SYNCHRONICITY THEATRE TO OFFER FAMILY-FAVORITE MUSICAL A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD DECEMBER 6 – 29, 2024

Speakeysie News Service

ATLANTA, GA – Winner of four Suzi Bass Awards, including “Best Musical” and “Best Director of a Musical,” Synchronicity’s production of A Year with Frog and Toad“hops from the page to the stage” for the eighth time December 6-29, 2024. This wildly popular family musical adaptation of the beloved children’s books is perfect for fun-loving grown-ups and kids age four and up.

 

Individual tickets start at $15 for children and $30 for adults, with special performances on Friday evenings (PJs and Play – wear pajamas, get free cookies!) and Pay-What-You-Can performances on Sundays at 5:30 p.m.

For tickets or more information, please visit synchrotheatre.com or call 404-484-8636.

 

Based on the Newberry and Caldecott Medal-winning books of Arnold Lobel, A Year with Frog and Toad is a wonderful adaptation of this delightful series of children’s books which have entranced children for decades.  A three-time Tony nominee, A Year with Frog and Toad is a rollicking musical that is fun for the whole family. Frog and Toad are complete opposites, but best friends. A Year with Frog and Toad follows these loveable characters through a year of their friendship–from hibernation to growing seeds to the swimming hole to leaf raking and a quiet holiday night. Filled with jazzy big band tunes, this quirky cast of amphibians, birds, squirrels and one sassy snail will sing, dance and charm their way into your hearts. 

 

A Year with Frog and Toad is directed and music directed by Amanda Wansa Morgan with assistant music direction by John Lumapas, and choreography by Lyndsay Brown. The cast includes Atlanta-based actors Matt Baum as Frog, Juan Carlos Unzueta as Toad, Elliott Folds as Bird/Snail, Taryn Janelle as Bird/Mouse, and Sarah Joyce Hack as Bird/Turtle.  The understudy/swing performers include Quinn Conrath (Snail, Toad), Jude Hilton (Frog), Courtney Loner (Bird/Turtle), and Coriana Raynor (Bird/Mouse). Designers include Ryan Bradburn (set), Nicole Clockel (costumes), Tom Priester (lights), and Courtney Loner (props).

 For Groups

Group opportunities for schools, neighborhood groups, corporate outings and more. 

 For tickets or more information, or to inquire about promotions, offers, and group sales please visit synchrotheatre.com or call 404-484-8636.

 A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD

December 6 – 29, 2024

Book & Lyrics by Willie Reale | Music by Robert Reale

Based on the Books by Arnold Lobel

 CAST

Matt Baum – Frog

Juan Carlos Unzueta – Toad

Elliott Folds – Bird/Snail

Taryn Janelle – Bird/Mouse

Sarah Joyce Hack – Bird/Turtle

Understudy/Swings: Quinn Conrath (Snail, Toad), Jude Hilton (Frog), Courtney Loner (Bird/Turtle), and Coriana Raynor (Bird/Mouse).

 DESCRIPTION

Back by popular demand! Frog and Toad hop from the page to the stage in this whimsical and irresistible retelling of Arnold Lobel’s A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD. This version of the Tony-nominated musical follows two great friends — the cheerful, popular Frog, and the grumpy Toad — through all of their fun-filled escapades! Part vaudeville, part magic, and all charm, this audience favorite tells a story of friendship that endures every season. 

 PRODUCTION TEAM

Amanda Wansa Morgan – Director & Music Director

John Lumapas – Assistant Music Director

Lyndsay Brown – Choreographer

Vallea E. Woodbury – Production Manager

Akeria Gant – Stage Manager

Ryan Bradburn – Scenic Designer

Nicole Clockel – Costume Designer

Tom Priester – Lighting Designer

Courtney Loner – Properties Design

 Show Times: 

Fridays at 7:00 p.m. *PJs & Play

Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Sundays at 2:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.* *Pay-What-You-Can

 SPECIAL PERFORMANCES

School Previews: 10:30 a.m. on 12/3, 12/4 and 12/5

School Matinees: 10:30 a.m. on 12/10, 12/11, 12/17 & 12/18 | 4:30 p.m. on 12/19 | 10:00 a.m. on 12/12

Additional Holiday Week Performances: 12/24 at 11 a.m. & 12/26 at 2 p.m. Virtual Viewing Party | Saturday, December 19 at 7:00 PM

 Synchronicity Theatre

One Peachtree Pointe Complex

1545 Peachtree Street NE

Atlanta, GA 30309

 Individual tickets start at $15 for children, $30 for adults.  For tickets or more information, please visit synchrotheatre.com or call 404-484-8636.

ABOUT SYNCHRONICITY THEATRE:

Synchronicity Theatre is a vibrant force in Atlanta’s arts community, bringing bold, female-centered stories to the stage. With a commitment to social impact and community engagement, Synchronicity aims to inspire change through storytelling that connects, empowers, and sparks meaningful conversations. For more information visit: synchrotheatre.com and @synchrotheatre on FB and IG.