Come from Away

"Those Who Came From Afar" tells the story of 7,000 passengers who were stranded in the town of Gander, Newfoundland, when all flights to the United States were grounded on September 11, 2001. Performed live and filmed at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, the play tells the story of people coming together and showing solidarity in a time of crisis in a heart-warming way. As the passengers and locals process the tragedy, they find love, humor and hope. The play is filled with a series of vignettes featuring real-life stories that audiences can empathize with. These stories can make the audience cry, laugh and, most importantly, think. Moviegoers have experienced and been deeply moved by the powerful examples of humanity, kindness, and solidarity that emerge from tragedy.

Where Filmed: Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, New York City