The international hit musical Come From Away is coming to Muskoka—and you can be part of it!
This exciting new co-production by the Huntsville Theatre Company (HTC), Theatre Muskoka, and the Huntsville Festival of the Arts (HfA) will run December 17–20, 2026, at the Algonquin Theatre in Huntsville with a potential extension up to December 23rd.
Producers are thrilled to invite local performers to register for open auditions:
Audition Dates:
● Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Rene Caisse Theatre (Bracebridge)
● Sunday, May 31, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Algonquin Theatre (Huntsville)
Information Sessions (strongly encouraged):
● Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 7:00-9:00 PM | HfA Studio (Huntsville)
● Monday, May 25, 2026 | 7:00-9:00 PM | Rene Caisse Theatre (Bracebridge)
Rehearsals will begin in June with a pause over the summer months. Rehearsals will then pick up again in September and continue up until the run of the performance. The production will feature five performances in Huntsville with a possible extension of up to 8 performances total. More information will be shared at the information sessions.
Audition Requirements
Producers are seeking actors approximately mid-20s to 60s (minimum age 20 years old)
● Prepare a song in a similar musical theatre style
● Bring sheet music (an accompanist will be provided) or a backing track on a Bluetooth-enabled device
● Auditions will be approximately 10 minutes
● No scene work is required at initial auditions (callbacks may include acting work)
● Attendance at an information session is encouraged but not required
To book an audition time, performers must complete the online Audition Request Form at comefromawaymuskoka.ca.
Deadline to register: May 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM
Spots are first-come, first-served. Limited walk-in auditions will be accommodated as time permits. To register or to find out more, please visit comefromawaymuskoka.ca.
Please note: all roles are non-paying.
About the Show
Come From Away is a critically acclaimed musical with book, music, and lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. The production has received 37 award nominations and 13 wins, including Best New Musical at the Olivier Awards and Outstanding Musical at the Drama Desk Awards.
Based on a true story, the musical tells of the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, which welcomed thousands of stranded airline passengers on September 11, 2001. What began as an ordinary day became an extraordinary moment of generosity, compassion, and human connection. Through music, humour, and heart, the story celebrates how people can come together in the face of uncertainty.
This community theatre production will be directed by Jocelyn Bell-Summersby, a respected local theatre artist with more than 30 years of experience.
“I’m very excited to bring this production to our community,” says Director Jocelyn Bell-Summersby. “It will highlight the talented folks that live here as well as the importance of being part of such a special community like Muskoka. Not only is the storytelling in this production outstanding but the characters that are brought to life on stage will be ones that will stay close with us for years to come.”
From the Huntsville Festival of the Arts
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