For many of us, we learned some of the first facets of friendship while reading Arnold Lobel’s beloved series of books about the ever-cheerful Frog, the curmudgeonly Toad, and all of their friends that live with them down in the pond is proving to be equally adored over time.! You should know from the outset that people of all ages really, really relate to these two friends and find creative ways to reflect these joyful stories in their own friendships. While the musical speaks specifically to younger audiences who have yet to reach the age of iPhones and you- tube, older students and parents can reminisce of their younger days enjoying this gentle production about the simple friendship of two slime-free amphibians set to song.
The musical follows Frog and Toad through four colorful seasons, from hibernation to hibernation, featuring catchy tunes, funny dialogue, and bright, memorable characters. Whether they’re rushing down a hill in a runaway sled with their playful, quirky friends Snail, Turtle, and the Birds, Squirrels and Moles or losing all willpower when confronted with the cookie jar, or taking a picnic in the summer, their adventures make for some of the simplest — and most enjoyable — moments on stage. In our increasingly fast-paced world, where friendships are often seen through a digital filter, it’s good to be reminded that sharing the simplest adventures with our best friends often brings us the greatest joy and that joy was felt by all on and off the stage. This production has been a dream to work on and favorite of mine for many years. The students have worked so hard on and off the stage and in the pit to bring this show to life and we are grateful to our audiences who have come to support live theatre. Enjoy the show!
