The team behind Showbiz Christchurch’s dream run of musical magic is back with ‘Come From Away’, the award-winning Broadway smash that finds a feel-good story in a very sad day.
September 11, 2001 – with New York’s Twin Towers under attack, all air traffic is grounded. In the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, this means the isolated community suddenly finds itself hosting over 7000 stranded passengers from around the globe.
The people of Gander open their hearts as well as their homes. And their bar, of course. Culture clashes and language barriers melt away in the warmth of music and kindness.
Director Michael Lee Porter, musical director Richard Marrett and associate director Angela Johnson return for Showbiz Christchurch’s 2025 production. Combining on the New Zealand premiere of ‘Come From Away’ has reunited the dream team behind ‘Matilda The Musical’, ‘Kinky Boots’ and ‘Mamma Mia!’.
As you would expect from the troupers of Showbiz, it’s an all-singing, all-dancing production that will leave you with a warm heart and a hum all the way home.
Fri 11 – Sun 26 April, Isaac Theatre Royal