Fancy Nancy, The Musical (2023)
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Book & Lyrics by
Susan DiLallo
Music & Lyrics by
Danny Abosch
Based on the popular "Fancy Nancy" books
by Jane O'Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser
Directed by
Nicole Schlitt
Music Direction by
Robyn Manion
Based on original staging by
Kelly Todd
Awards and Recognition
- TYA Family Series
- Back by Popular Demand
- Based on Best-Selling Books
- Gold Award Family Review Center
Reviewer Quotes
“ The show demonstrates that ordinary children can be fancy too, and, even more important, that Fancy Nancy can be an ordinary child. ”
New York Times
“ fills the theatre with laughter, catchy songs and life-long lessons ”
Broadway World
On the Cripe Stage…
This TYA favorite returns to the Chance for the sixth time. Bring the family and watch as Fancy Nancy and her friends Bree, Rhonda, Wanda, and Lionel get ready to perform in their very first show, “Deep Sea Dances.” Nancy is positive, that’s fancy for 100 percent sure, that she and Bree will be picked to be mermaids. When another girl wins the coveted role of the mermaid, Nancy is stuck playing a dreary, dull tree. Can Nancy bring fancy flair to her role, even though it isn’t the one she wanted?
Recommendation: Ages 4 and up. Great for the entire family.
Please Note: Babes in arms and children under four are not permitted, unless it’s at a designated Relaxed Performance.
“The audience is almost like a fashion show. They put on their finest tiaras, they’ll wear boas, tutus, mermaid costumes, ruby slippers and fairy wings…anything they’ve seen Nancy wear. Looking over the sea of adorable little girls, all you could see was pink feathers, shiny frippery, and Big, Big Smiles!”The Show Report
Executive Producers
Sophie & Larry Cripe
Season Producers
Bette & Wylie Aitken
Associate Season Producer The Family of Mary Kay Fyda-Mar
Honorary Producer
Robert Berman
IN PERFORMANCE
Jaylen Baham as Lionel, Gabbie Adner as Rhonda, Jillian Batt as Nancy, Juliet Parker as Bree, and Alyssa Corella as Wanda in Chance Theater’s TYA production of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical.” Playing thru June 19, 2022, this musical adaptation of the popular book series has book and lyrics by Susan DiLallo, music and lyrics by Danny Abosch, and is directed by Laura M. Hathaway and music directed by Robyn Manion. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Angela Griswold as Nancy in Chance Theater’s TYA production of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical.” Playing thru June 19, 2022, this musical adaptation of the popular book series has book and lyrics by Susan DiLallo, music and lyrics by Danny Abosch, and is directed by Laura M. Hathaway and music directed by Robyn Manion. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Jillian Batt as Nancy and Juliet Parker as Bree in Chance Theater’s TYA production of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical.” Playing thru June 19, 2022, this musical adaptation of the popular book series has book and lyrics by Susan DiLallo, music and lyrics by Danny Abosch, and is directed by Laura M. Hathaway and music directed by Robyn Manion. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Em Flosi as Wanda, Elijah Douglas as Lionel, and Fiona Burrows as Rhonda in the encore presentation of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical” from May 26 – June 18, 2023 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Jillian Batt as Nancy, Matt Takahashi as Lionel, and Juliet Parker as Bree in the encore presentation of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical” from May 26 – June 18, 2023 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Elijah Douglas as Lionel, Fiona Burrows as Rhonda, and Em Flosi as Wanda in the encore presentation of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical” from May 26 – June 18, 2023 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Jillian Batt as Nancy and Katie Brown as Mrs. Clancy in Chance Theater’s TYA production of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical.” Playing thru June 19, 2022, this musical adaptation of the popular book series has book and lyrics by Susan DiLallo, music and lyrics by Danny Abosch, and is directed by Laura M. Hathaway and music directed by Robyn Manion. