Presents with elegant wrapping paper, festive decorations, Christmas cookies with sprinkles – and who could forget the tree? After all, there is no such thing as too much tinsel. Ooh, la la! This year, Nancy is especially excited. After selling some of her old gowns and accessories, she has enough money to buy a brand-new sparkly tree topper. She simply cannot wait to decorate the Christmas tree. But when things don’t turn out the way Nancy planned, does Christmas still stand a chance of being splendiferous?
Recommendation: Ages 4 and up. Great for the entire family.
“The hourlong musical…has a dramatic tension….as well as a refreshing sound:…elements of swing well as contemporary pop… Everyone learns the true meaning of the holiday…but what makes Splendiferous Christmas winning is that it dares to be a little naughty as well as nice.” New York Times
“Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas is a wonderful holiday indulgence…an energetic and colorful production… in addition to being entertained, young audiences will be inspired to think about generosity, kindness and the true spirit of the holidays. And … the songs are catchy and charming.” Mommy Poppins
“When you watch the play, Fancy Nancy: Splendiferous Christmas you will realize that Fancy Nancy is not too fancy and is someone with many good qualities that you want your children to learn from.” The Culture Mom
Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas, The Musical
Book by Cara Lustik and Matthew Hardy
Music by Randy Klein
Lyrics by Matthew Hardy
Richard Comeau, Penny Devlin, Benni Ruby, Matt Takahashi, and Katie Canavan in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Kristin Cortines, Abel Miramontes, Katelyn Spurgin, and Shai Culver in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Benni Ruby and Katie Canavan in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Kristin Cortines, Abel Miramontes, Shai Culver, and Katelyn Spurgin in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Kristin Cortines and Robin Walton in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Matt Takahashi, Benni Ruby, Katie Canavan, and Penny Devlin in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Benni Ruby, Penny Devlin, Matt Takahashi, and Katie Canavan in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Benni Ruby and Penny Devlin in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Kristin Cortines and Robin Walton in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Kristin Cortines and Katelyn Spurgin in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Benni Ruby and Richard Comeau in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Katelyn Spurgin and Matt Takahashi in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Benni Ruby in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.
Benni Ruby and Richard Comeau in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater through December 23, 2023. Playing at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy; Lyrics by Matthew Hardy; Music by Randy Klein; based on the popular “Fancy Nancy” books by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser; directed by James Michael McHale; music direction by Jimmy Beall. Photo by Doug Catiller.