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

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

Joshua Perry Fleming
JOHN MONTGOMERY

Zachary Larsen
MICHAEL MONTGOMERY

Emaan Ansari
RUHKSANA AMIR

Lauren St. Onge
YOUNG MORGAN/OTHERS

Phillip Lulic
JOHN MCCRAE/OTHERS

Susane Dang
VERA/OTHERS

Peter Tudisco
WALKER/OTHERS

Jeremy Tarrington
CONNOLLY/OTHERS

Jayden Bourque
BILLY/OTHERS

Shelby Goncalves
MARY STRATTON

Daisy Ngyuen
CHI LINH

Melissa Ruegg
MIDGE DUPOINTER/OTHERS

Melody Diamond
LITTLE BETTY/OTHERS

Deb Leworthy
MOTHER S/OTHERS

Owen Swift
HARLAN/OTHERS

Ariel Diamond
JANICE/OTHERS

Emily Schnurr
FRANCES/OTHERS

Tyler Hergott
EUGENE MONTGOMERY

Mads Banman
AUBREY

William Cooper
YOUNG EUGENE/OTHERS

Jack Huisman
LITTLE EUGENE/OTHERS

Diana Thompson
MOTHER M/OTHERS

Alice Oliveira
REBECCA/OTHERS

Cameron Samson
KNOX/OTHERS

Jenson David Tieng
MADDOX/OTHERS

Mya Leworthy
BETTY-ANNE ABBOTT

Delaney Decker
MORGAN MONTGOMERY

Emmalee Bourque
YOUNG BETTY/OTHERS

Jordan Graham
MICKEY MCCADE/OTHERS

Bryan Rush
SMITT/OTHERS

Leo Guo
LANG/OTHERS

Jasmine Romany
MINNIE/OTHERS

Alessa Huisman
CELIA/OTHERS
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