Then he did something he has never done before… he laughed!

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!

Photos by Jayda Paige Photography. Featuring Sarah May Redmond, Jeny Cassady, and Christine Reinfort. Mr. Hatch puppet design by Frank Rader and Puppet Costume Design by Barbara Clayden.

  • Recommended Audience: Pre-K - Grade 5
    Run Time: 45 minutes

    Available for theatres, festivals, and schools.

  • Includes 'Pre-Performance Activities' to help prepare your students for a live performance. Use the synopsis and vocabulary sections to review concepts and words the play mentions!

    DOWNLOAD STUDY GUIDE [PDF]

  • Find a press release, bios, marketing materials, and more in our Presenter Kit dropbox folder.

    MR.HATCH PRESENTER KIT

  • THEATRES
    Technical Rider: DOWNLOAD [PDF]
    Set Drawings: DOWNLOAD [PDF]
    Ground Plan: DOWNLOAD [PDF]
    Lighting Info: DOWNLOAD [PDF]

    SCHOOLS
    Please review the requirements for hosting a show prior to booking. COMING SOON

  • JESSIE RICHARDSON AWARDS 2016–2017

    • Outstanding Design (TYA): Frank Rader and Barbara Clayden (Puppet Design)

    • Outstanding Artistic Creation (TYA): Chris McGregor (Directing)

    • Outstanding Performance (TYA)*: Jeny Cassady, Mika Laulainen, and Sarah May Redmond

    • Outstanding Production (TYA)*

    *: Nominated

Touring Information

Want to book a show?
Contact Petrice or submit a booking request.

Petrice Brett
Booking & Marketing Coordinator
petrice@axistheatre.com
604 669 0631

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“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