The Tony Award-winning musical by Irene Sankoff and David Hein

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COME FROM AWAY

DIRECTED BY KATALINA HADFIELD

AUDITIONS JUNE 7-8 | PERFORMANCES AUG. 7-23

 

Thank you for your interest in auditioning for Come From Away at LCCT! Please read all of the instructions below to ensure the best audition experience possible.

 

ABOUT THE SHOW

 

Come From Away is based on the true story of the time when the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland, played host to the world. What started as an average day in a small town turned into an international sleepover, when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to Gander’s airstrip on September 11, 2001. This is a story about community, resilience, and shared understanding that speaks to our community today.

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This show is typically performed by just 12 actors. Because of the substantial amount of talent in our region and the heavy lift asked of each cast member, we will cast up to 24 actors to help tell this complex and powerful story.

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AUDITION INFORMATION

 

We are interested in bringing together a wide variety of talent and enthusiasm from a diverse array of performers, regardless of background or expertise. Please read the instructions below in order to be prepared to audition. This will help us see the best version of you!

 

Auditions will take place in four 1.5-hour blocks. You must sign up for one of these blocks. Auditions will consist of a 30-45 minute group singing audition, followed by cold readings of select character sides and monologues.

 

If you are interested in being a featured soloist, then please prepare a

30-second excerpt of a contemporary musical theatre song. A bluetooth speaker will be provided for accompaniment, if desired, but a cappella is fine too. No other form of accompaniment will be provided.

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Sign up for an audition slot here.

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Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled audition slot start time in order to fill out paperwork.

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Audition Slots
 

Sunday, June 7, 2026
6 to 7:30 pm (arrive at 5:45 pm)
7:30 to 9 pm (arrive at 7:15 pm)

 

Monday, June 8, 2026
6 to 7:30 pm (arrive at 5:45 pm)
7:30 to 9 pm (arrive at 7:15 pm)

 

All auditions will take place at LCCT in Downtown Las Cruces.

 

Actors should review the rehearsal and performance schedule, and make note of any conflicts that they have at auditions when they fill out their audition forms. Some conflicts will be allowed with rehearsals, but we ask that you please prioritize this show to the extent possible. No conflicts will be allowed during the final week of rehearsals or during performances.

 

View rehearsal and performance schedule here.
(Subject to change.)

 

Because every part will consist of singing, dancing, and acting of some sort, we ask that you please plan to attend for the full length of your audition slot. Every part has a different level of movement, singing, and acting, so we want to see what you can bring to the table. If you feel particularly weak in one of those areas, that’s more than okay! We need people from all walks of life and skill levels in order to make this musical work.

 

CALLBACKS

You will receive a text message by Tuesday morning 6/9/26 at 10am if you are needed for a callback. If you do not receive this text by Tuesday morning at 10am, then you will not be needed for a callback. We will only hold callbacks if absolutely necessary – so please do not fret if you do not receive a text!

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CASTING

Initial casting offers will begin to go out via text message starting Tuesday 6/9/26. You will have 24 hours to respond in some way, or you will be considered a "no" and the offer will go out to someone else. If you need more time to consider, please let us know within that 24 hour window how much extra time you will need, and we will make arrangements as needed.

Please feel free to reach out to the director, Katalina Hadfield, with any questions at all! You can reach her at katalina.hadfield@proton.me. 

Break a leg!

 

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CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS

This show features over 40 named characters, as well as dozens of other unnamed characters. Below we have listed some of the more prominent characters and featured soloists who we will be keeping top of mind while casting. Listed are their gender and age presentations, as well as any additional vocal, accent, and ethnicity requirements.

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If you don’t see a character here that you connect with, fret not! We are seeking actors of all ages, genders, races, ethnicities, and abilities. If you’re interested in being a part of this show, come as you are and have fun!

 

EVERY actor in the cast will play at least one additional unlisted supporting character (but likely more than one!).

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NEWFOUNDLANDERS

CLAUDE
Masculine | Age 40-70 | Canadian Accent
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.

 

JANICE
Feminine | Age 20-30 | Canadian Accent
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.

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BONNIE
Feminine  | Age 20-55 | Canadian Accent
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.

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OZ
Masculine | Age 25-55 | Canadian Accent
The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town's population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways.

 

BEULAH
Feminine | Age 40-60 | Canadian Accent
The head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, who befriends Hannah.

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ANNETTE
Feminine | Age 20-35 | Canadian Accent
A schoolteacher at Gander Academy with an active fantasy life.

 

GARTH
Masculine | Age 25-55 | Canadian Accent
The head of the local union, representing the Bus Drivers.

 

DOUG
Masculine | Age 25-55 | Canadian Accent
An Air Traffic Controller, married to Bonnie, who tries to help his wife and the animals.

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EDDIE
Masculine | Age 55 - 75 | Canadian Accent
The only Rabbi in Gander, Newfoundland, with a backstory that packs a punch.

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OTHER NEWFOUNDLANDERS
At least a dozen other locals who help out in this time of crisis.

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COME FROM AWAYS

 

DIANE
Feminine | Age 40-50
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.

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HANNAH
Feminine | Age 40-60
The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah.

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BEVERLEY
Feminine | Age 45 - 55 | Southern Accent
The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverley Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes.

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NICK
Masculine | Age 45-55 | British Accent
An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick's life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane.

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KEVIN T.
Masculine | Age 30-50
The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they became stranded in Gander. Kevin is inspired by the town’s generosity.

 

KEVIN J.
Masculine | Age 25-45
Kevin's boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible.

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ALI
Masculine | Age 25 - 65 | Middle Eastern or Black | Egyptian Accent 
An Egyptian man traveling to America who experiences isolation and Islamophobia but who finds a connection to Beulah.

 

FLIGHT ATTENDANT
Any Gender | Age 20-35
Helps wrangle the plane people during times of emotional (and physical) turbulence.

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BOB
Masculine | Age 20-40
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.

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OTHER COME FROM AWAYS
At least a dozen other people who arrived by plane in this strange new land.