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On Golden Pond

American Classic

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This classic American comedic drama is every bit as touching, warm, and witty today as when it debuted off Broadway in 1978.

 

Retired couple Ethel and Norman Thayer are spending their 48th summer at their vacation home on Golden Pond, in the woods of Maine. Their daughter Chelsea visits for Norman’s 80th birthday, bringing her boyfriend Bill and Bill’s teenage son, Billy Jr.

 

The play explores the turbulent relationship between father and daughter, the generation gap between young and old, and the difficulties of a couple in the twilight years of a long marriage, effortlessly illustrating the hilarious, heartbreaking, human moments of which life is made.

 

PLEASE NOTE:  this Limelight by SVCT presentation will take place at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse, 17090 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill, CA.  We will not be able to offer our typical dinner-theater seating at this venue; instead, please choose your reserved seats when you purchase your tickets.  

For all performances, the role of Ethel Thayer will be played by understudy Sheila Ellam.

 

For those with mobility issues, please note that rows E-O are reachable by shallow stairs.  Seating at the five tables near the stage is on the ground level and reachable by ramp.  Additional accessible seating is available in row C; patrons are asked to reserve these seats only if required.  

 

The Playhouse doors will open 60 minutes before the performance, and the theater will open 30 minutes before curtain. Food is prohibited in the theater, but water and drinks in closed cups are allowed.  We will have a few tables and chairs available in the lobby if you wish to bring or buy a snack before taking your seats.


If you have any questions about this change of venue, please direct them to [email protected].

Returns Policy:

Returns accepted up to 48 hours before the event.

Service charges may apply for the return of tickets as follows:

  1. Return for store credit: 0.00% of the ticket price is deducted
  2. Refund to your credit card: 0.00% of the ticket price is deducted

Exchange / Upgrade Policy:

Exchange / upgrade accepted within the same event and other recurrences of this event (no money back) Click here to go to the event recurrences

Exchange / upgrade accepted up to 2 hours before the event.

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4.5 / 5.0 based on 48 reviews

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   Having an understudy for the female character was a little distracting. But, at times, I forgot she was holding the notebook with her lines. The sets were excellent. I'd never seen this play on stage before. I came to see Bill Tindall. He's been wonderful in every production I've seen him in,

Apr 29, 2024
by: Linda Tarvin

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Apr 29, 2024
by: Carl Reinhardt

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Apr 29, 2024
by: Barbara Clark

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Apr 28, 2024
by: John Fancher

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Apr 20, 2024
by: David Tuttle

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   I have been to many SVCT plays and this is the first time I had some difficulty at times hearing the dialogue of the actors. Not sure if the speakers weren't working properly. I even noticed that several people around me left after intermission. Could the actors wear microphones? Anyway, I'm still a fan of the theater and will continue attending the plays. 👏🏻

Apr 18, 2024
by: Linda Pelliccione

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Apr 15, 2024
by: Jenny Redfern

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Apr 15, 2024
by: Carol Frazer

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     Didn't really dig into the depth of the story.

Apr 15, 2024
by: Miles Watson

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Apr 15, 2024
by: Allie Purtell

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  Such amazing acting!!! Very nice transitions too. The “loons” were a bit loud, but overall a wonderful show from start to finish!

Apr 14, 2024
by: Tina Tabuchi

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     The acting was superb. The set was so realistic. I felt as if I was in the cabin with all of them. A beautiful and touching production. Thank you.

Apr 14, 2024
by: Verified consumer

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   I went to see Shelia Ellen. Although the seats could be more comfortable. I really enjoyed the play. My friend and I talked about see another one.

Apr 14, 2024
by: Cheryl Erickson

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   Great cast, script, set -and great time watching it!

Apr 14, 2024
by: Susan Hines

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   Sorry, the play was dull, not compelling. I know the stand in for Ethel was pulled in, but the reading from script was distracting. Also, the wall on the left side of the stage was not secured and wobbled away from the wall when the door was opened. That was an avoidable distraction. I have always enjoyed the Community theater, will be back soon. On Golden Pond was not my cup of tea.

Apr 14, 2024
by: Colleen Lillie

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Apr 14, 2024
by: Shawn Hazen

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Apr 14, 2024
by: Madeline Bottari

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Apr 14, 2024
by: Bonnie Williams

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Apr 14, 2024
by: Teresa Campisi

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Apr 14, 2024
by: Michelle Jorden

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Apr 14, 2024
by: JoAnn Khoobyarian

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Apr 14, 2024
by: Kathy Joy

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Apr 14, 2024
by: Mary Garcia

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   We really enjoyed the play the actors did a great job.

Apr 14, 2024
by: Nilda Walde

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     I loved the event. The story was well written, well directed, acted and executed. Bravo!

Apr 14, 2024
by: Scott Stotler

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   great acting by all - very enjoyable!!

Apr 12, 2024
by: Aileen TerenFoster

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Apr 10, 2024
by: Marilyn Chorley

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   Entertaining

Apr 09, 2024
by: Gennaro Filice

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Apr 08, 2024
by: Monica Mensah

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  I was moved, inspired, and impressed by this cast. It was a beautiful production - from the set to the costumes and sound effects - it was so well thought out and well-directed. The actors had me laughing one minute and weepy the next. And BIG KUDOS to Sheila Elam for stepping onto the stage as Ethel a mere 5 days before opening and still delivering a beautiful performance. What courage! Bravo!

Apr 08, 2024
by: Susan Overland

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   Loved the movie, and loved the play.

Apr 08, 2024
by: Kathy Jorgensen

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Apr 08, 2024
by: Shayne Carlson

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 We enjoyed the laughter. The understudy having to read her lines was a bit distracting, although her presentation was good.

Apr 07, 2024
by: Susan Farris

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Apr 07, 2024
by: Carolyn Schiltz

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 The dialog from the stage was hard to hear at times. The casting was interesting. The Norman and Chelsea characters were well cast. Every one else fell short. Was there a shortage of people who auditioned? We felt this wasn't one of the strongest we've seen there. A girl as Billy Ray was certainly interesting! We didn't have the primary Ethel (hope she's ok), but her replacement was fine, albeit obviously last minute. The play itself was ok, but multiple sets was needed.

Apr 07, 2024
by: Jeff Wagner

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Apr 07, 2024
by: Ann Pember

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Apr 07, 2024
by: Hana Cidon

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Apr 07, 2024
by: Lisa Oliver

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   The set was amazing! This is one of my favorite movies and I know a Fonda/ Hepburn performance is a high standard to live up to! There were circumstances I am sure for the understudy to be performing. I was distracted by the script in her hand , and commend her for her performance. The cast did a good job.

Apr 07, 2024
by: Nancy Bernal

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   It was a great way to spend the afternoon. It made us want to watch the movie again. The actors did a good job, but it was a little distracting to see the understudy carrying the script.

Apr 07, 2024
by: Brian Haataja

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   Last night’s performance should have been cancelled. While the understudy seemed talented she read her entire script the entire performance. It was like paying to watch a rehearsal. A shame as we brought relatives from out of town who were also flummoxed.

Apr 07, 2024
by: Tani Perinoni

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Apr 07, 2024
by: Jen Langford

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   Great show

Apr 07, 2024
by: Jennifer Eichholtz

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Apr 07, 2024
by: Kristi Ellington

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   Thoroughly enjoyed!!!

Apr 07, 2024
by: Janie Knopf

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   Great production, actors, sets! Bravo!

Apr 07, 2024
by: Theresia Hypes

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Apr 07, 2024
by: Rene Spring

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Apr 07, 2024
by: Karen Perry
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