We’re thrilled that you’re coming to our callbacks for COME FROM AWAY at The Gateway Playhouse!

For this callback, please prepare the FULL material for your requested role(s) which can be accessed via the links below. If you are being considered for Swing, I’ve included full details at the bottom of this page on which specific sides/songs to prepare.

Any questions or concerns, please email me at hdbauditions@gmail.com

COME FROM AWAY MATERIAL
(Required Accents/Dialects are listed below each character for your reference)

BELULAH (Click here to access material)
Accents/Dialects: Beulah Davis Newfoundland

BEVERLY (Click here to access material)
Accents/Dialects: Beverly Bass (pilot) General American, Annette (Gander local) Newfoundland

BOB (Click here to access material)
Accents/Dialects: Bob (New Yorker) New York / General American, Muhumuza (refugee) Ugandan African

BONNIE (Click here to access material)
Accents/Dialects: Bonnie Harris (SPCA worker) Newfoundland

CLAUDE (Click here to access material)
Accents/Dialects: Claude Elliott (mayor) Newfoundland

DIANE (Click here to access material)
Accents/Dialects: Diane (divorced mom) Southern American (Texan)

HANNAH (Click here to access material)
Accents/Dialects: Hannah O’Rourke General American, Micky (Gander local) Newfoundland

JANICE (Click here to access material)
Accents/Dialects: Janice Mosher (reporter) Newfoundland, Flight Attendant (American) General or any Regional American

KEVIN J (Click here to access material)
Accents/Dialects: Kevin J. (corporate traveler) General American, Ali (Egyptian passenger) Middle Eastern (Egyptian), Dwight (Gander local) Newfoundland

KEVIN T (Click here to access material)
Accents/Dialects: Kevin T. (American) General American, Garth (Newfoundlander) Newfoundland

NICK (Click here to access material)
Accents/Dialects: Nick (British businessman) British, Doug (air traffic controller) Canadian / Newfoundland-lite

OZ (Click here to access material)
Accents/Dialects: Oz (police officer) Newfoundland, Terry (Gander local) Newfoundland

SWINGS – Please prepare the materials listed below for your assigned Swing Track.

  • If you were assigned a Role and a Swing Track, prepare the complete packet for your assigned role as well as the additional swing materials listed below.

  • If you were assigned SWING only, you do not need to prepare the full packets for every role. Prepare only the materials listed below for your designated Swing Track.

SWING- Bonnie, Diane, Janice
Bonnie Side 1
Diane Song Cut
Janice Side 1

SWING- Beulah, Bonnie, Diane, Janice
Beulah Side 1
Bonnie Side 1
Diane Song Cut
Janice Side 1

SWING- Hannah, Beverley, Beulah, Diane
Hannah Side 1
Beverly Song Cut
Beulah Side 1
Diane Song Cut

SWING- Bonnie, Beverley, Beulah, Diane
Bonnie Side 1
Beverly Song Cut
Beulah Side 1
Diane Song Cut

SWING- Kevin J, Kevin T, Oz, Bob
Kevin T - The Prayer Song Cut
Kevin J - Sides
Oz Side 1
Bob Side 1

SWING- Claude & Nick
Claude Side 1
Nick Side 1
Nick Song Cut

PLEASE ONLY ACCEPT THIS CALLBACK APPOINTMENT iF YOU ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE FULL REHEARSAL AND PRODUCTION DATES!


COME FROM AWAY – GATEWAY PLAYHOUSE

Producer/Theatre Company: The Gateway Playhouse
Executive Artistic Director: Paul Allan
Associate Artistic Director: Michael Baker
Director: Keith Andrews
Musical Director: Ryan O’Connell
Casting: Holly Buczek, HDB Casting

Rehearsals: July 21st, 2026 – August 6th, 2026
Performances: August 7, 2026 – September 6, 2026
Self-Tape Initial: June 12th, 2026
In Person Callbacks: June 25th & June 26th, 2026, in NYC

Contract:
AEA: $640/week minimum (Ref. to COST) *Principal tracks starting at $750/wk and up
Non-Union: $550/week

Housing is provided on property in Bellport, NY.  Transportation provided at top of rehearsal and at the end of the run-- all rehearsals and performances take place at the Gateway Playhouse on Long Island in Bellport, NY.

