2026 SEASON

Over the River and Through the Woods

May 14 - June 20, 2026

A Romantic Comedy by Joe DiPietro

Directed by Janis Webb

Tengo famiglia! Every Sunday, Nick crosses the river to New Jersey and has dinner with both sets of his Italian American grandparents since his parents retired and moved to Florida. Nick's grandparents inundate him with family tradition and lots of food! But Nick has dreams, and when he receives the perfect job offer from the west coast, he is determined to take it. His grandparents – Frank, Aida, Nunzio, and Emma – are just as determined that he stay put. How could he betray his family’s love to move to Seattle, for a job, they wonder? Thus, they concoct a series of shameless schemes and hilarious shenanigans to keep Nick from leaving — including introducing him to the woman of his dreams. From the author of our 2024 Season’s heartwarming comedy The Last Romance, you’ll laugh out loud and wipe away the tears as Nick and his grandparents discover the true meaning of "Tengo famiglia". 

Accolades!

“A hilarious family comedy that is even funnier than his long-running musical revue I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change”. — Backstage

“Loaded with laughs every step of the way.” — The Star-Ledger (NJ)

"Great script…Laugh out loud funny touched with moments of sweetness and truth." — The Stages of MN

“‘Over the River and Through the Woods’ is a Welcome Treat.” — Goodtimes

 Staged with in-the-round seating.

Running time: 2 hours 15 minutes with intermission.