Canada’s maritime province had to deal with culture clashes, dietary differences, sanitary challenges, imperatives of food, clothing and lodging, 19 stray animals, and the sheer psychic shock of doubling your town’s population in a matter of days. Check out reviews from various tour stops below! Come from Away first North American tour reviewed at Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave. ends on January 6, 2019 in Los Angeles for tickets ($30-$135), call 213.972.4400 or visit CTG. THE OTHER SIDE OF TERROR. A true ensemble piece, the tour cast of "Come From Away" includes: Kevin Carolan (Claude and Others), Harter Clingman (Oz and Others), Nick Duckart (Kevin J./Ali and Others), Chamblee Ferguson (Nick and Others), Becky Gulsvig (Beverly and Others), Christine Toy Johnson (Diane and Others), Julie Johnson (Beulah and Others), James Earl Jones II (Bob and Others), Megan McGinnis (Bonnie and Others), Danielle K. Thomas (Hannah and Others), Andrew Samonsky (Kevin T. and Others), and Emily Walton (Janice and Others). Even still, there are scenes that leave you nearly in tears. Ted Hoover, Pittsburgh Current: What's so remarkable about Come From Away is that the writers know exactly how far they can push toward sentimentality without ever tripping over themselves; they've created characters (all of whom are based on real people) who exist on a level of theatrical honesty that's rare. I have never seen such an even and steady flow of dialogue to song and back in a show. Maybe because we need them so much, miracles are hard to take but crucial to believe. Come from Away first North American tour reviewed at Cadillac Palace Theatre ends on August 18, 2019 in Chicago for tickets visit Broadway in Chicago, TOUR CONTINUES THROUGH 2020 (or longer) for dates and cities, visit Come from Away. It just didn’t move me in the same way it seemed to move everyone else in the audience. And never enough pay phones to call home. Individual performers shine in brief solos: Marika Aubrey devastated as the mother of a missing firefighter in "Here", Becky Gulsvig made me want to stand up and cheer in her girl-power tale of becoming American Airlines' first female captain ("Me and the Sky"), and James Earl Jones II's confessional line deliveries had me cracking up. Each moment feels deeply, thoughtfully considered, and the actors transition between them with such ease it feels more like a magic trick than a performance. Save for the show-stopping jig, "Screech In," there's no other momentary pause for praise - even though Becky Gulsvig deserved some for her exquisitely-belted "Me and the Sky." Jordan Riefe, The Hollywood Reporter: Tony nominee Jenn Colella from the Broadway cast leaves big shoes to fill as Beverly, the pilot, but Becky Gulsvig gives it her level best. ... Review: "Come From Away" - National Tour(Los Angeles) The terrific orchestrations by August Eriksmoen include fiddle, tin whistle (an Irish flute), accordion, and bodhrán (a handheld, shallow Irish drum). John Harding, DC Metro Theater Arts: Director Christopher Ashley manages to suggest the play's major settings with just a nondescript backdrop, lighting cues and a stage full of chairs. Canadian musical Come From Away is showing at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre. “Lead Us Out of the Night”: The title says all as this one-act, unexpectedly hilarious and deeply moving, replenishes our badly depleted faith in humanity. More amazingly, they have taken one of the darkest moments of modern history and inverted it into a shining, exuberant, and relentlessly entertaining and instructive example of our highest possible selves as a species. They're required to seamlessly switch between characters (and accents) at a moment's notice. Eric Andrews-Katz, Equality 365: The book, music and lyrics are written by married couple Irene Sankoff and David Hein. A single set - composed of lofty trees, spinning tables and chairs, and a versatile, cleverly lit wall - provides the backdrop. Shelter takes on a new meaning, likewise “Blankets and Bedding” for the folks who have “come from away.” Two couples, one gay and one not, are tested in dramatically different ways. Come From Away On Tour Musical .
After so much excitement and a crash course in compassion, Gander’s good citizens inevitably feel a let-down (“Something’s Missing”). Come from Away is a miracle musical in every way. The opening chorus “Welcome to the Rock” sets the table for a tale of the “kindness of strangers.” We glimpse a labor of love in a land where the people are necessarily less harsh than the terrible weather and ancient granite (“Somewhere in the Middle of Nowhere”).
Come from Away first North American tour reviewed at Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave. ends on January 6, 2019 in Los Angeles for tickets ($30-$135), call 213.972.4400 or visit CTG, TOUR CONTINUES THROUGH SEPT. 2019 (or longer) for dates and cities, visit Come from Away.
Having that may have helped to make this a more sophisticated and impactful musical — one which could have left us shattered — but that’s not what the creators were going for, they simply wanted to give voice to the good in the world at a time of inconsolable grief.