Storyline: Come From Away tells the remarkable true story of how the small, remote town of Gander, Newfoundland became an unexpected refuge for the world. On September 11, 2001, 38 planes carrying thousands of passengers were suddenly rerouted to Gander’s airstrip, turning an ordinary day into an extraordinary act of global compassion. Amidst fear, uncertainty, and cultural differences, the residents of Gander opened their hearts and homes—offering food, music, comfort, and a whole lot of kindness. In the face of tragedy, strangers became friends, and a tiny town reminded us all of our shared humanity.

BEVERLEY & OTHERS: 30 to 50 years old, all ethnicities. Character is female (cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary). Excellent singer with a high mix/belt and soprano voice. An American Airlines pilot, Beverley has always loved flying, but her world is changed when she hears about coworkers who were killed in the attacks, and when she is confronted by passengers who refuse to fly again. Also plays ANNETTE, a local teacher at the Gander Academy who assists Beulah and often lapses into fantasies about the newcomers. Strong Mezzo -- easy mixed or belted C#.

BEULAH & OTHERS: 30s to 60s, all ethnicities. Character is female (cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary). Excellent singer with an alto/belt with mix voice. Head of the Gander Legion, with a firefighter son, she befriends Hannah, walking to church and praying with her, while overcoming her suspicions of Ali. Quick-witted and open hearted, Beulah loves to share a joke. Also plays Delores. Mezzo -- belt to B.

BONNIE & OTHERS: 25 to 55 years old, all ethnicities. Character is female (cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary). Excellent singer with a strong alto/2nd soprano voice. A no–nonsense mother of 3, 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 sometimes lashes out at her husband, Doug. Also plays Martha. Mezzo -- belt to B.

DIANE & OTHERS: 40 to 60 years old, all ethnicities. Character is female (cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary). Alto belt and mix/soprano voice. Diane is 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 he is safe, she’s given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder more carefree side of herself. Also plays Crystal and Brenda. Warm, Contemporary Soprano -- mix up to D.

HANNAH & OTHERS: 30 to 55 years old, Black, East Asian, Hispanic, Indigenous, Middle Eastern, North African, South Asian woman. Character is female (cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary). Soulful belt and mix/soprano voice. The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. Also plays Martie and Mickey. Contemporary Soprano -- mix up to E.

JANICE & OTHERS: 20 to 35 years old, all ethnicities female identifying. Character is Female (cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary). Excellent characterful belt voice comfortable with mix/soprano. Comedy skills a plus. 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. Also plays Britney and Flight Attendant. Strong pop belt -- mix to E. Contemporary Soprano -- strong pop belt -- mix to E.

BOB & OTHERS:  Mid 20s to 30’s, Black. Character is male (cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary). Baritone. A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he’s landed, fearing that someone will take advantage of him – but instead he ends up losing his New York jadedness. Also plays Muhumuza and Captain Bristol. 20’s – 30’s. Baritone.

CLAUDE & OTHERS: 30 to 65 years old, all ethnicities. Character is male (cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary). Rich, characterful baritone voice. The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople, and his daily traditions, but he’s never before had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude. Also plays DERM, mayor of the nearby town of Appleton. Baritone – G. 

KEVIN J & OTHERS: 20 - 45 years old, MENASA. Character is male (cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary). Excellent rich baritenor/tenor 2 voice. Kevin T’s boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave and get back to the U.S. as soon as possible. Also plays ALI, an Egyptian passenger and master chef with a big heart. Tenor or Baritone.

KEVIN T & OTHERS: 25 to 55 years old, all ethnicities. Character is male (cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary). Excellent tenor voice. The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town’s generosity, Kevin searches for greater meaning and ways to give back. Also plays the role of GARTH, head of the local union representing the bus drivers as well as President GW Bush. Contemporary Tenor -- G.

NICK & OTHERS: 40 to 65 years old, all ethnicities. Character is male (cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary). Characterful baritenor or tenor voice. An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick’s life is turned upside down when he falls for another passenger, Diane. Also plays DOUG, an air traffic controller and husband to Bonnie. 50’s. Pop Baritone or Baritenor -- E.

OZ & OTHERS: 25 to 55 years old, all ethnicities. Character is male (cisgender, transgender, or nonbinary). Excellent pop tenor voice. The quirky constable in the two–person Gander police force. When the town’s population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways. Also plays the role of JOEY, a rambunctious passenger on one of the planes who enjoys a good drink as well as Customs Officer, Rabbi and Head Cardiologist. Tenor – G.

SWINGS: 20s-50s, all gender identities, all ethnicities. Excellent actor/singers who can cover multiple tracks in the show.