How My Grandparents Fell in Love, A Musical (Off-Broadway, 59E59 Theater B, 2026) | Playbill

How My Grandparents Fell in Love, A Musical

Off-Broadway
Musical
Original

Produced by New Jersey Repertory Company



SYNOPSIS:

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.



Directed by SuzAnne Barabas

Cast includes Harris Milgrim, Becca Suskauer