The Thing About Names

by Emily McClain

TEN MINUTE PLAY- The City Commission has been charged with the renaming of the Orville Hatch Library. It has been renovated at great expense and there is a lot of pressure to have a better, more prestigious name selected. As the three members discuss options, Molly, the head librarian, tries to provide some perspective and guide the decision as best she can.

TEN MINUTE PLAY- The City Commission has been charged with the renaming of the Orville Hatch Library. It has been renovated at great expense and there is a lot of pressure to have a better, more prestigious name selected. As the three members discuss options, Molly, the head librarian, tries to provide some perspective and guide the decision as best she can.

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  • Bram Hartman: The Thing About Names by Emily McClain
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    We feel for the charming Librarian who just wants best for the library, but has to deal with bureaucrats who have their own interests. The piece pushes the importance we place on names while also, comically, highlighting the lack of importance of a name. An enjoyable read and would be a lot of fun to see produced.

    We feel for the charming Librarian who just wants best for the library, but has to deal with bureaucrats who have their own interests. The piece pushes the importance we place on names while also, comically, highlighting the lack of importance of a name. An enjoyable read and would be a lot of fun to see produced.

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  • John Kelly: The Thing About Names by Emily McClain
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    An enjoyable look at small town politics and politicians. Sure to hit home with anyone who has worked in such a position. By all means, give it a look!

    An enjoyable look at small town politics and politicians. Sure to hit home with anyone who has worked in such a position. By all means, give it a look!

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MOLLY: A dedicated librarian who has worked at the Orville Hatch Library for twelve years.
JEFFREY: Chairman of the City Commissioners. A pompous but moderately likable man.
DALE: City Planning Manager. A nervous, excitable man.
MARGARET: City Public Relations Manager. An obnoxious woman.