Come From Away Tickets
Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall | Fort Myers, Florida
On Thursday 27th February 2025, Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall is presenting a exclusive production of the uplifting Broadway musical Come From Away. The critically acclaimed show works with timeless human themes centered on compassion, resilience, and humanity, as expressed in the wake of 9/11.
Be a part of as the Tony Award-nominated musical transports you to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland. At that sleepy outpost, around 38 international flights were unexpectedly sent to a local airport. There, the planes remained, grounded during all of the uncertainty that shocked the world on September 11, 2001.
These stranded travelers unexpectedly increased the small town's population nearly two times over. The story portrays how Gander and its residents came together, welcoming people and lending a hand neighbors in need.
Tickets for the Thursday 27th February 2025 production start at $95. Reserve your seat now to secure a top-tier musical theater presentation at Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall this winter.
Come From Away comes to Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall this winter. The extraordinary production delivers its uplifting message directly to Fort Myers, Florida, on Thursday 27th February 2025. The hit Broadway musical stands as a reflection of the human spirit, highlighting the power of kindness and humanity during a unprecedented international emergency.
About the musical
The story focuses on the events of September 11, 2001, and how the terrorist attacks unexpectedly affected life in Gander, Newfoundland. Almost 7,000 passengers from 38 flights, were suddenly grounded in the remote town far from home and loved ones as that sunny mornings terrorist attacks cleared the skies.
Come From Away is the brainchild of Irene Sankoff and David Hein, the husband-and-wife duo behind the book that led to the musical adaptation. As part of their research, the writers visited Gander on the 10th anniversary of 9/11 to meet with the towns people and even some of the "plane people" who had returned to rekindle the friendships formed during those tense days.
Celtic, folk, and rock influences blend seamlessly to cast an accurate image of Newfoundland's culture and closeness. The live band brings the score to life onstage, including standout numbers like “Welcome to the Rock,” which introduces the story surrounding Gander’s tale.
Awards and Recognition
Since its release on Broadway, Come From Away has received critical praise. It was a seven-time Tony Award nominee in 2017, including Best Musical, and won for Best Direction of a Musical. The production also earned Drama Desk Awards for Outstanding Musical and Outstanding Featured Actress.
The New York Times described it as "an emotional embrace of a production," pointing to its ability to draw out deep emotions. The Guardian applauded its "warm and uplifting essence" as the core of its appeal. Broadway World described it as "a transformative emotional experience," noting its recurring and powerful impact on audiences, while Time Out London spoke of a "gently miraculous masterpiece" underscoring an artistic balance of humor and pathos.
Reasons to enjoy Come From Away
- Inspirational storytelling. The innovative ensemble format and seamless transitions between characters and scenes offer an engaging narrative.
- Celebration of humanity. At a time when divisiveness dominates headlines, Come From Away offers a powerful reminder of human nature’s resilience under pressure.
- Award-winning excellence. With numerous accolades, including Tony and Olivier Awards, the production is widely recognized as one of the best Broadway performances of the modern era.
Seize this chance to experience the best of Broadway at Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall on Thursday 27th February 2025. With tickets priced from $95, Come From Away tickets won’t last long for this Thursday performance.
