David Soul grandfathers were evangelists. Dr. Solberg was also Senior Representative for Lutheran World Relief during the reconstruction of Germany after the Second World War from 1949 until 1956. Because of this, the family moved frequently during Soul's youth. Soul attended Augustana College, University of the Americas in Mexico City and the University of Minnesota. At 19, he turned down a professional baseball contract with the Chicago White Sox in order to study political science. While in Mexico, inspired by students who taught him to play the guitar, Soul changed his direction and decided to follow his passion for music. His first
Come from Away New Yorker must see this show", referring to the musical as "Broadway's biggest and best surprise of the season." Peter Marks of "The Washington Post" called the show "an effervescent musical" and "an antidote for what ails the American soul." Michael Dale of "Broadway World" called the show an "inspiring, funny and kick-ass beautiful new musical" and went on to say that "as long as 'Come From Away' is playing on Broadway, I will recommend it to everyone. Everyone." Steven Suskin, drama critic for "The Huffington Post", wrote that "'Come From Away' is altogether different and altogether gripping, [...] brave