QC Visiting Artist Series: Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch

“Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch” is set in a friendly and quaint town in the 1940’s. Mr. Hatch is a tall, thin, lonely man who works a simple but important job attaching the aglets to shoelaces at a factory. He often spends time alone and doesn’t have the confidence or desire to make or keep friends.

One day his life turns around when he receives a package on Valentine’s Day with a pink bow that has a message that reads, “Somebody loves you.” Mr. Hatch’s world is turned upside down and he begins to make friends, enjoy all sorts of nice foods, and the fun parts of life that he once ignored.  After receiving the letter, Mr. Hatch goes on a hunt to find out who sent him the mysterious package. Mr. Hatch is loved after all! 

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!
“Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch” has been adapted for the stage by Axis Theatre’s Artistic Director, Chris McGregor from the children’s novel by Eileen Spinelli. Run time: 35 minutes