"Come From Away" Audition for the Theater
Performers wanted for the play "Come From Away". Additional details are below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: In the days following September 11, 2001, 38 planes were diverted to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland—nearly doubling its population overnight. Come From Away tells the true story of strangers who became family through generosity, humor, and shared humanity. Fast-paced, ensemble-driven, and deeply moving. Rate: SPT $761 weekly minimum (SPT 8) Additional info: Prepare a brief selection of a song in the style of one of our summer musicals. Instrumentalists, please be prepared to accompany yourself on your instrument if requested. If auditioning for nonmusical shows, prepare a brief monologue. Please bring a headshot and a resume stapled together. Rehearsal – July 21 – August 5, 2026 Performances – August 6 – September 6, 2026 To be considered, please apply.
12 roles
The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he's never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before. Doubles as Derm and Brenda’s Brother, Eddie. Vocal range top: G4
A no-nonsense mother of three, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes, she stops at nothing to ensure their safety - but in frustration, she often lashes out at those around her. Doubles as Martha. Vocal range top: B4
The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her. Doubles as Delores.
The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways. Doubles as Joey, Customs Officer, Mr. Michaels, Terry, Matty, Rabbi, and Head Cardiologist. Vocal range top: G4
An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her. Doubles as Britney and Flight Attendant. Vocal range top: E5
The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverly Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes. Doubles as Annette and Reporter. Vocal range top: C#5
(Track 1) A traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out that he's safe, she's given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder more carefree side of herself. Doubles as Crystal and Brenda. Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: A3
An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane. Doubles as Doug, Officer Stephenson, and Male Townsperson. Vocal range top: E4
The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town's generosity, Kevin creates the Pay It Forward Foundation. Doubles as Garth and President Bush. Vocal range top: G4
Kevin's boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible. Doubles as Dwight and Ali.
A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he's landed, fearing that it's World War 3, that someone is going to shoot him and steal his wallet - but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness. Doubles as Muhumuza and Captain Bristol.
The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. Doubles as Margie and Mickey. Vocal range top: E5
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