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HELLO, LOVE
 

A Musical in Four Wars
Music and Lyrics by Lori Robinson Distel
Book by Piper J. Distel

Directed by Lori Robinson Distel & Piper J. Distel
Musical Direction by Lys Ashen Hill
Choreography by Mya Leworthy & Tyler Hergott

November 17-18, 2025 at Registry Theatre

Limited Engagement

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FOUR WARS. ONE FAMILY.
ENDLESS LOVE.

Spanning a century of love, loss, and legacy, Hello, Love is a sweeping musical that follows four generations of one Canadian family, each defined by a different war: World War I, World War II, Vietnam, and Afghanistan. Told through four short plays, the story explores the enduring human cost of conflict and the fragile threads of connection that bind families together across time and distance. The journey begins with John, a young doctor from Toronto, who pens reluctant letters from the muddy trenches of the Somme to Mary, the spoiled heiress he is expected to wed following his return. His son, Eugene, a talented USO performer during World War II, writes home to his childhood sweetheart Betty-Anne. Their son, Micheal, a slacker reluctantly drawn into the chaos of Vietnam, develops an unlikely love affair with Chi— a young woman caught in the midst of conflict. Finally, Michael’s daughter Morgan, a career soldier deployed to Kandahar, shares her reflections and fears with her Muslim partner back home in Toronto, revealing the emotional toll of modern warfare. As the letters are read aloud and come to life on stage, each voice becomes a song — a duet between past and present, duty and desire, pain and hope. Through rich harmonies, stirring choreography, and a hauntingly beautiful score, Hello, Love celebrates the resilience of the human heart across generations.

THE DATES

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18th at 8:00 PM
* Additional dates TBD

THE LOCATION

REGISTRY THEATRE
(122 Frederick St. Kitchener, Ontario, Canada)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

IS HELLO, LOVE APPROPRIATE FOR ALL AGES?
Although there is no official rating system for theatre, HELLO, LOVE features themes and moments that may be upsetting to some, as well as course language. Viewer discretion is advised.

IS REGISTRY THEATRE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE?
Yes! If you require wheelchair-accessible seating, please email
pennyandpoundtheatre@gmail.com

WHAT IS THE RUNNING TIME OF HELLO, LOVE?
HELLO, LOVE runs approximately 2.5 hours, with a 20-minute intermission between ACT I and ACT II.

WILL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES BE AVAILABLE?
No. However, non-alcoholic beverages and snack items will be available for purchase in The Lobby prior to, during and after the performance.

IS SEATING GENERAL OR ASSIGNED?
Seating is general. Audience members will be admitted on a first come-first serve basis, with those who have pre-ordered tickets receiving priority.

CAN I BUY TICKETS AT THE DOOR?
Yes! Tickets may be purchased at the door prior to the performances with cash or credit. E-Transfer is also accepted

WHEN DO THE DOORS OPEN?
Doors open a half-hour prior to the scheduled performance times (1:30 PM for a matinee performance, 7:00 PM for an evening performance.)

DOES PENNY & POUND OFFER REFUNDS?
Penny & Pound does not refund tickets, unless in the case of a cancelled performance. If you are unable to make the show, please email pennyandpoundtheatre@gmail.com to find out if you are eligible for company credit. 


 

THE BOX OFFICE

GENERAL ADMISSION: $35
STUDENT ADMISSION (Under 25): $25
GROUPS (10+): $27.50

Tickets are available online (see below)
Tickets can also be purchased at the door prior to the scheduled performances. Cash, credit and
E-Transfer are accepted.

MEET THE PERFORMERS

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Joshua Perry Fleming

JOHN MONTGOMERY

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Zachary Larsen

MICHAEL MONTGOMERY

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Emaan Ansari

RUHKSANA AMIR

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Lauren St. Onge

YOUNG MORGAN/OTHERS

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Phillip Lulic

JOHN MCCRAE/OTHERS

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Susane Dang

VERA/OTHERS

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Peter Tudisco

WALKER/OTHERS

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Jeremy Tarrington

CONNOLLY/OTHERS

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Jayden Bourque

BILLY/OTHERS

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Shelby Goncalves

MARY STRATTON

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Daisy Ngyuen

CHI LINH

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Melissa Ruegg

MIDGE DUPOINTER/OTHERS

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Melody Diamond

LITTLE BETTY/OTHERS

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Deb Leworthy

MOTHER S/OTHERS

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Owen Swift

HARLAN/OTHERS

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Ariel Diamond

JANICE/OTHERS

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Emily Schnurr

FRANCES/OTHERS

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Tyler Hergott

EUGENE MONTGOMERY

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Mads Banman

AUBREY

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William Cooper

YOUNG EUGENE/OTHERS

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Jack Huisman

LITTLE EUGENE/OTHERS

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Diana Thompson

MOTHER M/OTHERS

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Alice Oliveira

REBECCA/OTHERS

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Cameron Samson

KNOX/OTHERS

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Jenson David Tieng

MADDOX/OTHERS

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Mya Leworthy

BETTY-ANNE ABBOTT

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Delaney Decker

MORGAN MONTGOMERY

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Emmalee Bourque

YOUNG BETTY/OTHERS

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Jordan Graham

MICKEY MCCADE/OTHERS

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Bryan Rush

SMITT/OTHERS

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Leo Guo

LANG/OTHERS

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Jasmine Romany

MINNIE/OTHERS

Red Chairs

Alessa Huisman

CELIA/OTHERS

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