Chris Colfer Talks About His Book 'A Tale of Witchcraft', VIRTUE Starring Joshua Henry and Margaret Colin to Stream on BOD, Kristin Chenoweth Performs at Rebel Girls United Rally, Best Moves for Strength and Fitness from MFF's Harold Gibbons, Marie's Crisis Pianists Will Resume Daily Sets on Facebook. As for the score, forget hummable tunes and expect only one true song. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant: The talk is fast and rhythmic. TOUR CONTINUES THROUGH SEPT. 2019 (or longer) for dates and cities, visit Come from Away It is beautifully sung and acted by Danielle K. Thomas whose fierce determination to find him while thousands of miles away overpowers any sense of despair or self-pity.
Kat Boogaard, Post Crescent: There really aren't enough words to adequately capture the talent packed into this cast. The national tour of "Come From Away" is warming hearts across America. Suddenly the residents of an obscure island had to cope with 7,000 immediate guests. It is so well coordinated by both writers/composers that you are pulled in, held onto and never allowed to let go. Come From Away definitely makes you think, especially given what is going on in the world today, with millions of immigrants trying to escape the horrors of their respective countries and being denied entry by many xenophobic nations, including ours. There's much movement, a lot of stomping and arm-waving.
Canada’s maritime province had to deal with culture clashes, dietary differences, sanitary challenges, imperatives of food, clothing and lodging, 19 stray animals, and the sheer psychic shock of doubling your town’s population in a matter of days. Check out reviews from various tour stops below! Come from Away first North American tour reviewed at Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave. ends on January 6, 2019 in Los Angeles for tickets ($30-$135), call 213.972.4400 or visit CTG. THE OTHER SIDE OF TERROR. A true ensemble piece, the tour cast of "Come From Away" includes: Kevin Carolan (Claude and Others), Harter Clingman (Oz and Others), Nick Duckart (Kevin J./Ali and Others), Chamblee Ferguson (Nick and Others), Becky Gulsvig (Beverly and Others), Christine Toy Johnson (Diane and Others), Julie Johnson (Beulah and Others), James Earl Jones II (Bob and Others), Megan McGinnis (Bonnie and Others), Danielle K. Thomas (Hannah and Others), Andrew Samonsky (Kevin T. and Others), and Emily Walton (Janice and Others). Even still, there are scenes that leave you nearly in tears. Ted Hoover, Pittsburgh Current: What's so remarkable about Come From Away is that the writers know exactly how far they can push toward sentimentality without ever tripping over themselves; they've created characters (all of whom are based on real people) who exist on a level of theatrical honesty that's rare. I have never seen such an even and steady flow of dialogue to song and back in a show. Maybe because we need them so much, miracles are hard to take but crucial to believe. Come from Away first North American tour reviewed at Cadillac Palace Theatre ends on August 18, 2019 in Chicago for tickets visit Broadway in Chicago, TOUR CONTINUES THROUGH 2020 (or longer) for dates and cities, visit Come from Away. It just didn’t move me in the same way it seemed to move everyone else in the audience. And never enough pay phones to call home. Individual performers shine in brief solos: Marika Aubrey devastated as the mother of a missing firefighter in "Here", Becky Gulsvig made me want to stand up and cheer in her girl-power tale of becoming American Airlines' first female captain ("Me and the Sky"), and James Earl Jones II's confessional line deliveries had me cracking up. Each moment feels deeply, thoughtfully considered, and the actors transition between them with such ease it feels more like a magic trick than a performance. Save for the show-stopping jig, "Screech In," there's no other momentary pause for praise - even though Becky Gulsvig deserved some for her exquisitely-belted "Me and the Sky." Jordan Riefe, The Hollywood Reporter: Tony nominee Jenn Colella from the Broadway cast leaves big shoes to fill as Beverly, the pilot, but Becky Gulsvig gives it her level best. ... Review: "Come From Away" - National Tour(Los Angeles) The terrific orchestrations by August Eriksmoen include fiddle, tin whistle (an Irish flute), accordion, and bodhrán (a handheld, shallow Irish drum). John Harding, DC Metro Theater Arts: Director Christopher Ashley manages to suggest the play's major settings with just a nondescript backdrop, lighting cues and a stage full of chairs. Canadian musical Come From Away is showing at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre. “Lead Us Out of the Night”: The title says all as this one-act, unexpectedly hilarious and deeply moving, replenishes our badly depleted faith in humanity. More amazingly, they have taken one of the darkest moments of modern history and inverted it into a shining, exuberant, and relentlessly entertaining and instructive example of our highest possible selves as a species. They're required to seamlessly switch between characters (and accents) at a moment's notice. Eric Andrews-Katz, Equality 365: The book, music and lyrics are written by married couple Irene Sankoff and David Hein. A single set - composed of lofty trees, spinning tables and chairs, and a versatile, cleverly lit wall - provides the backdrop. Shelter takes on a new meaning, likewise “Blankets and Bedding” for the folks who have “come from away.” Two couples, one gay and one not, are tested in dramatically different ways. Come From Away On Tour Musical .
