They may sound like a babywipes company, but Halper & Johnson are an adorable pair of old fogies giving the 'grumpy old men' genre a run for its money.

Under direction by Mark Kilmurry, Garry McDonald and Henri Szeps reunite for Lionel Goldstein's award-winning drama about two very different men with one surprising thing in common.

The classic grumpy old man, Joseph Halpern (Henri Szeps) is a recent widower who seems incapable of expressing his sense of loss and love for his deceased wife Florence. At her graveside he is joined by a stranger, Dennis Johnson (Garry McDonald), who unexpectedly describes Florence with more affection than just a dear, departed friend…

With warmth and wit, Lionel Goldstein’s play explores the complex web of marriage and friendship, secrets and lies, mixing sharp human insight with cracking humour.

Garry McDonald and Henri Szeps are brilliant as these two polar opposites in this touching and funny play about love, loyalty and betrayal.

Halper & Johnson also features design by Nicholas Dare and lighting design by Martin Kinnane.

Grab your grandpa and head along to Halper & Johnson at Glen Street Theatre (cnr. Glen Street and Blackbutts Road, Belrose) from August 1-21. If your Pops is a bit of a party animal, head along on open night for after-party festivities.
To book, phone (02) 9975 1455 or visit www.glenstreet.com.au.