we flew to Gander to see COME FROM AWAY | a UK to Canada theatre and travel vlog

[@JohnNRoach]

I was 10 years old attending Gander Academy on 9/11. I remember the panic and the scared adults. I remember the all the food and all the people walking around. Very fitting to see CFA in Gander :)

[@chuuu_beth]

Laura’s tree! ❤ she’s there in Gander even though she didn’t make it in person. What a tribute to a lovely friend 💙💛

[@kittyldg7765]

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[@candytoo3729]

Newfoundlander here. Me mom cooked for three days! I was living in Bermuda at the time and did not quite understand the impact. She was, and the area is, so humble.

[@ianday3620]

Brilliant video! Teared up a little at Laura’s tree as it was I, along with Lydia and Charlotte, who planted the tree last year. We had a small unveiling ceremony, attended by David Hein, Michael Rubinoff and a few of the Ganderites. I love Gander as the place and the people are amazing. I’d highly recommend it as a place to visit if anyone is in two minds. FYI, Halifax is the closest connecting airport to Gander and staying there overnight is a must, as you arrive in Gander around lunchtime feeling completely refreshed. 💙💛

[@ReadingAce]

This was absolutely delightful! What a dream to walk around and see all the sights. I just saw a production of Come from Away in Argentina last month and it was fantastic! One of my favorite shows I've had the chance to see in the theatre. I took my mom, who's not a musicals person, and she loved it so much she still talks about it!

[@ThomasCummiskey]

Now I have a new bucket list destination! I love that show, and I love your energy and enthusiasm as a couple. I appreciate your hard work and commitment to the theater!

[@nebulacoffee]

If you go back to Canada for theatre, check out the Stratford Festival. Loads of plays and some musicals every Spring - Autumn across a few theatres in Stratford, Ontario and always excellent quality!

[@courdeleon]

I was surprised how much I cried as you were touring the airport and other CFA spots! Thank you soooo much for doing this! My 3 favorite videos of yours (I love them all of course but I have to have some favorites! This will be right up there with your review of SUFFS and RIDE!! I know I will be watching this many times!🥰 Also, how appropriate for Petrina, a New Foundlander, to play Beverly on her home ground! I am sure she enjoyed it! A little Factoid, Astrid Van Wieren and Sharon Wheatly starred in a comedy play written by Sharon based on her book, "Drive" that played in Gander. It was also directed by Petrina! So excited to hear about Toronto and the review of CFA!🤩😍🥰

[@marmartin9822]

I love this show because it’s so Newfoundland and it’s such a unique story for them but as someone from a different province it’s so rural Canada in general. My own small town in northern Ontario took in six planes so not nearly as many people. I’m so glad you enjoyed your trip!

[@browneyes142a]

Also, in addition to the Come From Away stuff, the museum in the International terminal is amazing with all the history. You have pictures of Fidel Castro sledding, the role Gander played in political defections, and all the glitz and glamour of the celebrities. It's just crazy how much history is represented.

[@HenrisDaddie]

I’m glad you enjoyed your visit to Gander. We live in Halifax and we saw the Broadway version of Come From Away when it came to Halifax on a tour. We loved it and are delighted the wonderful people of Newfoundland and Labrador continue to receive the recognition they deserve. The Governor General is His Majesty The King’s representative in Canada. Each province has a Lieutenant Governor and the three territories have a Commissioner.

[@EMM_84]

What a great trip to take! Thanks for taking us along! Ellie would love that trip too. I really liked the set - so special to have quilt squares submitted and incorporated like that. Im so happy Come From Away is coming back to Toronto. The pandemic for sure was the main, possibly only, reason it had to close. Im pretty sure some of the cast are back in the show as well so that'll be fun.

