66th Season - Little Steps, Epic Journey

Written By Emily Maples

Welcome to Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater & Academy’s 66th Season! Across enchanted oceans, shadowed winters, unexpected friendships, and impossible dreams, this season celebrates the courage it takes to begin. Each story reminds us that even the smallest choice—to hope, to believe, to move forward with bravery—can spark an extraordinary adventure. Because every epic journey starts with one little step.

Find all of the information you need to know for this upcoming season below!

Season Pass + Ticket Info

Important Dates

  • Season Renewal Period is June 1 - June 30

    • Current season passholders, please check your email for instructions on how to renew.

  • NEW season pass purchases open June 1

  • Individual tickets go on sale July 1

For questions, please email BoxOffice@FantasyPlayhouse.com or call our office at 256-539-6829. Our virtual Box Office hours are M-F, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Season Pass Benefits

Save BIG on the season by purchasing a season pass for our 66th season! Don’t worry about missing a show because it’s sold out; you already have your tickets secured! Take advantage of season benefits such as FREE ticket exchanges OR 10% off select merchandise and concessions at our home on the Boulevard!

    • Discounts on Mainstage Tickets (The Little Mermaid, The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe, James & the Giant Peach)

      • Season Pass Adult: $24

      • Season Pass Child: $17

    • Discount on A Christmas Carol tickets at the time of Season Pass purchase

    • FREE Ticket Exchanges

    • Priority Seating - Pick your seats before individual tickets go on sale

    • Reserved seating from show to show AND season to season

    • 10% off select merchandise and concessions

      • NOT VALID ON CONCESSIONS DURING A CHRISTMAS CAROL (VBC PLAYHOUSE)

    • Discounts on regular camps/classes

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Mainstage - Little Steps, Epic Journeys

  • Adapted & Directed by Stephen Tyler Davis
    Assistant Director & Costume Design: April Schonrock

    Your favorite redheaded mermaid princess swims to Fantasy Playhouse on the Boulevard this fall to open our 66th season. In this brand-new musical adaptation, a curious young mermaid longs to take her first small steps on land even if it means leaving her shimmering blue ocean home, and her fins, behind. Will a simple trade with the evil sea witch be more than what this little mermaid bargained for? This fresh Fantasy retelling dives into love, longing, and the price of chasing your dreams, all wrapped in under-the-sea wonder. Title Sponsor: ValleyMLS.com

  • Sept 18-20, 24-27, 2026
    Friday @ 7 p.m.
    Saturday & Sunday @ 1 p.m. & 6 p.m.

    Location: FPCTA on the Boulevard
    3320 Triana Blvd, SW
    Huntsville, AL 35805

  • July 25-26, 2026

    Location: FPCTA on the Boulevard
    3320 Triana Blvd. SW
    Huntsville, AL 35805

    Details TBA

  • SEASON EXTRA
    Adaptation by Cherie Evans
    Original compositions by Stacy Morris
    Directed by Jessica Alexander-Bradley

    On one magical Christmas Eve, hard-hearted Ebenezer Scrooge is swept through past, present, and future- a journey that just might change his life forever. Along the way, he must discover that kindness, generosity, and connection are the truest treasures of all. Adapted especially for FPCTA and developed through workshops with our creative community, this original retelling by Fantasy Kid and local playwright Cherie Evans brings fresh imagination, warmth, and theatrical sparkle to the VBC stage for 37 years!

  • December 4-6, 10-13, 2026
    Thursday & Friday @ 7 p.m.
    Saturday & Sunday @ 1 p.m. & 6 p.m.

    Location: VBC Playhouse
    700 Monroe St. SW
    Huntsville, AL 35801

  • TBA

  • Adapted by Don Quinn, from the story by C.S. Lewis
    Directed by Joanna White

    Puppetry by Ethan Mitchell

    When four ordinary children step through a wardrobe, they discover the magical land of Narnia — a snowy world filled with talking animals, dancing fauns, loyal beavers, giants, and centaurs. But Narnia lies trapped in endless winter under the rule of a witch, and restoring spring will require true courage. Guided by the mighty lion Aslan, the children must choose bravery over fear, loyalty over betrayal, and hope over despair. This beloved adventure celebrates friendship, sacrifice, and the power of love to change the world.

