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NewsFox 13 News (WTVT) — All NewsSeptember 2, 2026Hillsborough

Eight O’Clock Theatre performs 'Come From Away' in Largo

The Eight O’Clock Theatre is staging a musical production about the community response in Gander, Newfoundland, following the grounding of 38 flights on September 11, 2001. The production runs from September 4-13 at the Central Park Performing Arts Center, with a free dress rehearsal offered to first responders.

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Why It Matters

Local residents have the opportunity to attend a community theater production that highlights historical events and themes of resilience, with specific outreach to local first responders.

Key Facts

  • Eight O’Clock Theatre is performing 'Come From Away' at the Central Park Performing Arts Center in Largo.
  • The production runs from September 4 through September 13.
  • First responders are invited to attend a free dress rehearsal on September 3.
  • Registration for the free first responder tickets closes at 4 p.m. on Thursday.
  • The musical depicts the grounding of 38 transatlantic flights in Gander, Newfoundland, on September 11, 2001.
  • The play focuses on the community response of hosting thousands of stranded travelers for five days.

Who's Mentioned

other38“Number of transatlantic flights grounded in Gander.”personSteven Fox“Performer in the musical.”organizationEight O’Clock Theatre“The local theater group producing the musical.”locationCentral Park Performing Arts Center“The venue for the production.”personSadra Bostick“Performer in the musical playing Beverly Bass and Annette.”personRand Smith“Cast member portraying Mayor Claude.”