August 5, 2026 Brunswick, ME — Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) concludes its landmark 2026 season with one of the most celebrated musicals of the past decade, Come From Away, running August 5 through August 22at the Pickard Theater on the campus of Bowdoin College.
Winner of the Olivier Award for Best New Musical and nominated for seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Come From Away tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 airline passengers unexpectedly stranded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, following the events of September 11, 2001. As the world stood still, the residents of Gander opened their homes, hearts, and lives to complete strangers, creating an unforgettable story of compassion, resilience, and human connection.
Written by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, Come From Away has captivated audiences around the globe with its soaring score, heartfelt storytelling, and celebration of kindness in the face of unimaginable circumstances.
“This production feels like a family reunion,” said Curt Dale Clark, Artistic Director and Executive Producer of Maine State Music Theatre. “Our cast is absolutely stacked with performers our audiences know and love. So many familiar faces are returning to Brunswick for this production, and it truly feels like the family is coming home. These artists have been a huge part of MSMT’s history, and bringing them together to tell this extraordinary story makes this one of the most meaningful productions we’ve ever presented.”
The company includes an all-star lineup of MSMT favorites:
- Charis Leos as Beulah & Others
- Cary Michele Miller as Beverley/Annette & Others
- Kolby Kindle as Bob & Others
- Carolyn Anne Miller as Bonnie & Others
- David Girolmo as Claude & Others
- Amy Bodnar as Diane & Others
- Tarra Conner Jones as Hannah & Others
- Kelly Liz Bolick as Janice & Others
- Stephane Duret as Kevin J./Ali & Others
- Tyler Hanes as Kevin T./Garth & Others
- Gregg Goodbrod as Nick/Doug & Others
- Peter Matthew Smith as Oz & Others
Understudies are Bailey Blaise, Tauren Hagans, Kevin Ivey Morrison, and James Patterson.
The creative team includes Mark Johnson (Director), Kelly Liz Bolick(Choreographer), Harry Collins (Music Director), Andrew Becker (Associate Music Director), Jane Alois Stein (Costume Design), Sam Biondolillo(Lighting Design), Kyle Dixon (Scenic Design), Shannon Slaton (Sound Design), Luis Garcia (Video and Projection Design), Kevin S. Foster II (Wig Design), and Amy M. Bertacini (Production Stage Manager). Dance Captains are Kelly Liz Bolick and James Patterson.
Since its Broadway premiere in 2017, Come From Away has become a worldwide phenomenon, earning critical acclaim for its emotional storytelling, infectious score, and inspiring reminder that even in the darkest moments, people are capable of extraordinary generosity. The musical has been performed in cities around the world and was adapted into the acclaimed filmed production released on Apple TV+.
Whether experiencing the musical for the first time or returning to share it with loved ones, audiences can expect an uplifting theatrical event that celebrates hope, community, and the enduring power of human kindness.
Tickets for Come From Away are available now by visiting msmt.org, calling the Box Office at (207) 725-8769, or visiting the Box Office at 22 Elm Street in Brunswick.
Come From Away is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. For more information, visit www.mtishows.com.
About Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT):
Maine State Music Theatre is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching lives through musical theatre since 1959. Each summer, MSMT produces high-quality musicals, concerts, and family programming, bringing Broadway to the coast of Maine.
Maine State Music Theatre. Bringing Broadway to Brunswick.
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