6 | Pick Your Price: Every Wednesday

Learn more about accessibility at Grand Rapids Civic Theatre HERE.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Join us for the Civic Centennial Community Block Party on Sunday, September 27, 2026.

STAGE DOOR DRINKS + LIBATIONS

Dates to be announced.

AUDITION

CLICK HERE to learn more.

MEET THE CAST

CLICK HERE for the cast list.

MEET THE PRODUCTION TEAM

Co-Director: Allyson Paris

Co-Director/Choreographer: Erin Kacos Pott

Music Director: Josh Keller

Stage Manager: Shanell Haigh

VOLUNTEER

CLICK HERE to get involved with the production.

BEHIND THE SCENES

Check back to see how the show is brought to life at Grand Rapids Civic Theatre.

DIGITAL PLAYBILL

Once the show has opened, you can CLICK HERE to access the show’s Digital Playbill. Why digital and not printed? This decision had many factors that went into it including the reduction of our paper footprint in an effort to be more climate-conscious as well as budgetary restrictions coming out of the pandemic. Digital Playbills remain archived long-term and can be accessed HERE.

MEDIA AND MARKETING

From promotional and production video trailers to local television and radio spots, you’ll find it all here.

For media requests, contact Noddea Skidmore, Director of Marketing and Communications, at n.skidmore@grct.org.

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