# Come From Away lands in West Fargo

> Stage West brings the Tony-winning musical about stranded 9/11 passengers and Gander's kindness to local audiences.
- Title: Come From Away lands in West Fargo · Valleynewslive | Shortify
- Summary: Stage West brings the Tony-winning musical about stranded 9/11 passengers and Gander's kindness to local audiences. Come From Away turns a moment of fear and…
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- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/09/15/stage-west-present-come-away-beginning-oct-1
- Published: 2026-09-15T22:30:09.295+00:00
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- Topics: theater, musical, west fargo, community, 9/11, news, local
## A Tony winner arrives
Stage West will present Come From Away, the Tony Award-winning musical based on the true events after the Sept. 11 attacks.

> Stage West will present “Come From Away,”
## Flights diverted north
The story follows nearly 7,000 passengers whose planes were sent to Gander, Newfoundland, after U.S. airspace closed.

> nearly 7,000 passengers from around the world
## Strangers became hosts
Gander residents opened homes, schools, kitchens and public spaces to travelers who suddenly had nowhere else to go.

> opened their homes, schools, kitchens and community
## Local artists take it on
Stage West says its cast and creative team have poured time, talent and heart into bringing the story to West Fargo.

> time, talent and heart
## Shows start Oct. 1
Performances run Oct. 1-4 and Oct. 6-8 at Stage West Studio, 300 Sheyenne St. in West Fargo.

> Performances are scheduled for Oct. 1-4 and Oct. 6-8
## Tickets are on sale
Seats cost $24 to $32 and can be bought through the West Fargo Events website.

> Tickets range from $24 to $32
## Key takeaway

Come From Away turns a moment of fear and displacement into a story about strangers choosing generosity.