Auditions Sept 9, 10 and 12, 2026

Callbacks Sept 13, 2026

 

Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein

 

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.

 

This production features BIPOC and MENA roles.

 

Please read through the character descriptions below, fill out the registration form and click on SUBMIT. Then move on to book your appointment date and time.

 

Character Breakdown

CLAUDE / DERM / EDDIE  (male, 40-60, vocal range top G4) – 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.

BONNIE and others (female, 30-40, vocal range top B4) – 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 Staff 7/Hindu Passenger/Flight Attendant (“Me & the Sky”)/Reporter 5.

BEULAH and others (female, 40-60) – The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her. Also plays Staff 5+8/Customs Officer 4.

OZ and others (male, 30-50, vocal range top G4) – 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 Pilot 7/Mr. Michaels/Matty/Joey.

JANICE and others (female, 20-30, vocal range top E5) – 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 Pilot 1/Passenger 6/Party Girl/Crowd 12.

BEVERLY / MUHUMZA’S WIFE (female, 50-60, vocal range top C#5) – The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverly Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes. Also plays Muhumza’s Wife

ANNETTE and others (female, 50-60, vocal range top C#5) – A schoolteacher at Gander Academy with an active fantasy life. Also plays Control 6/Party Girl/Flight Attendant (“Me & the Sky”)/Passenger 12.

DIANE and others (female, 50-60, vocal range top C#5, bottom A35) – 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 Control 9/Pilot 9/Local 9/Crowd 10.

DOUG / NICK and others (male, 50-60, vocal range top E4) – Doug: An Air Traffic Controller, married to Bonnie, who tries to help his wife and the animals. Nick: An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick’s life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane.. Also plays Control 12/Male Townsperson.

 

Character Breakdown

KEVIN T / GARTH and others (male, 30-50 vocal range top G4 ) – Kevin T: 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. Garth: The head of the local union, representing the Bus Drivers. Also plays Control 8/Pilot 8/Local 8.

KEVIN J / ALI and others (male, 30-50) – Kevin J: Kevin’s boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible. Ali: An Egyptian man traveling to America who experiences isolation and Islamophobia but who finds a connection to Beulah. Also plays Dwight/Pilot 2+3/Staff 9

HANNAH and others (female, 40-60, vocal range top E5) – The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. Also plays Control 2/Staff 6/Passenger 2/Local 12.

BOB and others (male, 20-40)  – 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 Captain Bristol/Muhumza/Control 10/Pilot 10.

Ensemble Roles

FLIGHT ATTENDANT  Main; “Me & the Sky” (female) – Also plays Britney/Control 4/Staff 10.

CRYSTAL (female) – Also plays Brenda/Control 7/Crowd 11/Party Girl/Passenger 1/Pilot 11.

DELORES (female)  – Also plays Control 3/Crowd 5/Flight Attendant (“Me & the Sky”)/Passenger 8.

MARTHA (female) – Also plays Control 5/Flight Attendant (“Me & the Sky”)/Passenger 10/Pilot 4+5.

MARGIE (female)  – Also plays Control 11/Flight Attendant (“Me & the Sky”)/Passenger 11

RABBI (male) – Also plays Micky/Brenda’s Brother/George W. Bush/Robin/Control 6/Head Cardiologist.

TERRY (female)  – Also plays Control 4/Custom Officer 7/Party Girl/Flight Attendant (“Me & the Sky”)/Staff 12.

Audition Dates:

Wednesday, Sept 9th – 6:40pm to 10pm 
Thursday, Sept 10th  – 6:40pm to 10pm
Saturday, Sept 12th  – 10am to 3pm
Callbacks Sunday, Sept 13th
All auditions will take place at The Kirk, 362 Merritt St, St Catharines.

 

Audition Requirements:

Choose 34 bars of a song that will show off your vocal talent! Upload the sheet music, preferably as a pdf file. This is so our live accompanist can prepare for your audition by learning the music. Let us know of any key changes, start/finish points in the Special instructions/notes field of the form.
Should you need to change your appointment time, please send an email to gardencityproductions@gmail.com. We can change it for you. Please do not book a second appointment.
Cold read from the script. Sides will be provided at the time of audition.

 

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Please note that we provide live accompaniment for your vocal audition. 
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