"Golden Pond" is a play written by Ernest Thompson that premiered in 1979. The story revolves around an elderly couple, Norman and Ethel Thayer, who spend their summers at their cottage on Golden Pond, a serene lake in Maine. The play explores themes of aging, love, and family dynamics as the couple navigates their relationship and the challenges of growing older. The narrative also includes their daughter, Chelsea, who returns to the lake with her new partner, Bill, and his son, Jamie. The interactions among the characters highlight the complexities of familial bonds and the passage of time, making "Golden Pond" a poignant reflection on life and relationships.