[@geebee2262]

We were driving through Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming at night, it was pitch black, all we could see was the road ahead in the headlights and the stars. Driving in a very straight road at 50mph and suddenly the road is full of Moose! We braked so hard I'm surprised the tyres didn't catch fire. We were inches from the Moose! He turned his head slowly around so it overhung the bonnet and looked at us, then turned back and slowly finished walking across the road. When we saw the show in Bristol we were definitely laughing the way that people who have encountered Moose laugh! 😂 Fantastic video btw. We are planning our trip! 👍😁

[@laurena9563]

Hey Mickey! Some tea about Montreal, from someone who lived there growing up: 1. The Montreal Jazz Festival is a standard in town, and has been around since the 1980s. Some of the previous winners of the some of the awards include Aretha Franklin, Harry Connick Junior, Diana Krall, and Tony Bennett, and I believe Laufey won an award this year! 2. Regarding whether musicals are in French or not: It depends. Every title/advertisement/ shop name basically has to be understandable in English and French in Montreal, otherwise, there are literal French Language Police that will fine you in order to keep the French language intact in such an Anglophone part of the world (Although sometimes even the Francophones roll their eyes- I remember there was a snafu a couple of years ago where a very much Francophone-run shop was referring to "Mac and cheese" on their menu as "Mac and cheese," and the owner was on the news and basically was saying sarcastically that even his grandfather referred to it in its English name, because it's an English/American type of food). 3. That being said, the lady starring in Waitress, Marie-Eve Janvier, is also famous for singing both pop and vintage-style standards she sings with her life partner- she had a great French-language Christmas album ("Noël à deux") that I loved to listen to when I was there around Christmastime. So I'm assuming it might be fully French! Happy you had fun and was able to experience some of the culture, and hope you're able to come back when you have some more time!

[@AllycatlovesAG]

The Waitress production in Montreal is fully french! I think its a French replica production from the advertising. I wanted to watch it when I went to Montreal in May (Never watched a musical in French before) but I missed the opening by a few weeks. I believe after Montreal it will be playing in Quebec City for a bit.

[@michaelrubinoff9318]

So wonderful to have you both join us in Gander!

[@kofender]

Bravo, Mickey Jo and Aaron! Great job.

[@frisia8190]

I live in Halifax and I know the lighting designer of this production, you guys made me seriously considering flying to see this production….

[@music4thesoul80]

Welcome to my home and native land! 🇨🇦 I'm originally from Ontario myself and have never ventured as far east as Newfoundland but I've always wanted too. Montreal is one of my fav Canadian cities along with Toronto, Ottawa, Kingston, and Vancouver. I hope "you'll be back" (as our friend King George III would say) to explore some more of our beautiful country at some point in the future. ❤️

[@vickiesandover5738]

Glad to hear you said Newfoundland correctly. Enjoy your holiday.

[@yankee04]

Thank you so much for documenting this. What an amazing journey in spite of the challenges.

[@maurinet2291]

This was GREAT. I have a new item on my "if I win the lottery" bucketlist. If it's even going to be a regular thing for Gander to put on in the summer.

[@ChristopherButler-um2ko]

Can't wait for your next NYC vlog! Love Canada. My grandfather was visiting there and met my grandmother at a hockey game.😊

[@racheltfisher]

When I visited to BC, Canada, on the day we visited the Athabasca glacier, was the day the Queen had passed away and seeing the Canadian flag reminded me of this, as they had the flag at half mast, and my husband saw a small avalanche! Very cool but bittersweet day

[@operationlivetheatre]

I love that you guys kept saying entering the country legally, as if illegal entry was ever on the table.

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

👀😂

[@chuckoneill2023]

I presume he meant passing the imaginary frontier that exists in all international airports --- even though you've landed, only after you've presented your credentials, are you are allowed to "enter" the country, officially.

[@beckyj33]

I’ve just flown Heathrow to Calgary and Vancouver to Heathrow with Air Canada and they were amazing! Totally smooth, no issues and great service. My only complaint is how much we were fleeced when reserving our seats!!

[@racheltfisher]

I flew the same flights in September 2022, went to Calgary, AB and then onto parts of British Columbia 😊

[@JackieWarner13]

What a great vlog. Seemed like such a nice trip & beautiful town.

[@paulah5342]

So loved this! Thanks for taking us on this wonderful adventure of a horrible day in history. ❤️ Come from away

[@MrEj7ak]

This was wonderful to watch. I lived in Canada for a time and it made me feel warm and fuzzy to see you guys experience it. Show looked amazing in a such a different yet familiar setting.

