Come From Away Tickets
Procter & Gamble Hall at Aronoff Center | Cincinnati, Ohio
On Thursday 20th March 2025, Procter & Gamble Hall at Aronoff Center is hosting a exclusive production of the uplifting Broadway musical Come From Away. The critically acclaimed show delves into universal human themes centered on compassion, resilience, and humanity, as highlighted in the wake of 9/11.
Be a part of as the Tony Award-nominated musical brings you to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland. At that sleepy outpost, around 38 international flights were unexpectedly rerouted 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 obscure town's population nearly two times over. The story depicts how Gander and its residents came together, offering help and assisting neighbors in need.
Tickets for the Thursday 20th March 2025 production begin at $43. Reserve your seat now to secure a top-tier musical theater presentation at Procter & Gamble Hall at Aronoff Center this spring.
Come From Away takes the stage at Procter & Gamble Hall at Aronoff Center this spring. The extraordinary production shares its uplifting message directly to Cincinnati, Ohio, on Thursday 20th March 2025. The hit Broadway musical serves as a reflection of the human spirit, highlighting the power of kindness and connection during a challenging international emergency.
The storyline
The story centers around the events of September 11, 2001, and how the terrorist attacks unexpectedly reached Gander, Newfoundland. Almost 7,000 passengers from 38 flights, found themselves 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 vision 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 storytellers visited Gander on the 10th anniversary of 9/11 to meet with locals and even some of the "plane people" who had returned to rekindle the friendships built during the crisis.
Celtic, folk, and rock influences intertwine to depict an authentic view of Newfoundland's culture and closeness. A live band brings the score to life onstage, including standout numbers like “Welcome to the Rock,” which sets the tone for Gander’s tale.
Awards and Recognition
Since its Broadway debut, 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, Outstanding Book of a Musical, and Outstanding Featured Actress.
The New York Times hailed it as "a big bearhug of a musical," emphasizing its consistent power to evoke deep emotions. The Guardian commended its "big-hearted, feel-good energy" as the center 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 create an engaging narrative.
- Celebration of humanity. At a time when divisiveness dominates headlines, Come From Away delivers a powerful reminder of human nature’s resilience under distress.
- Award-winning excellence. With numerous accolades, including Tony and Olivier Awards, the production is universally regarded as one of the best Broadway performances of the modern era.
Seize this opportunity to experience the best of Broadway at Procter & Gamble Hall at Aronoff Center on Thursday 20th March 2025. With tickets starting at $43, Come From Away tickets will go quickly for this Thursday performance.
