Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch
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Target Audience: Pre-K - Grade 5
Run Time: 45 minutes (with a Q&A post show)Available for theatres, festivals, and schools.
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Book by Eileen Spinelli Illustrated by Paul Yalowitz Adapted & Directed by Chris McGregor
Puppet Designed and Crafted by Frank Rader
Puppet Wardrobe by Barbara Clayden
Performer Dresses by Darryl Milot
Sound Design Composition by Stephen Bulat
Set Design by Shizuka Kai -
JESSIE RICHARDSON AWARDS 2016–2017 Winner Outstanding Design (TYA): Frank Rader and Barbara Clayden (Puppet Design)
Winner Outstanding Artistic Creation (TYA): Chris McGregor (Directing)
Nominated Outstanding Performance (TYA): Jeny Cassady, Mika Laulainen, and Sarah May Redmond
Nominated Outstanding Production (TYA) -
The study guide will help prepare your students for the live theatre performance and use the performance to enhance your art curriculum in the classroom. DOWNLOAD [PDF]
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Set Drawings: DOWNLOAD [PDF]
Ground Plan: DOWNLOAD [PDF]
Lighting Info: DOWNLOAD [PDF]
Theatres Review: DOWNLOAD [PDF]
Schools Review: DOWNLOAD [PDF] -
Get high-resolution photos to promote the performance at your location. DROPBOX FOLDER
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Summary
Mr. Hatch leads a predictable and dreary life; he keeps to himself. One Valentine’s Day, he unexpectedly receives a heart-shaped package with an anonymous note that whispers, “somebody loves you,” and everything changes. This heartwarming puppet play examines the effect that kindness can have on a lonely existence. Join washerwomen Betsy, Edna, and Molly as they bring Mr. Hatch’s story to life and help him search for his secret admirer!
School Performances
Arts Umbrella, VANCOUVER, BC
$13 / PERSON (+ GST)
BUY 20 GET 1 FREE DEAL!
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
10:00 AM (74% SOLD) | 1:00 PM (45% SOLD)
Thursday, February 8, 2024
10:00 AM (SOLD OUT) | 1:00 PM (25% SOLD)
Friday, February 9, 2024
10:00 AM (60% SOLD) | 1:00 PM (SOLD OUT)
Touring Information
Please contact the Booking & Marketing Coordinator by email at petrice@axistheatre.com or call 604 669 0631 for more information.
Photos by Jayda Paige Photography. Shown in order: Sarah May Redmond, Jeny Cassady, Christine Reinfort & Mr Hatch
“The BEST”
"The BEST school performance I've seen in 27 years!"
— Mark Koebel, Eileen Madson Primary
“Stellar Piece”
"To sit in an audience of children and be able to hear a pin drop is a testament to the stellar piece of TYA theatre Axis has created. I have to say; the adults were enjoying the production as much as the youth."
— Dawn E, Audience Member
“Best response”
"I've taught here for 15 years and it was the best response I've seen from the students!"
- Craigflower Elementary
