A Year With Frog and Toad at Playhouse on Park

Playhouse on Park's Theatre for Young Audience Series

A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD

Book and lyrics by Willie Reale Music by Robert Reale

Based on the books by Arnold Lobel
Directed by Kevin Cronin (née Barlowski)

Arnold Lobel’s beloved characters hop from the page to the stage as best friends Frog and Toad navigate four fun-filled seasons.

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.

Performance Schedule

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!