[@gracemac1749]

I'm a proud Newfoundlander!!!!!

[@Elizabethdonas]

Thank you for answering my question. Both of your responses were really helpful. I thoroughly enjoyed this episode, thank you both so much x

[@davidyoung5114]

It's too bad that you couldn't have had the opportunity to go to see a production at Halifax's Neptune Theatre while en route to Gander. They do many 'Broadway' productions there, as well as more locally-theme shows. I'm hoping that they'll produce COME FROM AWAY some day soon!

[@dylansmith1833]

A Canadian adventure is always a fun one! You’re truly an islander now!

[@jayzapata3577]

Hi Mickey … love your reviews and your Chanel , the closest I can get to the theatre being housebound ! Thank you I look forward to your reviews and listening to you both ….❤

[@mariethedicedragon5977]

Wile not in Newfoundland, I'm from a small community in New Brunswick: I definitely can see the spots in the show like the moose that are very small maritime community specific in the show. Also yes, moose do sometimes end up just in town lol

[@browneyes142a]

I'm sooooo excited you guys finally got to see this!!! I got to see the last performance last year and will do the same this year but dragging friends along lol

[@nathantew946]

You lucky devils! I thought going to see the UK tour in Leicester was epic. You just blowed me out of the water.

[@candytoo3729]

Oh and love the UK lived in Brum for 11 years. Now back on the rock for good.

[@kc-lp6wg]

I'm only at the start of the video but as a Canadian viewer, l would be SHOCKED if Air Canada provides a hotel. I hope that they give you one!

[@johannnicdao]

Lol I’m studying in Canada now and my instructor refers to Air Canada as “Scare Canada” 😅

[@kc-lp6wg]

@@johannnicdao A very truthful nickname!

[@racheltfisher]

I love my CFA merch, I have a similar hoodie, I have the t shirt that says London on the back 😍 and a long sleeved top 😍

[@beckyvan-orden7540]

Excited for this - company member Ryan Alexander is my daughters’ singing teacher! He’s a great guy, it looks like he wasn’t featured in the production you saw but it’s still very cool that you guys got to see it 😁

[@martinfrenette4099]

Regarding your stay in Montreal: yes, Waitress and Tootsie are both currently presented in French. There has been a growing interest in musicals in Montreal since the early or mid-2000s. Presenting French content has always been a sensitive topic and something that people feel strongly about in Quebec, so French versions started popping up. Plays and musicals are all touring companies in Quebec. That's how shows can get their investment back and turn a profit. The longest runs in Montreal last 7-8 weeks and they aren't common. Tours can last two years but at a slow pace. There is no West End or Broadway areas with shows that are running year-round, which is a shame as some productions are brilliant, but they go on having a longer life on the road and allow people from smaller cities to see live theater.

[@Nikki-tx6kh]

I want to visit St. John's, the capital of Newfoundland (Yes, because of my show), and Toronto, so, thank you for the travelling tip.

[@andersonfamily]

I have seen CFA twice and have loved it each time. It should have won the best musical tony in 2017!!! I have those socks too

[@inkypens22]

I can't believe you were in Newfoundland! I hope you loved your time here on the Rock! I've had moose in my backyard, they can pop up anywhere here and that line kills me everytime!

[@itsnolzio]

As a Newfoundlander, I think it's cool seeing a big KZbinr cover come from away

[@brianwhite3410]

Awesome Canadian content. Thanks! I noticed that you said “Barbecue,” as do we, but they say “grill” in the show, probably for the American audience. BBQ is the food down there, rather than the appliance. Also, I always get screwed over by Air Canada. Well done on the voucher.

[@Welcometotherox]

Sometimes when I'm wandering around my house I find myself singing what I mentally call your "theme music" - and yes, I do the silly voice on "subscribe".

[@ashleyj97]

So glad to see you were in Canada! Nova Scotia is beautiful for vacations if you ever feel like coming back ❤

[@racheltfisher]

I’ve just started to watch this and I already love this video 😊

[@BrownsBacker]

You should've stayed over night in Montreal and checked out St Catherine's St, the gay street of the city...very festive and fun!!!

