On Golden Pond

April 2, 2027 — April 11, 2027

Carver Studio

  • Synopsis
  • Show Dates & Info

The Kalamazoo Civic Reader’s Theatre presents On Golden Pond, a touching and funny story about a spirited and lovable elderly couple facing their twilight years.

This charming play is the love story of Ethel and Norman Thayer, who have returned to their summer home on Golden Pond for the 48th straight year. He is a retired professor, nearing 80, with heart palpitations and a failing memory – but still as tart-tongued, observant and eager for life as ever. Ethel, ten years younger and the perfect foil for Norman, delights in all the small things that have enriched and continue to enrich their long life together.

Filled with humor, tenderness, and moments of profound insight, On Golden Pond is a celebration of enduring relationships, the passage of time, and the beauty of life’s fleeting moments.

By Ernest Thompson

ON GOLDEN POND is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Dramatists Play Service. www.concordtheatricals.com

  • Audition Workshop: 2/13/27
  • Auditions: 2/21/27 & 2/22/27
  • 1st Rehearsal: 3/15/27

his production is performed in 2 acts with a 15-minute intermission 

This production will include water-based haze 

Performance Dates 

  • Friday, April 2, 2027, at 7:30 PM 
  • Saturday, April 3, 2027, at 2:00 PM (ASL Interpreted & Audio Description Services Available) 
  • Sunday, April 4, 2027, at 2:00 PM 
  • Friday, April 9, 2027, at 7:30 PM 
  • Saturday, April 10, 2027, at 2:00 PM 
  • Sunday, April 11, 2027, at 2:00 PM 

Venue 

Carver Studio
426 S. Park Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007 

Seating 

All performances in the Carver Studio are general admission seating. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each performance. 

Please let us know of any special needs or requests you may have in advance, and we’ll do everything we can to help you. Our goal is to provide you with the most enjoyable theatre-going experience possible. 

Parking 

Street parking is available for free after 5:00 PM on weekdays and all day Saturday and Sunday. For further assistance with parking please contact the box office at 269.343.1313. 

The Kalamazoo Civic Theatre does not rate subject matter as sensitivities vary from person to person. If you have questions about content, age appropriateness, or other aspects of the show (ie strobe lights and other theatrical effects), please contact the box office at 269.343.1313.Â