"Come From Away": Transforming tragedy into art, darkness into light
Summary
The musical "Come From Away" tells the true story of how people in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, helped thousands of stranded airline passengers after the U.S. stopped all flights on September 11, 2001. Created by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, the show uses interviews and folk music to show the kindness and support offered during this crisis.Key Facts
- After the 9/11 attacks, U.S. airspace was closed, forcing 38 international flights to land in Gander, Newfoundland.
- The town’s residents helped about 7,000 passengers and crew by providing shelter, food, and comfort.
- The musical "Come From Away" was written by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, who researched the story during the 10th anniversary of 9/11.
- The show premiered in New York City in 2017 and won several awards, including Drama Desk and a Tony Award.
- It combines interviews, stories, and Newfoundland folk music to tell the story of kindness during a difficult time.
- The musical has played worldwide and is available as a live performance on Apple TV+.
- Both creators were living in New York during 9/11 and experienced local community support firsthand.
- The musical highlights how communities come together to support each other during emergencies.
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