[@etherealtb6021]

Love this! Of course, i wanted to go to Gander after sering the show. I doubt I'll ever make it, but now I feel I kinda have! ❤️

[@kofender]

Love you guys, especially since you're in Gander for Come From Away!

[@ser132]

I'm glad you enjoyed Newfoundland. If you want to delve a little more into the story of 9/11 in Gander, I highly recommend the book The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander, NL by Jim DeFede; you'll meet even more characters, and a little more in depth on some of the stories explored in this brilliant musical.

[@jenniferburden1871]

Omg hey!! I live only about an hour outside of Halifax, I didn’t realize you and Aeron were so close 😊

[@randikaplan5659]

Thanks for this great video. So informative about Gander.

[@SarB635]

So wish i knew you were in NL!im about an hour away from Gander. We saw the concert version of CFA in the stadium a couple of years ago and it was incredible to see it in its "home"

[@racheltfisher]

I’m going to see Come From Away next month in Bristol, I saw in London in 2019 so I’m excited to see it again, definitely going to sob

[@slabbhack71]

Thoroughly enjoyed this guys! Makes me embarrassed to be a Nflder who hasn’t seen the play yet. 😱

[@kofender]

Yay! A hat from The Notebook!

[@chrissiegaming4173]

I wish I had known you were going to Canada. I’m in Halifax, let me know if you’re ever out that way again :)

[@Nikki-tx6kh]

You were in Newfounland while Hudson and Rex filming is on? Forget about the theatre for a second, this is more important for me. Did you see a filming with a German Shepherd and handsome, tall, blond man going on? Maybe there was a Vietnamese lady with them.

[@susanpolastaples9688]

You and Aeron are very lucky to have seen this in Gander. Will there be a ProShot in Laura's honor? Gander is neat. Love the Pride sign.

[@malvaashdown]

Aww come back to Montreal another time. ❤️ We have an incredibly active artistic scene. And Waitress was a local adaptation in French with Québécois artists. If you’re interested in musicals in other languages, you should watch Belles Soeurs who just came out in cinemas here. It’s an adaptation of a major play in Québec history. It’s the story of a woman who won a lottery and ask for the help of friends, neighbors and family members. It quickly turns into chaos. Funny and tragic.

[@candytoo3729]

An another quick chuckle I met Roger Moore in Gander. Just saying. Loved the vid.

[@maxhawes-j3u]

Hey Mickey! Love your videos so much your my fav youtuber. When is your next live?

[@racheltfisher]

I am living vicariously through you 😍

[@LaLayla99]

Well, now I have to listen to the cast recording again for the third time this week. 😁

[@richardmccarthy9580]

Woh really interested to view. All I remember was flying to Paris on the day from Manchester and being envious of those connecting to other destinations (only months earlier had used the same flight to connect to New York). Anyone on the same New York flight that day would have likely gone to Gander

[@lynndenault8198]

Montreal is always great.

[@SEKZEEE]

We got diverted to Gander (MCO - MAN) for 36 hours in 2011, the place still has not changed, we stayed in Sinbads which lived up to its name, fuming at the time but is now a memory we laugh about.

[@lethalshrimp]

What with all the Canadian adventures, trials and tribulations at the beginning of the video, complete with ending up in Halifax, I feel like there's got to be a Barrett's Privateers parody in there somewhere (Oh the year was 2024 / How I wish I was in Gander now).

[@TheAunrue]

That's some cult Canadiana ;)

[@carr0760]

That is a French language production of Waitress. Sara Bareilles posted about it on Instagram.

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

I learned this soon afterwards! If it had started performances that day, and not the day after - we'd have stayed in Montreal and watched!

[@impastomusic]

I only just started watching, but very brave of you to fly Air Canada! I avoid them at all costs, though fortunately all my travel has been international rather than domestic for the last decade. I live on the opposite side of the country and have never been east of Ottawa, but I hope you eventually make it to Newfoundland!

