Back by popular demand, it’s a holiday season filled with elegant wrapping paper, festive decorations, Christmas cookies with sprinkles—and of course, 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’s finally able to buy a brand-new sparkly tree topper. She simply cannot wait to decorate the Christmas tree. But when things don’t go as planned, can Nancy still make Christmas as splendiferous as she dreamed?
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
Orchestrations and Vocal Arrangements by Randy Klein
Robin Walton, Katelyn Spurgin, Abel Miramontes, Kristin Cortines and Shai Culver in “Fancy Nancy: Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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.
Richard Comeau, Matt Takahashi, Brooklyn Vizcarra, Georgia Kate, and Haley Catherine in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater. 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 Chris and Lisa Husby – Hatbox Photography.
Matt Takahashi, Georgia Kate, Haley Catherine, and Brooklyn Vizcarra in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater. 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 Chris and Lisa Husby – Hatbox Photography.
Brooklyn Vizcarra in “Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas” at Chance Theater. 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 Chris and Lisa Husby – Hatbox Photography.
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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. Patrons of all abilities are welcome, including but not limited to those with intellectual or learning disabilities, sensory processing conditions or autism. There is a relaxed attitude to noise and movement within the auditorium, and some minor production changes may be made to reduce the intensity of light, sound and other potentially startling effects. This year, our Relaxed Performances are on
My 4 yo daughter loves music and theater. And fancy Nancy is one of her favorites
— Anonymous
The play was appropriate for children and had a message appropriate for all ages. All of the performers were very good.
— Carol Wilbanks
They were super fun and friendly and entertaining and it was like they were a big family. It was my first play but definitely not my last here.
— Austin
A fabulous performance!!!! The cast was splendid.
— Anonymous
My 91 yo father and I came to support his neighbor Robin. The show was a relaxed show, but we found the kids to be quite well behaved and we very much enjoyed the show! The actors were all wonderful and the message was a good one! Thank you.
— Anonymous
The show was very enjoyable.
— Alan Lowe
My granddaughter thoroughly enjoyed the show.
— Anonymous
Well done in every way……. But I would warn them to bring a blanket and scarves or ???
— Anonymous
Length, audience size, and amount of singing were just right for the children.
My 4 yo daughter loves music and theater. And fancy Nancy is one of her favorites
The play was appropriate for children and had a message appropriate for all ages. All of the performers were very good.
They were super fun and friendly and entertaining and it was like they were a big family. It was my first play but definitely not my last here.
A fabulous performance!!!! The cast was splendid.
My 91 yo father and I came to support his neighbor Robin. The show was a relaxed show, but we found the kids to be quite well behaved and we very much enjoyed the show! The actors were all wonderful and the message was a good one! Thank you.
The show was very enjoyable.
My granddaughter thoroughly enjoyed the show.
Well done in every way……. But I would warn them to bring a blanket and scarves or ???
Length, audience size, and amount of singing were just right for the children.