ZACH Theatre announced the return of Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch, the new musical by Emmy Award-winning Allen Robertson, based on the beloved children’s book by Eileen Spinelli. Part of the ZACH360 experience, Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch plays April 29–May 22, 2022 on The Kleberg at ZACH under the direction of creator Allen Robertson.

A world premiere at ZACH in March 2020, Allen Roberston brings a contemporary score and playful audience interaction with a funny, heartwarming story celebrating friendship, acceptance, and self-esteem that will delight all ages. Based on the story by Eileen Spinelli, Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch will star both an adult and student cast. Adult cast includes Nathan Jerkins, Paul Sanchez and Amber Quick. The student cast includes Blakeney Mahlsteadt and Stella Frye Ginsberg.

From the Emmy Award-winning creator of “The Biscuit Brothers” and Tortoise and Hare comes a new musical based on the beloved children’s book. Mr. Hatch is a lonely man leading a ho-hum life until one Valentine’s Day he receives a note that reads “Somebody loves you” …and everything changes. With a contemporary score and playful audience interaction, Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch is a funny, heartwarming story celebrating friendship, acceptance, and self-esteem that will delight all ages.

Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch is directed and musically directed by Allen Robertson with Costume Design by Christina Montgomery, Lighting Design by Austin Brown, Sound Design by Allen Robertson, Brennah Galvin as Production Stage Manager, and Davvi Solomon as Takeover Stage Manager. Special Events in celebration of Somebody Love You, Mr. Hatch:

• ASL Interpreted Performance – Sunday, May 8, 2022 at 2:00 p.m.

• Sensory Friendly Performance – Saturday, May 14, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch

When: April 29–May 22, 2022
Where: ZACH360 on The Kleberg at ZACH | 1421 W. Riverside Drive | Austin, TX | 78704
Tickets: Start at $15 (Youth) and $21 (Adult) at ZACH’s box office and zachtheatre.org
Age Recommendation: Three and up

COVID PROTOCOLS AND HEALTH AND SAFETY:

A negative COVID-19 test result must be obtained within 72 hours (3 days) of the show date. Both molecular (PCR) and antigen (rapid) tests will be accepted. In lieu of a negative test, patrons may volunteer proof of vaccination. Negative COVID-19 test, or proof of vaccination will be checked upon entry to ZACH’s campus. The following forms of proof of vaccination will be accepted:

• Physical vaccination card

• Verified App (CLEAR Health Pass, My Bindle)

• A photo of a physical vaccination card

• Final vaccine must be dated at least 14 days prior to show date.

The policy applies to both indoor and outdoor performances and will affect audience members ages 12 and up. Children under 12 will not be required to provide a negative COVID-19 test upon entry.