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54 WAC Magazine | wac.net October 9–November 4 Come From Away The 5th Avenue Theatre On 9/11, the world stopped. A day later, the story of how the Canadian town of Gander embraced 7,000 stranded airline passengers moved us. This true story takes you into the heart of a community that demonstrated remarkable compassion in the face of culture clashes and language barriers. Undaunted by these issues, the people of Gander cheered the stranded trav- elers with music, drinks, and the recognition that we're all part of a global family. This is a musical that changes you, heals old wounds, and lifts the spirit. The 5th Avenue is proud to launch the North American Broadway tour. u Sunday, October 28, 7 pm (show & cast party); $140 Tuesday, October 30; 7:30 pm; $118 Thursday, November 1; 7:30 pm; $110–$130 Saturday, November 3; 2 pm; $102–$118 Sunday, November 4; 1:30 pm; $118 Other performances available upon request. October 25 & 27 On Your Feet! Paramount Theatre Emilio and Gloria Estefan left their humble beginnings in Cuba for America, where they became a crossover sensation at the very top of the pop music world. Just when they thought they had it all, they almost lost everything. On Your Feet! takes you behind the music and inside the real story of this record-mak- ing and groundbreaking couple who, in the face of adversity, found a way to end up on their feet. On Your Feet! features some of the most iconic songs of the past quarter-century— and one of the most inspiring stories in music history. u Thursday, October 25; 7:30 pm; $82 Saturday, October 27; 2 pm; $82–$91 November 24–December 30 Annie N The 5th Avenue Theatre This holiday season, bring everyone you know to see The 5th Avenue's exciting new production of this fantastic show. Join Annie, Sandy, Daddy Warbucks, and the wicked Miss Hannigan for a magical, musical thrill for the entire family. Features the unforgettable songs "Tomorrow" and "It's a Hard Knock Life." u Saturday, November 24; 2 pm; $88 Thursday, November 29; 7:30 pm; $112 Thursdays, December 6 & 13; 7:30 pm; $130 Friday, December 7; 8 pm; $130 Thursday, December 20, 7:30 pm; $108 Friday, December 21; 7:30 pm; $108 Saturday, December 22; 1 pm; $118 Saturday, December 22; 7:30 pm; $118 Sunday, December 23; 1 pm; $118 November 26 Neil DeGrasse Tyson's Adventures in Science Literacy N Paramount Theatre The celebrity astrophysicist and author tours in support of sci- entific knowledge. In this illustrated talk, he will discuss the im- portance of knowing how the universe works and the disasters that can unfold when you don't. Examples of each will be drawn from a span of time and culture, culminating in a commentary on the state of science in America today. u Monday, November 26; 7:30 pm; $95 club programs tickets 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net • wac.net/club-events