Dandelion: An Original Musical

07/30/2026

Thank you New York Theatre Barn for this incredible interview with sister co creators Colleen Francis & Jessica Francis Fichter! 🎭

Check it out and get an exclusive first listen to official demos sung by Jessica Phillips, Lianah Sta. Ana, Hannah Bonnett, and more… 🩵💫



https://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/podcasts/backstage-pass/episode-12-jessica-francis-fichter-and-colleen-francis-dandelion/97?fbclid=IwZnRzaATX-WlwZG9mBWZkaWQWULh8EM7ppovYwq50VtxXaLgIFhc99WV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR6no_5EPqbEsuAACHt848WICgVRQdY5otffdsFfbrVJY5yZXkd-kigcT-sMFQ_aem_wVdJKuMIJlYXR3XmTnAOtQ

This episode features a conversation with Jessica Francis Fichter and Colleen Francis about their new musical, Dandelion.

06/25/2026

Dandelion now STREAMING ON ALL PLATFORMS

06/17/2026

WISHES COME TRUE!

The long awaited demo album is here, and we’re excited to announce that our titular song DANDELION sung by the amazing Hannah Bonnett and Sadie Wiskes is available on all platforms one week from today!

Pre-save available on Apple Music, linked in our bio & story.

We are so excited to continue sharing this story with the world. Dandelions are meant for flying… 💫🩵



Music and lyrics by Colleen Francis Colleen Francis
Book by Jessica Francis Fichter Jessica Francis Fichter
Story, book, and addt. music and lyrics by
Hailee Beltzhoover Zuniga Hailee Beltzhoover Zuniga
Orchestration by Steven Gross

Addt. contributions by Sean Riehm & Bill Zeffiro

06/04/2026

🥹🎙️🩵👀💿💫🎼🫶🏻

04/28/2026

This past weekend, an amazing cast and crew delivered a heartfelt rendition of as part of the New Musical Laboratory Storefront series at 🩵 Read more linked in our story highlight!

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04/28/2026

"'Dandelion' confronts the realities of mental health and the complexities of the healthcare system in the United States. One of the central challenges highlighted in the piece is the fragmentation of mental health services from primary care — often resulting in siloed treatment, poor coordination and difficulty navigating support systems. It is our hope that this production not only illuminates these issues but also encourages conversation and ultimately change.” - Adam Yankowy, Director

The storefront musical "Dandelion" utilizes unique technique and a small student cast to display talent.

03/28/2026

03/27/2026

Wishes have wings! Incredibly excited for and the team to bring their rendition of to life this April at 🩵