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King's Wharf Theatre

Over the River and Through the Woods

A Multi-Generational Comedy

July 23 to August 8

By Joe DiPietro 

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The ties that bind – and sometimes choke – are explored with uproarious results in this heartwarming comedy about growing up and growing old. The generation gap is affectionately portrayed through the eyes of four Italian American immigrants who reside over the life of their grandson, Nick Cristano, with loving manipulation. When Nick decides to cut his family ties and move away to pursue his career, the aging grandparents hatch an offbeat scheme to stop their beloved grandson from leaving – with side-splitting results. 

A fun-filled journey with hilarious twists leads Nick to the realization that his grandparents have much more to dish out, in the way of advice, than hearty meals. Family is truly the centre – the very heart of life – and this memorable production will speak to all generations of theatregoers. 

Tengo famiglia! 

Recommended for ages 10 and up. 

Show Calendar

Legend:

  • Discount Day
  • Opening
  • Student Show (Not Sold Online)
  • Post-show Question & Answer

Thursday

Jul 23

Over the River and Through the Woods

Friday

Jul 24

Over the River and Through the Woods

Saturday

Jul 25

Over the River and Through the Woods

Sunday

Jul 26

Over the River and Through the Woods

Tuesday

Jul 28

Over the River and Through the Woods

Wednesday

Jul 29

Over the River and Through the Woods

Thursday

Jul 30

Over the River and Through the Woods

Friday

Jul 31

Over the River and Through the Woods

Saturday

Aug 1

Over the River and Through the Woods

Sunday

Aug 2

Over the River and Through the Woods

Tuesday

Aug 4

Over the River and Through the Woods

Wednesday

Aug 5

Over the River and Through the Woods

Thursday

Aug 6

Over the River and Through the Woods

Friday

Aug 7

Over the River and Through the Woods

Saturday

Aug 8

Over the River and Through the Woods


Meet The Artists

Headshot of Valerie Boyle

Valerie Boyle

Emma Cristano

Headshot of Elva Mai Hoover

Elva Mai Hoover

Aida Gianelli

Headshot of Emily Lukasik

Emily Lukasik

Caitlin O’Hare

Headshot of Costin Manu

Costin Manu

Nunzio Cristano

Headshot of Rob McClure

Rob McClure

Frank Gianelli

Headshot of Michael Vanhevel

Michael Vanhevel

Nick Cristano

Headshot of Alex Mustakas

Alex Mustakas

Director

Headshot of David Antscherl

David Antscherl

Set Designer

Headshot of Alex Amini

Alex Amini

Costume Designer

Headshot of Lyle Franklin

Lyle Franklin

Lighting Designer

Headshot of Paula Stewart

Paula Stewart

Stage Manager

Headshot of Kelly Bourdreau

Kelly Bourdreau

Assistant Stage Manager


King's Wharf Theatre 2026 Season

October 8, 2025

King's Wharf Theatre Announces 2026 Season

Drayton Entertainment's Artistic Director David Connolly today announced the 2026 Season for the King's Wharf Theatre

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