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COME FROM AWAY

Book, Music and Lyrics by IRENE SANKOFF and DAVID HEIN

Direction & Choreography by Blake Kelley

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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.

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • Auditions are open to all members of the community and parts may be cast with performers of any ethnicity. 

  • All performers must be at least 18 years old to audition.

  • Roles may be cast without callbacks.

  • Rehearsals and performances are held at Stageworks Theatre, 10760 Grant Road, Houston, Texas 77070

  • All performers, 18 and older, are paid a modest gas stipend at the conclusion of the production.

rehearsals

A detailed rehearsal schedule will be distributed following casting.

Not all performers will be called to every rehearsal.​

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MORE DETAILS COMING SOON!

performances

Thursday pick-up rehearsals may be required once the show has opened.

  • February 12 @ 7:30pm

  • February 13 @ 7:30pm

  • February 14 @ 2:00pm

  • February 19 @ 7:30pm

  • February 20 @ 7:30pm

  • February 21 @ 2:00pm

  • February 26 @ 7:30pm

  • February 27 @ 7:30pm

  • February 28 @ 2:00pm

  • March 5 @ 7:30pm

  • March 6 @ 2:00pm

  • March 6 @ 7:30pm

  • March 7 @ 2:00pm

Audition Information

  • Saturday, November 21​

  • ​Performers should bring a current headshot and resume, stapled together.

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MORE DETAILS COMING SOON!

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character breakdowns

Stageworks Theatre is committed to inclusive casting. Performers of all ethnicities, body types, gender identities, and abilities are encouraged to audition.

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Claude & 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.

 

Also plays Derm and Brenda’s Brother, Eddie.

 

Gender: male

Age: 40 to 60

Vocal range top: G4

 

Bonnie & others

A no-nonsense mother of three, 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.

 

Also plays Martha.

 

Gender: female

Age: 30 to 40

Vocal range top: B4

 

Beulah & others

The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her.

 

Also plays Delores.

 

Gender: female

Age: 40 to 60

 

Oz & others

The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways.

 

Also plays Joey, Customs Officer, Mr. Michaels, Terry, Matty, Rabbi, and Head Cardiologist.

 

Gender: male

Age: 30 to 50

Vocal range top: G4

 

Janice & others

An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her.

 

Also plays Britney and Flight Attendant.

 

Gender: female

Age: 20 to 30

Vocal range top: E5

 

Beverley & others

The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverly Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes.

 

Also plays Annette and Reporter.

 

Gender: female

Age: 50 to 60

Vocal range top: C#5

 

Diane & 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.

 

Also plays Crystal and Brenda.

 

Gender: female

Age: 50 to 60

Vocal range top: C#5

Vocal range bottom: A3

 

Nick & others

An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane.

 

Also plays Doug, Officer Stephenson, and Male Townsperson.

 

Gender: male

Age: 50 to 60

Vocal range top: E4

 

Kevin T & 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.

 

Also plays Garth and President Bush.

 

Gender: male

Age: 30 to 50

Vocal range top: G4

 

Kevin J & others

Kevin's boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible.

 

Also plays Dwight and Ali.

 

Gender: male

Age: 30 to 50

 

Bob & others

A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he's landed, fearing that it's World War 3, that someone is going to shoot him and steal his wallet - but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness.

 

Also plays Muhumuza and Captain Bristol.

 

Gender: male

Age: 20 to 40

 

Hannah & others

The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah.

 

Also plays Margie and Mickey.

 

Gender: female

Age: 40 to 60

Vocal range top: E5

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