‘Fancy Nancy The Musical’ Coming to the Perot Theatre May 23

The award-winning Vital Theatre Company is pleased to announce "Fancy Nancy The Musical" on Saturday, May 23, at 2 p.m. at the historic Perot Theatre."Fancy Nancy The Musical" is based on the book series by Jane O’Conner and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser. The musical adaptation’s creative team includes scenic designer Kyle Dixon, Lighting Designer Josh Bradford, Costume Designer Amanda Jenks, and Music Director James Dobinson. With book and lyrics by Susan DiLallo, music and lyrics by Danny Abosch, and Direction/Choreography by Sam Viverito.

The story follows Nancy and her friends Bree, Rhonda, Wanda, and Lionel, who are going to be performing 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?

The show is geared towards children 2 – 10 years old. Called “a family-friendly production brimming with style and wit” (New York Metro Parents), "Fancy Nancy The Musical" has been critically acclaimed since its opening at Vital Theatre Company in September 2012. The Fancy Nancy Cast recording won the 2013 Off-Broadway Kids Original Musical CD of the Year.

For show reservations, call the Perot Theatre Box Office at 903- 792-4992.  Seats for all shows are assigned on a first come, first served basis. Tickets are $12 per person for general admission.

For more information and tickets go to their website.