The future of Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater & Academy would not be possible without the support of our community and dedicated donors like Van Valkenburgh & Wilkinson Properties, Inc. (V V & W).

V V & W is owned by Richard Van Valkenburgh and his wife, Nancy Wilkinson Van Valkenburgh. Richard serves as president and Nancy as managing broker. The Van Valkenburgh family has a rich history with FPCTA. Richard’s uncle, Wilfred Van Valkenburgh was one of the earliest supporters and Angel benefactors for FPCTA. Wilfrid introduced Richard and Nancy to the FPCTA by inviting them to the annual dinner meeting and asked Richard to present a program of Folk Music. One of the earliest plays the two attended was A Christmas Carol, an annual tradition for FPCTA.

“It was outstanding and very impressive. We are so glad this wonderful program is still available every Christmas and that other plays are presented throughout the year.” said Mrs. Van Valkenburgh.

When asked about the importance of investing in the Capital Campaign and the future of FPCTA, Mrs. Van Valkenburgh said:

“It (investing) means that FPCTA will have a state-of-the art facility to train talented children and youth for the acting profession - or if they do not become acting professionals, the acting background gives them the confidence to present themselves and their ideas in a more competent and effective way whatever their profession. They may even go into real estate. Investing in the future of FPCTA means that many years of time and effort for this organization and its worthwhile work will continue to serve the community.”

Thank you to Van Valkenburgh & Wilkinson Properties, Inc. for investing in the future of Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater & Academy. If you or your company is interested in donating to our Capital Campaign: Spotlight on the Future, please contact Karen Mockensturm, ExecutiveDirector@FantasyPlayhouse.com or visit our website at: FantasyPlayhouse.org/spotlight-campaign.

About Van Valkenburgh & Wilkinson Properties, Inc.:

Van Valkenburgh & Wilkinson Properties, Inc., a locally owned and operated real estate firm, specializes in fine homes and historic properties throughout North Alabama. They also handle special smaller homes and commercial properties in the downtown and central city areas. V V & W was established in Huntsville, Alabama in October of 1985 to serve the needs of Huntsville/Madison County’s unique historic and space age community.

The two principles of the firm have more than 60 years of real estate experience between them, and with the entrance of their three daughters into the firm as REALTORS®, professional service has now extended into the second generation of the family within the business. The founders have ties to the earliest business life of the community dating to the 1810’s, as well as to the space age growth of the 1960’s. They are committed to leading V V & W into continued service of the community in the 21st century.

For more information, visit: https://vvwrealtor.com/

About Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater & Academy:

Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater and Academy (FPCTA) provides theatre arts access through production, education and outreach, reaching more than 31,000 residents annually, including 16,000 children and youth. FPCTA enriches the lives of children and families through theatre and arts education, encouraging students to become self-confident, academically successful, creative-thinking citizens who are more likely to invest in their communities as adults. FPCTA’s core programs include live children’s theatre productions, classes, camps, workshops, and educational outreach through after school theatre classes and In-school touring programs. Recognizing the transformative power theatre arts can have in the life of a child, FPCTA prioritizes theatre arts access for all by engaging local underserved communities.

FPCTA is supported in part by the Alabama State Council on the Arts and the City of Huntsville Arts and Cultural grant program. Season support by Redstone Federal Credit Union.

Spotlight On: Van Valkenburgh & Wilkinson Properties, Inc.