Matthew Hardy
Latest News on Matthew Hardy:
SPRING AWAKENING; TICK, TICK...BOOM!; and More Set For the Chance Theater 2025 Season (Nov 12, 2024)
FANCY NANCY SPLENDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS Set for Chance Theater This December (Nov 2, 2024)
VIRTUOSO Announces Premiere Cast Album Recorded In Both Polish And English (Jan 11, 2024)
SPRING AWAKENING; TICK, TICK...BOOM!; and More Set For the Chance Theater 2025 Season (Nov 12, 2024)
FANCY NANCY SPLENDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS Set for Chance Theater This December (Nov 2, 2024)
VIRTUOSO Announces Premiere Cast Album Recorded In Both Polish And English (Jan 11, 2024)
BIO
Matthew Hardy is a Bookwriter, Lyricist and Composer whose musicals include Virtuoso (Musical Theater in Poznan 2020), The C-Word (Hamilton Grounds for Sculpture 2017), Twinkle Tames a Dragon (Off Broadway 2016-17, Tour 2017), Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas (Off Broadway 2014-16, National Tour 2015-16), Flambé Dreams (NYMF 2012 Excellence in Lyric Writing), Bonnets & Bling (West Chester University 2016), Ever Happily After (NYMF 2013, Center Stage Theatre, Maltz Jupiter Theatre), and The Rubberers (Delaware New Works Festival 2008, West Chester University 2014).
Originally from Houston, Texas, Matthew is a graduate of Brigham Young University (BFA), University of Utah (MA) and the William Esper Studio. Matthew is the winner of the Paderewski Musical Competition (2019), a New Music USA Grant Recipient (2016), Anna Sosenko Trust Recipient (2012), and a Jerry Boch Award Finalist (2011). He is a member of Actor's Equity, The Dramatist Guild and an alum of The BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theater Workshop. www.matthewhardy.org
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STAGE CREDITS
Additional Credits
As an actor Matthew has toured nationally with the Broadway production of Fosse and Jane Comfort’s Faith Healing. Regional credits include Barnum (Barnum), Swing (Everett), A Few Good Men (Dawson), Cats (Skimbleshanks), Annie Get Your Gun (Tommy), Gutenberg! The Musical! (Bud) and a lead vocalist in the world premiere of Disney's When You Wish at TUTS. Matthew was honored to be included among twenty other New York actors in Backstage East's "2007 Performances to Remember" for his performance as Froyim in Fritz & Froyim at the Times Square Arts Center.
News
SPRING AWAKENING; TICK, TICK...BOOM!; and More Set For the Chance Theater 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024
Chance Theater has announced its 2025 season, featuring bold, groundbreaking musicals, regional premieres, a world premiere from the company's inaugural resident playwright, and beloved holiday and family classics.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024
Chance Theater has announced its 2025 season, featuring bold, groundbreaking musicals, regional premieres, a world premiere from the company's inaugural resident playwright, and beloved holiday and family classics.
FANCY NANCY SPLENDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS Set for Chance Theater This December
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024
Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, will present the encore presentation of Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas, the delightful stage adaptation of the beloved book series by Jane O'Connor, illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser, from December 6, 2024 — December 22, 2024.
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024
Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, will present the encore presentation of Fancy Nancy, Splendiferous Christmas, the delightful stage adaptation of the beloved book series by Jane O'Connor, illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser, from December 6, 2024 — December 22, 2024.
VIRTUOSO Announces Premiere Cast Album Recorded In Both Polish And English
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2024
The highly anticipated Original Polish Cast Recording of VIRTUOSO is set to captivate audiences worldwide on Friday, February 2, 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2024
The highly anticipated Original Polish Cast Recording of VIRTUOSO is set to captivate audiences worldwide on Friday, February 2, 2024.
Roxey Ballet Presents THE C WORD: Personal Stories Of Triumph Over Breast Cancer
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2023
Frenchtown, NJ (2023): Roxey Ballet's Healing Arts Initiative presents an exploration of the journeys of women who were diagnosed, treated, and survived various stages of breast cancer in its production of The C Word: Personal Stories of Triumph Over Breast Cancer.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2023
Frenchtown, NJ (2023): Roxey Ballet's Healing Arts Initiative presents an exploration of the journeys of women who were diagnosed, treated, and survived various stages of breast cancer in its production of The C Word: Personal Stories of Triumph Over Breast Cancer.
Photos: First Look at Chance Theater's FANCY NANCY: SPLENDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2022
All new production photos have been released for Chance Theater's Fancy Nancy: Splendiferous Christmas. The live in-person production will be playing at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage through December 23.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2022
All new production photos have been released for Chance Theater's Fancy Nancy: Splendiferous Christmas. The live in-person production will be playing at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center on the Fyda-Mar Stage through December 23.
