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How My Grandparents Fell in Love, A Musical

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Overview

Produced by:
New Jersey Repertory Company
Dates:
March 17 - April 19, 2026
Run Time:
2 Hours, 0 Minute
Intermission:
Yes, included in run time.
Theater:
Showing in Theater
Tickets:
$66-$86 (incl. a $6 fee) | 59E59 Members: $50
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Show Info

Tickets are currently on sale to 59E59 Members. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, December 9 at 12:00PM.

Book by Cary Gitter
Music by Neil Berg
Lyrics by Neil Berg and Cary Gitter
Directed by SuzAnne Barabas

With Harris Milgrim and Becca Suskauer

In 1933, a Polish-born Jew named Charlie returns to Rovno in search of a bride after ten years living in America. Walking the streets of his hometown, he can’t help but notice the beautiful woman who works at the hat shop. 

Chava has spent her entire life in Rovno and hopes to become a scholar. While Charlie tries to woo her over blintzes and dancing, she remains determined to pursue her education despite the growing clouds of European antisemitism. 

From the team that brought you The Sabbath Girl: A New Musical comes a "deeply personal, disarmingly charming, and quietly impactful" (Artist Weekly) true story of two people finding a connection despite a world closing in around them. 

Harris
Milgrim
Becca
Suskauer
Jordan Ryder,
Choreography
Matthew Lowy,
Musical Supervisor
Aaron Benham,
Musical Direction
Jessica Parks,
Set Design
Patricia E. Doherty,
Costume Design
Jill Nagle,
Lighting Design
Nick Simone,
Sound Design
Janey Huber,
Assistant Lighting Design
Becca Suskauer and Harris Milgrim in HOW MY GRANDPARENTS FELL IN LOVE
Photo Caption: Becca Suskauer and Harris Milgrim in HOW MY GRANDPARENTS FELL IN LOVE
Photo: Andrea Phox
Becca Suskauer and Harris Milgrim in HOW MY GRANDPARENTS FELL IN LOVE
Photo Caption: Becca Suskauer and Harris Milgrim in HOW MY GRANDPARENTS FELL IN LOVE
Photo: Andrea Phox
Becca Suskauer and Harris Milgrim in HOW MY GRANDPARENTS FELL IN LOVE
Photo Caption: Becca Suskauer and Harris Milgrim in HOW MY GRANDPARENTS FELL IN LOVE
Photo: Andrea Phox
Becca Suskauer and Harris Milgrim in HOW MY GRANDPARENTS FELL IN LOVE
Photo Caption: Becca Suskauer and Harris Milgrim in HOW MY GRANDPARENTS FELL IN LOVE
Photo: Andrea Phox
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Producing Company

New Jersey Repertory Company

NJ Rep's mission is to develop and produce new plays and to make a lasting contribution to the American Stage, and to act as a catalyst for the revitalization and redevelopment of our community.

Read more at: www.njrep.org

Reviews

"Heartwarming and hopeful"
"It delivers mightily, with hummable songs, charming performances by the actors playing the grandparents-to-be, a big emotional payoff, and even some sociopolitical relevance in our troubled times." – NJ Arts

"Their lyrical voices, delightful dance numbers, and altogether charming personas made Charlie and Chava winning and relatable." – The Jewish Voice and Opinion

"The duo of Harris Milgrim as Charlie and Becca Suskauer as Chava couldn’t be better. They capture the uniqueness of their characters while portraying a budding romantic relationship with style and grace. You’ll be charmed by Milgrim and Suskauer’s acting and vocal talents that make every scene in How My Grandparents Fell in Love enthralling." – BroadwayWorld

"Gently reminds us that even the smallest human moments—shared glances, nervous introductions, a dance floor kiss—can carry significance beyond the moment itself." – Artist Weekly

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