In a heartfelt tribute to the aftermath of the Sept. 11, 2001 attack at the World Trade Center, the Tony award-winning musical "Come From Away" is set to arrive in Manila, offering a fresh, Filipino-led interpretation of the emotional story.
"Come From Away" which is based on a true story, will be held at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Circuit Makati for a limited season edition from June 6 to June 29, 2025. The musical, which premiered on Broadway in 2013, serves as an inspiring reminder of how, even in the darkest times, humanity’s capacity for compassion shines brightest.
Set against the backdrop of a small town in Newfoundland, Canada, the musical chronicles the extraordinary events that unfolded when 38 planes, carrying over 7,000 passengers, were diverted to Gander International Airport after the 9/11 tragedy. What follows is a powerful tale of kindness, community, and resilience, as the residents of Gander come together to care for the stranded travelers in the crisis.
Presented by GMG Productions and Stages, the Manila production promises a unique cultural twist, with an all-Filipino cast, creatives, and crew bringing the heartfelt story to life.
Directed by Michael Williams and with music direction by Rony Fortich, the ensemble cast features some of the Philippines' most celebrated theater talents, including Cathy Azanza-Dy, Caisa Borromeo, Garrett Bolden, Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante, and Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, among many others.
Tickets will be available for purchase starting Feb. 22, 2025, through Ticketworld, with a pre-sale period running from Feb. 18 to 21.
Fans of Philippine theater can also enjoy early access via GMG Productions’ official 2025 season partner, UnionBank of the Philippines.
You can sign up to join the waitlist on the GMG Productions official website here. For more updates, visit GMG Productions on Instagram, Facebook, and X (Formerly Twitter).
