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'Come From Away' to hold sign language-interpreted show for Deaf community on June 27

The Philippine staging of "Come From Away" is set to hold a sign language-interpreted performance for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community on Friday. According to GMG Productions, they partnered with the Center for Education Advancement of the Deaf (CEAF) for the special show, which will take place on June 27, 8 p.m., at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Circuit Makati "A dedicated section in the orchestra area has been reserved exclusively for our Deaf and hard-of-hearing community and their companions for this performance," GMG Productions added. The Deaf and hard-of-hearing community and their companions are also entitled to a 20% ticket discount, with Persons with Disability (PWD) discounts applicable on top of the promo. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical is based on the true story of 7,000 airline passengers who were grounded in the small town of Gander in Newfoundland, Canada in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. An inspiring tale of community and humanity, it tells the story of Gander's residents as they welcome these "come from aways" into their lives and homes and take care of them. Kapuso Soul Balladeer Garrett Bolden stars in the musical's Philippine staging, alongside Gian Magdangal, Cathy Azanza-Dy, Caisa Borromeo, Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante, Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, Carla Guevara Laforteza, and more. "Come From Away" runs until June 29. Tickets. —CDC, GMA Integrated News