[@lynndenault8198]

Welcome to Canada

[@Acadian_Proud]

Suggest when you go back to Canada, visit Prince Edward Island (PEI) and see Anne of Green Gables The Musical at the Confederation Centre in Charlottetown (happens to be the longest running annual musical theatre production) which is performed every summer. The novel is based on was written by Lucy Maud Montgomery, who was from PEI.

[@suzannejenkins3896]

Hope you enjoy our wonderful province...

[@allisonbergh4429]

I really like Air Canada! They do a direct flight from Vancouver to Brisbane that has saved me SO MUCH time and money.

[@knightbirdkurt]

There are nonstop flights from London to both Halifax and St John's rather than having to connect through Montreal or Toronto - might make it easier.

[@minecraftrose5569]

I'm from Dover! I work in the interpretation centre!

[@caeliknight]

You can take a bus from St. John's to Gander as well. I do believe they have uber in St. John's now but not sure if they come out here to Gander

[@gambonianca]

Am saddened you never got to Gambo. I wasn't home when this all happened but was told it was very crowded.

[@hbgiles]

50:38 - Points to New Zealand and calls it India. That's okay, We still love you, and you are welcome down here in New 'India' Zealand anytime . lol.

[@mattbonner5281]

I adore the show, story and would love to do this one day! Don’t know if you’ve already been on one of your NY trips yet but if haven’t you need to go to the 9/11 memorial. If you found seeing the steal here thought provoking, wait till you see everything that the actual site has on display, it’s deeply heartbreaking and very respectful to everyone involved.

[@lynndenault8198]

Newfoundland is half an hour later than Halifax. 1.5 hours from NYC/Toronto time zone.

[@j3ojos]

Make sure you claim your compensation from Air Canada. Under British law, you’re entitled to £600 each!

[@TheMrdominator1997]

Need to get secret cinema out there for a live immersive version

[@carlito876]

Always wondered if the gay lumberjack look was international My fave and definitely big on the northern east coast

[@noellestradamus]

Next time, come to edmonton and see the original Hadestown theatre!

[@kofender]

I consider CFA to be the perfect musical, but I guess that's just me.

[@courdeleon]

Not just you!!🥰

[@randalfedje2479]

I don't think I've ever heard someone say they are disappointed to be having an overnight in Montreal rather than going straight to Gander

[@garretshields1951]

An Air Canada delay? Shocking! 😂

[@Nikki-tx6kh]

No need to tell me where Halifax is, because Handsome, Tall Blond Man I told you about earlier, is from Halifax. His name is John, by the way, or Charlie if we talk about his show.

[@candytoo3729]

I flew many times direct from Gander to London! Just saying.

[@44nobody]

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[@44nobody]

Yeah, you're right. The plural of "moose" is not " mooses". I believe the correct term is "meese". 😁

[@IvyroseGullwhacker]

I definitely thought his name was supposed to be pronounced Mickey Jo Boo-shay 😂

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

Think voucher 😅 But your way sounds much fancier!

[@callalily3994]

I'd assumed that, too. Pretty common French-Canadian name, as well.

[@chuckoneill2023]

Was that an albatross photo-bombing you near the albatross hotel?

[@raydunn8262]

Thank you. What do you expect when flying to the most unappreciative 'country' ever? 1. It's lucky that it has airports. 2. It would be nothing if it weren't for the UK and USA. 3. The people seeming extra nice is a well orchestrated show. 😂 4. Newfoundland and Labrador are in the only time zone in the Americas with a 30 minutes offset.

[@BrownsBacker]

Great video!!!! Btw, Mickey Jo, you are so much hotter with the side part of your hair than the center part....and your scruff is hotter than clean shaven. As for Aeron, loved the tousled hair and bangs in the end scene...woof!!! Love you both!!! Come visit me in Fort Lauderdale (Wilton Manors)!!!!

[@paulybarr]

You're pronouncing the second half of the the word Montreal correctly, Mickey Jo- but the word 'mont', whether in France or Quebec is pronounced Mon' ( like Mon' Blanc), so it is pronounced Mo(n) rayahl, rather than Mont rayahl.

[@lynndenault8198]

Lots of Irish immigrants in Montreal too. Jewish . Very multicultural