Come From Away Cast on Bringing the Powerful 9/11 Story to Las Vegas | Artists to Watch

The cast of Come From Away joins host Carlaya on Artists to Watch – Las Vegas for a conversation about bringing the acclaimed musical’s powerful true story of compassion, community, and human connection to the Super Summer Theatre stage.

Director Nakazi Harris and cast members Iler Evan, Rich, and Amy Solomon discuss portraying real people whose lives intersected in Gander, Newfoundland, after 38 planes carrying thousands of passengers were diverted there following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The cast shares how research, firsthand conversations with people connected to the true story, and the production’s focus on authentic storytelling helped shape their performances. 

The conversation also explores the musical’s enduring message of kindness, including how the people of Gander opened their community to complete strangers and how relationships formed during those extraordinary days continue decades later. The cast explains why that message feels especially meaningful as the production coincides with the 25th anniversary of September 11. 

Come From Away runs September 4–19 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, closing out Super Summer Theatre’s 51st season. Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. 

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