Welcome to the Rock!
Winner of four Olivier Awards including Best New Musical in London and the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical on Broadway, this smash hit show shares the incredible real-life story of the 7,000 air passengers from all over the world who were grounded in Canada during the wake of 9/11, and the small Newfoundland community that invited these ‘come from aways’ into their lives with open hearts.
Staged by the multi-award winning production company; CentreStage brings together a local cast and creative team for the retelling of the events surrounding Gander and 9/11. Experience this joyous story and soaring music as spirited locals and global passengers come together to forge friendships that will stay with them forever. The first female American Airlines captain, the quick-thinking town mayor, the mother of a New York firefighter and the eager local news reporter are among the many real characters caught at the start of the moment that changed the course of history and whose stories became a true celebration of hope, humanity and unity.
Tony Award-winning director Christopher Ashley alongside Olivier Award-winning writers Irene Sankoff and David Hein bring this uplifting true story to the stage in a life-affirming production that has audiences on their feet night after night.
Don't miss your chance to experience this heartwarming and uplifting musical, with its unforgettable songs including "Welcome to the Rock," "Me and the Sky," and "Stop the World."
Tickets are on sale now!
Event Details:
Dates:
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 07:30pm
Sat, 08 Mar 2025 02:00pm
Sat, 08 Mar 2025 07:30pm
Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:30pm
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:30pm
Sat, 15 Mar 2025 02:00pm
Sat, 15 Mar 2025 07:30pm
Sun, 16 Mar 2025 05:00pm
Wed, 19 Mar 2025 07:30pm
Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:30pm
Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:30pm
Sat, 22 Mar 2025 02:00pm
Sat, 22 Mar 2025 07:30pm
Duration: 140 minutes, no interval.
Suitable for: Recommended for audiences aged 12+
Location: Geelong Arts Centre - The Play House
Warnings: Photography is not permitted during the performance.
This event will contain strobe effects and smoke.
Performance contains adult themes.
Performance contains sensitive content and references to 9/11.