After so much excitement and a crash course in compassion, Gander’s good citizens inevitably feel a let-down (“Something’s Missing”). Come from Away is a miracle musical in every way. The opening chorus “Welcome to the Rock” sets the table for a tale of the “kindness of strangers.” We glimpse a labor of love in a land where the people are necessarily less harsh than the terrible weather and ancient granite (“Somewhere in the Middle of Nowhere”).
Come from Away first North American tour reviewed at Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave. ends on January 6, 2019 in Los Angeles for tickets ($30-$135), call 213.972.4400 or visit CTG, TOUR CONTINUES THROUGH SEPT. 2019 (or longer) for dates and cities, visit Come from Away.
Having that may have helped to make this a more sophisticated and impactful musical — one which could have left us shattered — but that’s not what the creators were going for, they simply wanted to give voice to the good in the world at a time of inconsolable grief.
Chris Colfer Talks About His Book 'A Tale of Witchcraft', VIRTUE Starring Joshua Henry and Margaret Colin to Stream on BOD, Kristin Chenoweth Performs at Rebel Girls United Rally, Best Moves for Strength and Fitness from MFF's Harold Gibbons, Marie's Crisis Pianists Will Resume Daily Sets on Facebook. As for the score, forget hummable tunes and expect only one true song. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant: The talk is fast and rhythmic. TOUR CONTINUES THROUGH SEPT. 2019 (or longer) for dates and cities, visit Come from Away It is beautifully sung and acted by Danielle K. Thomas whose fierce determination to find him while thousands of miles away overpowers any sense of despair or self-pity.
Kat Boogaard, Post Crescent: There really aren't enough words to adequately capture the talent packed into this cast. The national tour of "Come From Away" is warming hearts across America. Suddenly the residents of an obscure island had to cope with 7,000 immediate guests. It is so well coordinated by both writers/composers that you are pulled in, held onto and never allowed to let go. Come From Away definitely makes you think, especially given what is going on in the world today, with millions of immigrants trying to escape the horrors of their respective countries and being denied entry by many xenophobic nations, including ours. There's much movement, a lot of stomping and arm-waving.
Don Grigware, BroadwayWorld: Sankoff and Hein have also written the passionately surging music and lyrics. Come From Away will have you walking out of the theatre with a warm heart and hope that we as a nation, even in the worst times times, can come together to selflessly love thy neighbor no matter what country, religion or gender. LES MIS, PHANTOM, & MARY POPPINS on BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT. BroadwayHD's October Lineup - SWEENEY TODD, A STAR IS BORN, & More! Review: COME FROM AWAY (North American Tour) by Lawrence Bommer on August 1, 2019. in Theater-Chicago,Tours. That song, along with multiple other ensemble numbers like "Screech In" (performed in the town bar) and the finale, are the anchors of the show as well as its melodic highlights. Certain engagements and performances of this tour may be canceled or postponed due to the evolving coronavirus situation. Given the context of 9/11, it’s ironic that little seems high-risk here; the potential for very significant gains or losses in the brisk intermissionless 100 minutes is negligible. With book, music and lyrics by married couple Irene Sankoff and David Hein — Torontonians themselves — Come from Away truly embodies the spirit of Canada’s denizens as I’ve come to know them: Generous, authentically nice people with little sense of entitlement. Her "Me and the Sky," an aria dropped in late in the show about combatting sexism to be a pilot, is a high point.
Come from Away is a miracle musical in every way.