FANCY NANCY SPLENDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS THE MUSICAL Comes to Lancaster
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2022
The award-winning Vital Theatre Company has announced the return of FANCY NANCY SPLEDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS. The show will run on Sundays at 1:00 pm and Thursday, December 22nd at 1:00 pm from November 27th 2022 through December 22nd, 2022.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2022
The award-winning Vital Theatre Company has announced the return of FANCY NANCY SPLEDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS. The show will run on Sundays at 1:00 pm and Thursday, December 22nd at 1:00 pm from November 27th 2022 through December 22nd, 2022.
FANCY NANCY: SPLENDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS Comes to the Chance Theater Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2022
Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, announces the Southern California Premiere of “Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas” the stage adaptation of the best-selling series of books by Jane O'Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy, Lyrics by Matthew Hardy, and Music by Randy Klein.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2022
Chance Theater, Anaheim's official resident theater company, announces the Southern California Premiere of “Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas” the stage adaptation of the best-selling series of books by Jane O'Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser. Book by Cara Lustik & Matthew Hardy, Lyrics by Matthew Hardy, and Music by Randy Klein.
Vital Theatre Company Presents FANCY NANCY SPLENDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2022
The award-winning Vital Theatre Company has announced the return of FANCY NANCY SPLEDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS. The show will run on selected Saturdays and Sundays at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm from November 19, 2022 through December 31, 2022.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2022
The award-winning Vital Theatre Company has announced the return of FANCY NANCY SPLEDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS. The show will run on selected Saturdays and Sundays at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm from November 19, 2022 through December 31, 2022.
Roxey Ballet Announces Spring Season Of Dance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2022
Despite the loss of revenue from the pandemic and the black box theater from Hurricane Ida, The Roxey Ballet Company prevails with an adventurous spring season of productions presenting Carmen, Frida, Mowgli (The Jungle Book Story), Graduation Ball, and The C-Word: Stories of Triumph Over Breast Cancer.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2022
Despite the loss of revenue from the pandemic and the black box theater from Hurricane Ida, The Roxey Ballet Company prevails with an adventurous spring season of productions presenting Carmen, Frida, Mowgli (The Jungle Book Story), Graduation Ball, and The C-Word: Stories of Triumph Over Breast Cancer.
TWINKLE'S FAIRY PET DAY Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording in Now Available to Download and Stream
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2021
Recorded April 2016,Twinkle's Fairy Pet Day features the vocal talents of original cast members Rachel Peterson, Michelle ZurSchmiede, Trysten Reynolds, Cynthia Nesbit with Matthew Hardy providing the voice of Scruffy the Dragon.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2021
Recorded April 2016,Twinkle's Fairy Pet Day features the vocal talents of original cast members Rachel Peterson, Michelle ZurSchmiede, Trysten Reynolds, Cynthia Nesbit with Matthew Hardy providing the voice of Scruffy the Dragon.
New Musical VIRTUOSO Has World Premiere in Poland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2020
On September 12th, the world premiere of the new musical Virtuoso took place at the Musical Theater in Poznań. Virtuoso is inspired but the life of world famous pianist, composer, and statesman Ignacy Jan Paderewski.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2020
On September 12th, the world premiere of the new musical Virtuoso took place at the Musical Theater in Poznań. Virtuoso is inspired but the life of world famous pianist, composer, and statesman Ignacy Jan Paderewski.
Roxey Ballet Presents WE VS. C: STORIES OF BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2019
On June 1,2,3 , Roxey Ballet will perform the groundbreaking performance of Mark Roxey's We vs. C: - (THE C WORD) Personal Stories of Triumph.
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2019
On June 1,2,3 , Roxey Ballet will perform the groundbreaking performance of Mark Roxey's We vs. C: - (THE C WORD) Personal Stories of Triumph.
BWW REVIEW: FANCY NANCY: SPLENDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS at Adventure Theatre
by Elliot Lanes - Nov 28, 2018
We all know how stressful the holidays can be, especially finding the perfect gift for friends and family. But what about the perfect accoutrement, - that's a fancy word now isn't it - for the top of your Christmas tree? Yes, the tree topper can make or break any holiday celebration and you won't find a better illustration of this fact than Adventure Theatre's super splendid (that's a fancy word for really excellent) production of Fancy Nancy: Splendiferous Christmas. The show boasts a score by Randy Klein (music), Matthew Hardy (lyrics) and Cara Lustik and Matthew Hardy (book).
by Elliot Lanes - Nov 28, 2018
We all know how stressful the holidays can be, especially finding the perfect gift for friends and family. But what about the perfect accoutrement, - that's a fancy word now isn't it - for the top of your Christmas tree? Yes, the tree topper can make or break any holiday celebration and you won't find a better illustration of this fact than Adventure Theatre's super splendid (that's a fancy word for really excellent) production of Fancy Nancy: Splendiferous Christmas. The show boasts a score by Randy Klein (music), Matthew Hardy (lyrics) and Cara Lustik and Matthew Hardy (book).
