COME FROM AWAY
Theatre 25€
Friday 2 October · until 4 Oct
The musical by Irene Sankoff and David Hein about the week when the small town of Gander, in Newfoundland, welcomed almost 7,000 passengers from 38 planes diverted after the 11 September 2001 attacks, directed by Pedro Pernas with musical direction by Nuno de Sá. All sessions have surtitles in Portuguese and English.
Synopsis “Come from Away” is a musical created by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. It is based on the events that took place in the town of Gander, in Newfoundland (Canada), in the week following the 11 September 2001 attacks. During that period, with US airspace closed, 38 planes carrying almost 7,000 passengers were diverted to Gander. The town's residents welcomed these people, putting them up, feeding them and supporting them until they could continue their journey. Artistic credits Direction Pedro Pernas Musical Direction Nuno de Sá Choreography and Movement Laura Póvoa Set and Costume Design Ana Paula Rocha Costume Design Assistant Madalena Cáceres Additional Information Audio-described sessions: 2 October at 21h, and 4 October at 16h. The stage touch tour takes place one hour before the start of the session. All sessions have surtitles in Portuguese and in English. Prices 1st Stalls - 35€ 2nd Stalls - 25€ Bench - 30€ DISCOUNTS: People with specific conditions (free companion) - 20% Performing arts students - 10% (only available at the local box offices of Teatro Variedades and Capitólio). 25% discount on tickets purchased until 28 February 2026