Benzie County Players

08/21/2026

The cast of Come From Away is hard at work rehearsing and getting ready to bring this incredible story to The Garden Theater stage September 11–14!

Tickets are available now! 🎭

🎟️ https://gardentheater.org/come-from-away

08/14/2026

🎭 ONE MONTH TO GO! 🎭

The countdown is officially on! In just one month, the Benzie County Players will bring Come From Away to The Garden Theater for the Garden’s very first musical performance!

Based on an incredible true story, Come From Away takes us to Gander, Newfoundland, in the days following the September 11 attacks. When 38 planes carrying nearly 7,000 passengers were unexpectedly diverted there, a small community opened its homes, kitchens, and hearts to thousands of strangers.

Filled with unforgettable music, humor, heartbreak, and hope, Come From Away is a powerful reminder of what can happen when ordinary people choose kindness during extraordinary circumstances.

We are so excited to share this moving and uplifting production with our community. Mark your calendars and join us at The Garden Theater!

🎟️ Performance Dates & Times:
Friday, September 11 at 7:30pm
Saturday, September 12 at 7:30pm
Sunday, September 13 at 3:30pm
Monday, September 14 at 7:30pm

📍 The Garden Theater
Presented by Benzie County Players & The Garden Theater

Tickets available at https://gardentheater.org/come-from-away

One month. One incredible story. One unforgettable night at the theater. ❤️

08/03/2026

Hard at work and having a blast! Come From Away coming soon at The Garden Theater!

07/23/2026

Come From Away rehearsals are underway!

06/25/2026

We are in search of Kevin J for our upcoming production of COME FROM AWAY!
Message for details!

06/15/2026

WELCOME TO THE ROCK!

We have cast a show and are ready to rock! Thank you to EVERYONE who came out and auditioned!

Claude - David Johnson
Bob - Dan Retzler
Oz - Cory Woessner
Nick - Russell Gallas
Kevin T - Mike Hammar
Kevin J - John Chahbazi
Beverly - Molly Nguyen
Bonnie - Missi Hamp
Hannah - Delynda Johnson-Moravec
Diane - Cheryl Gallas
Beulah - Marne Sieber
Janice - Randi Lynn Stoltz-Flynn

06/04/2026

Come From Away Auditions ✈️are coming up! Join us Sunday 10am-12pm or Monday 6pm-8pm at The Garden Theater in Frankfort!

Bring yourself, your enthusiasm, and your favorite song to sing! 💫

Fill out the audition inquiry form to stay connected:

If you're interested in the Benzie County Players upcoming production of Come From Away, please fill out the information requested below. Any questions please contact 231.409.6686 or email [email protected]. AUDITIONS @ The Garden Theater Sunday June 7th, 10am-12pm OR Monday June 8th, 6...

05/27/2026

Katie Jones of The Garden Theater and Rachel HIggins of the Benzie County Players will join Gretchen Carr this morning to discuss a new collaboration with the upcoming production of Come From Away. Auditions are June 7&8. Tune in between 9-11am.