COME FROM AWAY

We are already deep into the planning for next year’s KATS’ musical – the remarkable true story that has been captivating audiences. Come From Away: Winner of four Olivier Awards including Best New Musical in London and the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical on Broadway. Promises to be another fab KATS production: Tickets are on sale now…

2026 MUSICAL

Come From Away

Come from Away is the critically acclaimed Olivier Award winning musical featuring the highly original storytelling score by Irene Sankoff and David Hein and directed by Carey Ryan-Carter. It is based on the true story of the moment in history when the tiny isolated town of Gander, Newfoundland, unexpectedly played host to the world. What started as an average day turned into an international sleepover, when 38 planes, carrying 7000 people from around the globe, were diverted to Gander’s airstrip on September 11, 2001 after the closure of American airspace.

Undaunted by cultural clashes and language barriers, the people of Gander jumped into action not only feeding, housing and clothing the stranded travellers but keeping their spirits up at a time of great uncertainty and anxiety with live music, an open bar, the sharing of jokes and the recognition that we’re all part of a global family..

Come From Away is a wonderful opportunity for KATS to spread the show’s upbeat message of kindness, unity, and resilience by following the stories of the unlikely lifelong friendships forged by complete strangers during these 5 days and the incredible true backstories of the characters involved. Although there are moments of deep tear-jerking poignancy, we guarantee you will go home with a warm glow in your heart!

Coming this way soon!