Canada’s maritime province had to deal with culture clashes, dietary differences, sanitary challenges, imperatives of food, clothing and lodging, 19 stray animals, and the sheer psychic shock of doubling your town’s population in a matter of days. Check out reviews from various tour stops below! Come from Away first North American tour reviewed at Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave. ends on January 6, 2019 in Los Angeles for tickets ($30-$135), call 213.972.4400 or visit CTG. THE OTHER SIDE OF TERROR. A true ensemble piece, the tour cast of "Come From Away" includes: Kevin Carolan (Claude and Others), Harter Clingman (Oz and Others), Nick Duckart (Kevin J./Ali and Others), Chamblee Ferguson (Nick and Others), Becky Gulsvig (Beverly and Others), Christine Toy Johnson (Diane and Others), Julie Johnson (Beulah and Others), James Earl Jones II (Bob and Others), Megan McGinnis (Bonnie and Others), Danielle K. Thomas (Hannah and Others), Andrew Samonsky (Kevin T. and Others), and Emily Walton (Janice and Others). Even still, there are scenes that leave you nearly in tears. Ted Hoover, Pittsburgh Current: What's so remarkable about Come From Away is that the writers know exactly how far they can push toward sentimentality without ever tripping over themselves; they've created characters (all of whom are based on real people) who exist on a level of theatrical honesty that's rare. I have never seen such an even and steady flow of dialogue to song and back in a show. Maybe because we need them so much, miracles are hard to take but crucial to believe. Come from Away first North American tour reviewed at Cadillac Palace Theatre ends on August 18, 2019 in Chicago for tickets visit Broadway in Chicago, TOUR CONTINUES THROUGH 2020 (or longer) for dates and cities, visit Come from Away. It just didn’t move me in the same way it seemed to move everyone else in the audience. And never enough pay phones to call home. Individual performers shine in brief solos: Marika Aubrey devastated as the mother of a missing firefighter in "Here", Becky Gulsvig made me want to stand up and cheer in her girl-power tale of becoming American Airlines' first female captain ("Me and the Sky"), and James Earl Jones II's confessional line deliveries had me cracking up. Each moment feels deeply, thoughtfully considered, and the actors transition between them with such ease it feels more like a magic trick than a performance. Save for the show-stopping jig, "Screech In," there's no other momentary pause for praise - even though Becky Gulsvig deserved some for her exquisitely-belted "Me and the Sky." Jordan Riefe, The Hollywood Reporter: Tony nominee Jenn Colella from the Broadway cast leaves big shoes to fill as Beverly, the pilot, but Becky Gulsvig gives it her level best. ... Review: "Come From Away" - National Tour(Los Angeles) The terrific orchestrations by August Eriksmoen include fiddle, tin whistle (an Irish flute), accordion, and bodhrán (a handheld, shallow Irish drum). John Harding, DC Metro Theater Arts: Director Christopher Ashley manages to suggest the play's major settings with just a nondescript backdrop, lighting cues and a stage full of chairs. Canadian musical Come From Away is showing at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre. “Lead Us Out of the Night”: The title says all as this one-act, unexpectedly hilarious and deeply moving, replenishes our badly depleted faith in humanity. More amazingly, they have taken one of the darkest moments of modern history and inverted it into a shining, exuberant, and relentlessly entertaining and instructive example of our highest possible selves as a species. They're required to seamlessly switch between characters (and accents) at a moment's notice. Eric Andrews-Katz, Equality 365: The book, music and lyrics are written by married couple Irene Sankoff and David Hein. A single set - composed of lofty trees, spinning tables and chairs, and a versatile, cleverly lit wall - provides the backdrop. Shelter takes on a new meaning, likewise “Blankets and Bedding” for the folks who have “come from away.” Two couples, one gay and one not, are tested in dramatically different ways. Come From Away On Tour Musical .
After so much excitement and a crash course in compassion, Gander’s good citizens inevitably feel a let-down (“Something’s Missing”). Come from Away is a miracle musical in every way. The opening chorus “Welcome to the Rock” sets the table for a tale of the “kindness of strangers.” We glimpse a labor of love in a land where the people are necessarily less harsh than the terrible weather and ancient granite (“Somewhere in the Middle of Nowhere”).
Come from Away first North American tour reviewed at Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave. ends on January 6, 2019 in Los Angeles for tickets ($30-$135), call 213.972.4400 or visit CTG, TOUR CONTINUES THROUGH SEPT. 2019 (or longer) for dates and cities, visit Come from Away.
Having that may have helped to make this a more sophisticated and impactful musical — one which could have left us shattered — but that’s not what the creators were going for, they simply wanted to give voice to the good in the world at a time of inconsolable grief.
Chris Colfer Talks About His Book 'A Tale of Witchcraft', VIRTUE Starring Joshua Henry and Margaret Colin to Stream on BOD, Kristin Chenoweth Performs at Rebel Girls United Rally, Best Moves for Strength and Fitness from MFF's Harold Gibbons, Marie's Crisis Pianists Will Resume Daily Sets on Facebook. As for the score, forget hummable tunes and expect only one true song. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant: The talk is fast and rhythmic. TOUR CONTINUES THROUGH SEPT. 2019 (or longer) for dates and cities, visit Come from Away It is beautifully sung and acted by Danielle K. Thomas whose fierce determination to find him while thousands of miles away overpowers any sense of despair or self-pity.
Kat Boogaard, Post Crescent: There really aren't enough words to adequately capture the talent packed into this cast. The national tour of "Come From Away" is warming hearts across America. Suddenly the residents of an obscure island had to cope with 7,000 immediate guests. It is so well coordinated by both writers/composers that you are pulled in, held onto and never allowed to let go. Come From Away definitely makes you think, especially given what is going on in the world today, with millions of immigrants trying to escape the horrors of their respective countries and being denied entry by many xenophobic nations, including ours. There's much movement, a lot of stomping and arm-waving.