Community Players Of Concord Plans August Auditions For November 'Come From Away' Run

CONCORD, NH — The Community Players of Concord have announced auditions for their fall musical, "Come From Away," with an Information Night and multiple audition dates scheduled in August at the group’s studio on Josiah Bartlett Road.

"Come From Away" is based on the true story of when 38 planes carrying thousands of people from around the world were diverted to the airstrip in Gander, Newfoundland, during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States. The show tells the story of how residents of the small community welcomed stranded travelers despite cultural clashes and language barriers.

The production is scheduled for Nov. 20 to Nov. 22 at the Concord City Auditorium. It will be directed by Betsey Cox-Buteau, who directed last season’s "The Addams Family," with music direction by Michael Shaw and choreography by Caleb Anderson.

Auditioners are asked to register in advance by completing an online audition form before audition night. The Community Players said additional information and a link to the registration form are available on the group’s webpage at communityplayersofconcord.org/auditions-none-mainstage. The form also includes links to character descriptions, audition sides and songs, an audition dance video, and rehearsal and conflicts information.

The group will also hold an Information Night at 6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 3, at the Community Players Studio, 435 Josiah Bartlett Road in Concord. This session is intended as a chance to register for auditions, learn more about the show, meet the creative team, and learn the dance steps.

Auditions will be held at the same location at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 9, with walk-ins closing at 8 p.m. A second audition session is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 10, with walk-ins also closing at 8 p.m.

Callbacks are scheduled for 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 12, and 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13, at the Players Studio.

Those interested in auditioning can find more details and registration materials through the Community Players of Concord website before the August tryouts begin.