Come From Away (Broadway) NYC Reviews and Tickets

93%

(5362 Ratings)

Positive

98%

Mixed

Negative

Members say

Absorbing, Entertaining, Must see, Delightful, Clever

About the Show

A charming true story of a tiny Canadian town that cared for 7000 grounded travelers post-9/11.

On September 11, 2001 the world changed, and the tiny town of Gander opened its doors for 6,579 stranded passengers. 'Come From Away' details the days following 9/11 as Gander prepared their town to host double their population; where people of all kinds meet, connect, grieve, and move through trauma together, finding hope in local traditions and new friendships.

Christopher Ashley won a Tony for his direction of the show in which an ensemble of actors play multiple characters with little more than chairs for props in this powerful and heartwrenching musical about humanity and kindness during dark times.

The musical is by Canadian husband and wife team Irene Sankoff and David Hein, who prior to 'Come From Away' had a Toronto Fringe hit with their first show, 'My Mother’s Lesbian Jewish Wiccan Wedding.'

Show-Score Member Reviews (5,362)

Absorbing, Delightful, Great staging

See it if You want a feel-good musical, but not in a traditional way

Don't see it if honestly I can't think of anything. See this show.

Absorbing, Resonant, Moving

See it if you want to feel hopeful and inspired, as well as entertained.

Don't see it if don't like musicals.

Entertaining, Great staging, Profound, Relevant, Resonant

See it if you want your heart to grow 20x larger upon exiting the theatre, you love Jen Collela belting to the rafters, need a solid cry

Don't see it if 9/11 didn't effect you -- in which case, you have no soul.

Great singing, Great writing, Absorbing, Enjoyable, Touching

See it if You are interested in a good play about a true story of hospitality in times of need after 9/11.

Don't see it if Stories about 9/11 are too close for comfort or you are not ready for a positive 9/12 story.

Delightful, Refreshing, Entertaining

See it if you'd like a feel-good musical. A very entertaining and optimistic show about the possiblity of goodness and generosity in human nature.

Don't see it if it's too early for you to see an entertainment related to 9/11. The show isn't about the horrors of the day, but it is in that context. Read more

Absorbing, Heartfelt, Thought-provoking, Excellent, talented cast, Must see

See it if enjoy original musicals or stories based on a true, historical event.

Don't see it if I think everyone should see it, even those who were affected closely by that horrific day (9/11/2001)

Absorbing, Intense, Resonant, Riveting, Entertaining

See it if you are excited for a lesser known narrative from a universally known story, told by a strong ensemble cast that will make you laugh and cry

Don't see it if you want theater magic with lights, sets, and costumes, or if you want to walk away with a particular tune to hum

Great singing, Must see, Delightful, Refreshing, Exquisite

See it if You want to see an uplifting musical that gives light to a tragedy that everyone knows of. You love ensemble shows, this is one of the best.

Don't see it if You don't like ensemble shows or if you get uncomfortable with a story that concerns 9-11. You don't want to see a heartwarming musical.

Critic Reviews (63)

Trailer

Creative team

David Hein

Composer / Bookwriter / Lyricist

Irene Sankoff

Composer / Bookwriter / Lyricist

Christopher Ashley

Director

Jenn Colella

Beverley/Annette & Others