By: MICHAEL SPICER
Executive Director, Theatre Salina
Theatre Salina is one of the first community groups nationally to be given the opportunity to produce "Come From Away."
This amazing musical tells the story the small town of Gander, Newfoundland that doubled in size within a few hours when on 9/11 when 38 planes landed in a few hours and doubled the size of the population. This musical displays the humanity, generosity and humor that made 7,000 residents and 7,000 passengers lifelong friends and with stories worth telling.
With a generous grant from the Jack Wilson Charitable Trust, the theatre is able to offer a free performance on September 11, 2025 at 7:00 pm for first responders; firemen, police, dispatchers, EMT, nurses. Each responder can also bring one person with them.
Twelve talented actors portray more than 50 roles from the major of Gander, to the woman who runs the animal shelter to first day on the job news reporter to Beverley Bass, the first woman to become a captain for a major airline. The story weaves stirring music, humor, and humanity into an award-winning show.
"Come From Away" received Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Circle Critics and Olivier awards across the world. It has toured across the United States, Europe, Asia and Canada. Theatre Salina is one of the first community theatres honored with the opportunity to produce the musical.
The creative team includes musical direction from Tyler Breneman, choreography from Maggie Spicer Brown, set design by Josh Morris, lighting and sound design by J.R. Lidgett, costume design by Jenn Morris, and direction from Michael Spicer.
"Come From Away" will open Theatre Salina's 65th season on September 5th - September 28th.
For more information about tickets, call (785) 827-6126 or visit: https://salinatheatre.com/project/come-from-away/