  • Feb 26-28 & March 4-7, 2027
    Friday @ 7 p.m.
    Saturday & Sunday @ 1 p.m. & 6 p.m.

    Location: FPCTA on the Boulevard
    3320 Triana Blvd. SW
    Huntsville, AL 35805

  • November 21-22, 2026

    Location: FPCTA on the Boulevard
    3320 Triana SW
    Huntsville, AL 35805
    Details TBA

  • Book by Timothy Allen McDonald
    Music and Lyrics by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul
    Based on the book by Roald Dahl
    Directed by Helen Donahue
    Musical Direction by Nathan Solomon

    Young James is sent on the adventure of a lifetime when a mysterious bit of magic turns an ordinary peach into an enormous rolling wonder. Inside, he meets an unforgettable crew of larger-than-life insect friends who help him escape his dreadful aunts and set sail toward a new future.

    Packed with imagination, humor, and heart, James and the Giant Peach TYA is a vibrant musical adventure featuring the soaring early songs of Tony Award–winning songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Dear Evan Hansen, The Greatest Showman). This playful Theatre for Young Audiences adaptation brings Roald Dahl’s beloved story to life with bold characters, inventive storytelling, and a joyful celebration of courage, friendship, and finding your place in the world.

  • June 4-6, & 10-13, 2027
    Friday @ 7 p.m.
    Saturday & Sunday @ 1 p.m. & 6 p.m.

    Location: FPCTA on the Boulevard
    3320 Triana Blvd. SW
    Huntsville, AL 35805

  • April 3-4, 2027

    Location: FPCTA on the Boulevard
    3320 Triana Blvd. SW
    Huntsville, AL 35805

    Details TBA

Special Events

Theater for Young Audiences

  • Fantasy is excited to offer field trips and public performances of a bold Shakespearean adventure for our older middle school and high school audiences. Featuring our very own professional theatre company of Alabama A&M actors, Shakespeare in Love & War delivers epic love scenes and thrilling sword fights — from the moonlit balcony of Romeo and Juliet to the fiery clashes of Macbeth. Bold, passionate, and swashbuckling, this unforgettable experience is perfectly built for the classroom. Because it’s the Bard, we rate this production PG, and recommend it for teen audiences.

  • This Fantasy Jr. approved twist on our holiday ghost story introduces younger audiences to Dickens’ timeless tale with extra heart and a little less “boo!” Performed on the beautifully transformed set of our Mainstage production at the VBC Playhouse, this story told by a smaller-cast (and puppets!) features music, dance, and comedy to make the classic ghost story a little more merry and not so scary. It’s the perfect first step into the world of Scrooge, spirits, and second chances for our youngest theatergoers.

  • Get ready to groove and learn! Schoolhouse Funk is our fresh, high-energy spin on the classic Saturday morning cartoon vibe — a brand-new song cycle celebrating foundational Black Americans who shaped our nation. From brilliant inventors and bold civil rights leaders to groundbreaking artists and cultural changemakers, this joyful musical journey honors the innovation, resilience, and creativity that built American culture.

    Brought to life by the powerhouse musicians of the renowned Bulldog Beat Band — Alabama A&M University’s musical touring ensemble — Schoolhouse Funk is smart, soulful, and full of rhythm, celebrating Black joy and Black excellence with every beat.

  • When a tiny blue engine agrees to pull a heavy train over the hill, she proves that determination and a positive attitude can make the impossible possible. With colorful puppetry, lively music, and joyful movement, this visually exciting production is perfect for preschool and elementary audiences — a sweet reminder that “I think I can” goes a long way.

Academy Season ‘26-’27

  • Registration opens June 1. Early Bird ends June 15.

    • Class starts the week of Aug. 24

    • Class ends the week of Nov. 16

    • Fall Break Camp: Oct. 5-9

    • Veteran’s Day Camp: Nov. 11

    • Musical Theatre Showcase is on Nov. 14, 2026

    • Class starts the week of Jan. 25

    • Class ends the week of Apr. 19

    • Musical Theater Showcase performance is on April 17

    • Spring Break Camp is March 15-19

    • Summer camp starts the week of May 31, 2027

    • Summer camp ends the week of July 23

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