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Elijah Douglas, Fiona Burrows, Angela Griswold, Juliet Parker, and Em Flosi in the encore presentation of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical” from May 26 – June 18, 2023 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Angela Griswold as Nancy and Juliet Parker as Bree in the encore presentation of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical” from May 26 – June 18, 2023 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Alyssa Corella as Wanda, Jaylen Baham as Lionel, and Gabbie Adner as Rhonda in Chance Theater’s TYA production of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical.” Playing thru June 19, 2022, this musical adaptation of the popular book series has book and lyrics by Susan DiLallo, music and lyrics by Danny Abosch, and is directed by Laura M. Hathaway and music directed by Robyn Manion. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Alyssa Corella as Wanda and Gabbie Adner as Rhonda in the encore presentation of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical” from May 26 – June 18, 2023 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Fiona Burrows as Rhonda, Angela Griswold as Nancy, Em Flosi as Wanda, and Elijah Douglas as Lionel in the encore presentation of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical” from May 26 – June 18, 2023 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Juliet Parker as Bree, Jaylen Baham as Lionel, Alyssa Corella as Wanda, and Jillian Batt as Nancy in Chance Theater’s TYA production of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical.” Playing thru June 19, 2022, this musical adaptation of the popular book series has book and lyrics by Susan DiLallo, music and lyrics by Danny Abosch, and is directed by Laura M. Hathaway and music directed by Robyn Manion. Photo by Tanya Catiller.
Robyn Manion as Mrs. Clancy and Angela Griswold as Nancy in the encore presentation of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical” from May 26 – June 18, 2023 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Liz B. Williams as Bree and Angela Griswold as Nancy in Chance Theater’s TYA production of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical.” Playing thru June 19, 2022, this musical adaptation of the popular book series has book and lyrics by Susan DiLallo, music and lyrics by Danny Abosch, and is directed by Laura M. Hathaway and music directed by Robyn Manion. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Angela Griswold as Fancy Nancy in the encore presentation of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical” from May 26 – June 18, 2023 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Jillian Batt as Fancy Nancy in the encore presentation of “Fancy Nancy, The Musical” from May 26 – June 18, 2023 at Chance Theater in Anaheim, CA. Photo by Doug Catiller.
MEET THE CAST AFTER THE SHOW
Fancy Nancy – Opening Night
Fancy Nancy – Opening Night
Fancy Nancy – Opening Night
Fancy Nancy – Opening Night
Fancy Nancy – Opening Night
Fancy Nancy – Opening Night
Fancy Nancy – Opening Night
Fancy Nancy – Opening Night
The Chance is thrilled to be providing at least one "Relaxed Performance" per show in our TYA Family Series. Relaxed performances are specifically designed to welcome patrons who will benefit from a less restricted audience environment. All patrons are welcome, including but not limited to those with:
Click here to reserve tickets for our Relaxed Performance.
- intellectual or learning disabilities
- sensory processing conditions
- audience members on the autism spectrum
- children under 4 years old
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Venue Bette Aitken theater arts Center
Bette Aitken theater arts Center
5522 E. La Palma Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92807
Venue Amenities
- Full-Service Bar
- Free Parking
- Conveniently Located
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At a Glance
- Approximate Running Time:
- 1 hour, 10 minutes with intermission
- Special Notes:
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- Photos & autographs after each performance.
- Babes in arms and children under 4 are not permitted.
- Join us for Opening Night as a Gold Member.
- 20% off for groups of 10 or more.
I thought this play was hilarious. The songs were great (my personal favorite was the shark rap). Lots to enjoy for kids and adults. My daughter absolutely loved the show and hasn’t stopped talking about it. The cast was also so warm and welcoming to the kids after the show, it was much appreciated!
The meet and greet at the end is a nice touch we enjoy so much!
My great-grandchildren (5 & 6) were thrilled to be able to get pictures with the cast and autographs on their programs after the show. This was their first live performance experience.