Book and lyrics by Willie Reale Music by Robert Reale
Based on the books by Arnold Lobel
Directed by Kevin Cronin (née Barlowski)
3-time Tony Award Nominee, including Best Musical
From swimming to raking leaves to baking cookies, best friends Frog and Toad do everything together – no matter what the weather. Waking up from hibernation in the spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, go sledding, and learn life lessons along the way. The two best friends celebrate and rejoice in the differences that make them unique and special. Part vaudeville, part make-believe... all charm! Based on the classic picture books, join Frog and Toad in a series of hilarious, sweet, and whimsical adventures through the seasons – a heartfelt musical ode to friendship.
May 18 - June 6, 2026
Public Performances:
Saturdays 5/23 & 6/6 at 10:00am, 1:00pm & 4:00pm
Saturday 5/30 at 1pm & 4pm
Wednesday 6/3 at 3pm
Sensory Friendly Performance:
Saturday, 5/30 at 10am
The Sensory Friendly performance is sponsored by The Miracle League of Connecticut. Sensory friendly performances are designed to accommodate those with sensory dysfunction or sensory processing disorder including those on the autism spectrum, suffering from ptsd, and more. At a sensory friendly performance: house lights are kept partially on; volume is turned down; sound and lighting elements that may be jarring are eliminated; electronic devices such as iPads are allowed; audiences members can come and go if needed; a safe space is created in the lobby for those who do have to exit the theatre; and fight toys are welcomed.
For information on Literature Alive Field Trip Performances click here.
Recommended for children in Pre-K through grade 5, yet offers fun for all ages!
River Bend Bookshop will hold a specially curated book sale in the lobby throughout the run of the show. Twenty percent of each sale will be donated to support Playhouse on Park. Shop before/after the show or stop in any time the box office is open!
RYAN HENZI (Frog) Playhouse on Park Debut! The Hartt School: Bobby Strong URINETOWN; The Hartt School: Ralph KISS ME KATE; The Des Moines Playhouse: Ralphie A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL. Ryan is currently a BFA Musical Theatre student at The Hartt School.
GARRISON HUNT (Toad) Playhouse on Park Debut! Argyle Theatre: Cogsworth BEAUTY AND THE BEAST; Plaza Theatrics: Harry The Horse GUYS AND DOLLS; Argyle Theatre: Mr. Fezziwig A CHRISTMAS CAROL; Arts Center of Coastal Carolina: Male Swing COME FROM AWAY. Garrison has a BFA from Nazareth College. Insta: @hunt_garrison
MIA SIRINSKY (Female 1) is excited to make her Playhouse on Park Debut! Her recent credits include Theater West Virginia: Little Red INTO THE WOODS; Rockville Musical Theater: Aquata/Dance Swing THE LITTLE MERMAID; and Pride Productions: Countess Lily ANASTASIA. She is a sophomore BFA Musical Theater Major at The Hartt School. Her Instagram is @mia_sirinsky. Enjoy the show!
YUMEKO STERN (Female 2/Ensemble) Playhouse on Park Debut! National Tour: Wanda THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM; Ohio Light Opera Company: Carrie Pipperidge CAROUSEL; NYU Steinhardt: Marcy Park 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE; Quisisana Resort: Mayor SPONGEBOB: THE MUSICAL. Yumeko has a BM from NYU Steinhardt. IG: @yumeko.stern
JIMMY DONOHUE (Snail/Ensemble) Playhouse on Park: GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL (Swing); Seven Angels Theatre: Buddy the Elf ELF THE MUSICAL; William Barfée 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE; Waiter FIRST DATE; Albert Peterson BYE BYE BIRDIE; Goshen Players: Seymour LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS; Thomaston Opera House: Marcellus MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN; Bristol Theater Arts: Beast DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST.
