Sioux Falls, SD — The Washington Pavilion is thrilled to announce the national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will make its Sioux Falls debut on the Mary W. Sommervold Hall stage May 3–8, 2022.
COME FROM AWAY tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Canada that welcomed them. Nearly 40 planes were diverted to Gander, Newfoundland, when they couldn’t land in the United States after the September 11th attacks in 2001. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. The people of Gander showed hospitality, generosity and kindness to the “come from aways,” and tucked inside the narrative is a fabulous love story, too.
“This show is honestly life changing. The stories woven into this musical are beautiful and heart-breaking and thoughtful and inspiring. This will be a show that you will take with you forever. It is truly one of the most incredible pieces of art and storytelling I’ve ever experienced. I can’t say enough about the profound beauty of this show,” says Regina Ruhberg, Director of Performances and Events for Washington Pavilion Management, Inc.
COME FROM AWAY is a modern musical originally produced in 2015. It began performances on Broadway in February 2017 and officially opened to critical acclaim on March 12, 2017. It continues to play to standing-room-only audiences. A “Best Musical” winner all across North America, the smash hit musical has won the Tony Award for “Best Direction of a Musical” (Christopher Ashley).
On September 11, 2001, the world stopped. On September 12, their stories moved us all.
Tickets are available throughout the eight performances, including two matinees and six evening performances. To purchase tickets, go to WashingtonPavilion.org, visit the Box Office at 301 S. Main Ave. or call 605-367-6000.
About Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. (WPMI)
Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest arts organization in the state. The management company oversees and programs two historic City of Sioux Falls facilities: the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and the Orpheum Theater Center. The company also provides professional management services, including administration; arts, science and educational programming; ticketing; event management; marketing; and more to other arts and nonprofit organizations. For information, please call 605-367-6000 or visit WashingtonPavilion.org.