Adventure Theatre Announces 2018-2019 Professional Season
by Julie Musbach - Jun 18, 2018
Adventure Theatre MTC (ATMTC), recipient of 8 Helen Hayes awards, including its most recent win for Outstanding Original Play or Musical Adaptation, 2018, brings to the stage familiar friends, new and old, as they learn to navigate the world in its action-packed 67th season. A season of classic and beloved stories featuring the wonderful imaginations of children, this season promises to be one of Adventure Theatre MTC's biggest adventures yet.
by Julie Musbach - Jun 18, 2018
Adventure Theatre MTC (ATMTC), recipient of 8 Helen Hayes awards, including its most recent win for Outstanding Original Play or Musical Adaptation, 2018, brings to the stage familiar friends, new and old, as they learn to navigate the world in its action-packed 67th season. A season of classic and beloved stories featuring the wonderful imaginations of children, this season promises to be one of Adventure Theatre MTC's biggest adventures yet.
Photo Flash: Star Center Theatre Kids Learn The Broadway Life
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2018
The award winning Star Center Children's Theatre of Gainesville, Florida will take on the Big Apple in a big way. The students will workshop an original musical, EVER HAPPILY AFTER with multi-award winning composers and writer, Randy Klein, Matthew Hardy and Jill Jaysen.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2018
The award winning Star Center Children's Theatre of Gainesville, Florida will take on the Big Apple in a big way. The students will workshop an original musical, EVER HAPPILY AFTER with multi-award winning composers and writer, Randy Klein, Matthew Hardy and Jill Jaysen.
Youth Performance & Theater Tech Training Group Come To NYC
by Julie Musbach - Mar 15, 2018
On March 30th, more than 35 talented youth will travel to New York City to work on the original musical, Ever Happily After, with multi award-winning writers Randy Klein (Music), Jill Jaysen (Book), and Matthew Hardy (Book and Lyrics). The young cast and crew will present the musical fairytale in Gainesville, Florida in June. The workshop will be held at Pearl Studios.
by Julie Musbach - Mar 15, 2018
On March 30th, more than 35 talented youth will travel to New York City to work on the original musical, Ever Happily After, with multi award-winning writers Randy Klein (Music), Jill Jaysen (Book), and Matthew Hardy (Book and Lyrics). The young cast and crew will present the musical fairytale in Gainesville, Florida in June. The workshop will be held at Pearl Studios.
Paderewski Cycle, Kyle Riabko, Bernard Purdie and More Coming Up This Fall at Joe's Pub
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2017
Joe's Pub at The Public has announced its nightly performances, running November 1-12, 2017. Scroll down for details!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2017
Joe's Pub at The Public has announced its nightly performances, running November 1-12, 2017. Scroll down for details!
Nellie McKay, Kyle Riabko and More Coming Up This Fall at Joe's Pub
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2017
Joe's Pub at The Public has announced its nightly lineup for October 25 - November 5, 2017. Scroll down for details, and visit www.joespub.com for a complete list of shows!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2017
Joe's Pub at The Public has announced its nightly lineup for October 25 - November 5, 2017. Scroll down for details, and visit www.joespub.com for a complete list of shows!
Photo Flash: RWJ Hamilton and Roxey Ballet's WE VS. C Puts the Spotlight on Breast Cancer Survivors
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2017
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJ Hamilton) held the Project WE vs. C event this past weekend, a two-day event including awe-inspiring performances led by Roxey Ballet and breast cancer survivors timed to coincide with National Cancer Survivors Day. Scroll down for photos!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2017
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJ Hamilton) held the Project WE vs. C event this past weekend, a two-day event including awe-inspiring performances led by Roxey Ballet and breast cancer survivors timed to coincide with National Cancer Survivors Day. Scroll down for photos!
Amy Justman, Theresa McCarthy, and Noah Weisberg to Headline NYTB's New Musicals MARTIAN CHILD and GOING SOUTH
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2017
The tenth season of New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series continues on Monday, May 22, 2017 at The Cell with pre-premieres of two new musicals: Martian Child and Going South.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2017
The tenth season of New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series continues on Monday, May 22, 2017 at The Cell with pre-premieres of two new musicals: Martian Child and Going South.
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