“Come From Away”
AUDITIONS

Auditions: Sunday, May 31st and Monday, June 1st. 6:00-9:00pm at The Keeton (108 Donelson Pike, Nashville). Callbacks (if needed) will be Wednesday, June 3rd. 

The Keeton Theatre, 108 Donelson Pike Nashville 37214.

Please prepare to sing 32 bars of a contemporary musical theater song (tracks or sheet music, no a cappella). While this is not a dancing show, everyone will learn a short “movement” combination. There may be cold readings from the script. *Familiarize yourself with the Newfoundland dialect. Some characters require additional different accents.

We will have cold readings from the script. Please sign up for the night you want to audition here.

We encourage diverse casting and welcome all ethnicities.
All roles are available. This is a volunteer opportunity. 

Performance Dates: August 14-30. Rehearsals will begin June 15th.

If you have any questions please contact Susan Walsworth at susanwalsworthrn@gmail.com

SYNOPSIS

Come From Away is the story of the people of Gander, Newfoundland who suddenly became hosts to 7,000 airline passengers who were stranded there when their flights got diverted from New York on September 11th, 2001. It is a story of kindness, courage, community, and hope. A powerful musical about coming together and helping one another.

For tips on how to do a Newfoundland accent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXEsZc_e5SY

To watch the full show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LCf42ZsEGE

Original Cast Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V49bo9b9UQE&list=OLAK5uy_lFgAVx9F07Nr1W2mlAGYzQ6LDP9IFPqp8

Character Breakdown

Claude Elliott

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.

Also plays Derm and Brenda’s Brother, Eddie.

Gender: male

Age range: 40 to 60

Baritone, top note: G4

Bonnie Harris

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.

Also plays Martha.

Gender: female

Age range: 30 to 50

Mezzo-Soprano, top note: B4

Beulah Davis

The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son who walks Hannah to her church and prays with her.
Also plays Delores.

Gender: female

Age range: 40 to 60

Mezzo Soprano, top note: G5

Oz Fudge

The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways.
Also plays Joey, Customs Officer, Mr. Michaels, Terry, Matty, Rabbi, and Head Cardiologist.

Gender: male

Age range: 30 to 50

Baritone, top note: G4

Janice Mosher

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.
Also plays Britney and Flight Attendant.

Gender: female

Age: 20 to 30

Mezzo Soprano, top note: E5

Capt. Beverly Bass

Ahe first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverly Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes.

Also plays Annette and Reporter.

Gender: female

Age range: 50 to 60

Mezzo soprano, top note: E5

Diane Gray

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.

Also plays Crystal and Brenda.

Gender: female

Age: 45 to 60

Mezzo Soprano, top note: E5

Nick Marson

(An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane.
Also plays Doug, Officer Stephenson, and Male Townsperson.

Gender: male

Age: 50 to 60

Baritone, top note: E4

Kevin Tuerff

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.
Also plays Garth and President Bush.

Gender: male

Age: 30 to 50

Tenor/Baritone, top note: G4

Kevin Jung

Kevin's boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible.
Also plays Dwight and Ali.

Gender: male, (Ali is Egyptian)

Age: 30 to 50

Baritone, top note: G4

Bob

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.
Also plays Muhumuza and Captain Bristol.

Gender: male, African American

Age: 20 to 40

Baritone, top note: G4

Hannah O’Rourke

The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah.
Also plays Margie and Mickey.

Gender: female, African American

Age: 40 to 60

Alto, top note: E5