7,000 Stranded Passengers. One Small Town. A Remarkable True Story.
CLOC Musical Theatre is thrilled to present the Australian Non-Professional Premiere Production of COME FROM AWAY to be staged at The National Theatre St Kilda from 11 to 26 October, 2024.
Winner of four Olivier Awards including Best New Musical (London production) and the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical (Broadway), the show that has captured hearts world-wide shares the ‘other story’ of 9/11 following the 7,000 air passengers from all over the world grounded and cared for by a small Newfoundland community, who took these ‘come from aways’ into their homes and their lives.
Director Rob Robson, Musical Director Malcom Huddle and Choreographer Tailem Tynan join forces to bring this remarkable true story to life.
Tickets are on sale so book yours today! You don't want to miss out.
CLOC Musical Theatre is thrilled to present the Australian Non-Professional Premiere Production of COME FROM AWAY to be staged at The National Theatre St Kilda from 11 to 26 October, 2024.
Winner of four Olivier Awards including Best New Musical (London production) and the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical (Broadway), the show that has captured hearts world-wide shares the ‘other story’ of 9/11 following the 7,000 air passengers from all over the world grounded and cared for by a small Newfoundland community, who took these ‘come from aways’ into their homes and their lives.
Director Rob Robson, Musical Director Malcom Huddle and Choreographer Tailem Tynan join forces to bring this remarkable true story to life.
Tickets are on sale so book yours today! You don't want to miss out.
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PRODUCTION TEAM
Director....................................................... Rob Robson Musical Director................................... Malcom Huddle Choreographer....................................... Tailem Tynan Set Design Adaptation & Set Painter........................................... Sally Martin Costume Designer............................... Sam Gore Wig/Make Up Designer................... David Clausen-Wisken Lighting Designer................................. Brad Alcock Sound Designer...................................... Marcello Lo Ricco Production Manager............................ Alannah Woods Assistant Production Manager.... Robbie Wilton Assistant to the Director.................. Bryce Dunn Dialect Coach........................................... Nikki Zhao |
CAST:
Beulah (and others)…..... Natasha Bassett Bonnie (and others)…..... Elyse Batson Claude (and others)…..... Ric Birkett Kevin T (and others)…... Owen Clarke Oz (and others)…............... Shaun Kingma Diane (and others).…..... Jacqueline McCallum Beverley (and others).… Rosa McCarty Janice (and others)…...... Hayley Nissen Bob (and others)…............ Jayson Paul Nick (and others)…........... Richard Perdriau Kevin J (and others)….... Shane Pritchard Hannah (and others)…... Vikaye Sithole |
Please note that due to ongoing mechanical issues, the stairclimber at The National Theatre is no longer operational.
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PERFORMANCE DATES
Friday 11 October ........................8pm Saturday 12 October .................8pm Sunday 13 October ....................2pm (Matinee) Wednesday 16 October ...........8pm Thursday 17 October ...............8pm Friday 18 October ........................8pm Saturday 19 October .................2pm (Matinee) Saturday 19 October .................8pm Sunday 20 October ....................2pm (Matinee) Wednesday 23 October ….…....8pm Thursday 24 October ….............8pm Friday 25 October .........................8pm Saturday 26 October ..................2pm (Matinee) |
TICKET PRICES
Adults...................................................$68 Concessions & Groups**........$62 Child (16 and under)..................$42 ** Group: 15 tickets or more (excluding children) ** Concession: Govt Age Pensions, Seniors Cards, Students 16+ A mail out fee of $2 per order delivered via Australia Post. No other fees apply. CHANGE TO ACCESSIBILITY AT THEATRE: We have been advised by The National Theatre that, due to ongoing mechanical issues, the stairclimber at The National Theatre is no longer operational. While limited physical assistance can be provided by front of house personnel in ascending the stairs, there will be no capacity for wheelchairs or people unable to climb the stairs (other than with minor assistance) to reach the main auditorium. |
Age Guidance:
Recommended for ages 10 years and older.
Please be advised that Come From Away contains some adult themes and infrequent, mild swearing. Sensitive viewers who remember the day may experience some emotional triggers.
Parental discretion is recommended.
Parking:
Please note that the Coles Multi-Storey Car Park now closes at 11:30pm instead of midnight. For Public Transport Information, Parking and useful links for eateries etc in the area, please click here
Flexible Ticket Policy:
We want you to have peace of mind when you book your tickets, so have adopted the following ticketing policy. If any show is cancelled, or if you are prevented from attending a performance due to a COVID related issue (eg if you are experiencing COVID symptoms and are required to isolate), you will be given the option to change your tickets to a later show, where safe and subject to availability, or receive a full refund of your ticket price.
Assistance:
If you have any special needs e.g. access to the theatre or require access to priority seating for sight, hearing or mobility issues, then please make sure you call our friendly ticket secretary as soon as possible on 1300 362 547 to make your booking. This is especially important for wheelchair patrons. Due to ongoing mechanical issues, the stairclimber at The National Theatre is no longer operational. We and the team at The National Theatre apologise sincerely for this difficulty, particularly for those who may not be able to join us as a result. We are assured by The National Theatre that there will be a stairclimber in operation by early 2025.
Venue Opening Times:
The National Theatre will open the foyer 45 minutes prior the designated performance time i.e. 7:15pm for an 8:00pm evening show and 1:15pm for a 2:00pm matinee show.
The Box Office:
The Box Office will be open 45 minutes prior to the designated performance time, however, we recommend you purchase and download/print your tickets online.
Preferred Payment Method:
The National Theatre requires ‘tap & go’ payment at the bars. CLOC also prefers ‘tap & go’ payments.
Remember you have the option to pre-purchase a program with your CLOC ticket order.
Duration:
100 minutes with no interval.
Please note that due to ongoing mechanical issues, the stairclimber at The National Theatre is no longer operational.
CLOC Musical Theatre
presents
COME FROM AWAY
Book, Music and Lyrics by
IRENE SANKOFF and DAVID HEIN
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia).
11 October – 26 October, 2024
The National Theatre Melbourne
20 Carlisle Street, St Kilda
presents
COME FROM AWAY
Book, Music and Lyrics by
IRENE SANKOFF and DAVID HEIN
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia).
11 October – 26 October, 2024
The National Theatre Melbourne
20 Carlisle Street, St Kilda
