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“Come From Away” Director Lora Adams Leads 2026 Run

8/19/2026

Summary

Story summary

Lora Adams directs “Come from Away” at Black Box Theatre in Moline, Illinois from August 28 to September 12, 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11, honoring Gander, Newfoundland.
Tickets cost $25.
Shows run Fridays, Saturdays, Thursday, September 10 at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m.
The cast includes Abby Bastian, Krystle Gascoigne and Noah Hill, with music by Amy Trimble, choreography by Madeleine Rhode, lighting by Alexander Richardson and set design by Lora Adams.

History

Historical Context

After the September 11 2001 attacks, Operation Yellow Ribbon rerouted 38 international flights to Gander, Newfoundland, where mayor Dave Cox organized volunteers to serve 1,200 meals and open 300 hotel rooms for 6,122 stranded passengers. In 2026, director Lora Adams stages “Come from Away” at Moline’s Black Box Theatre, a $25 tribute that keeps Gander’s hospitality alive for new audiences.

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Story summary

Lora Adams directs “Come from Away” at Black Box Theatre in Moline, Illinois from August 28 to September 12, 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11, honoring Gander, Newfoundland.
Tickets cost $25.
Shows run Fridays, Saturdays, Thursday, September 10 at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m.
The cast includes Abby Bastian, Krystle Gascoigne and Noah Hill, with music by Amy Trimble, choreography by Madeleine Rhode, lighting by Alexander Richardson and set design by Lora Adams.

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