The Fantasticks are an American musical duo composed of Elisabeth Stanley and Tom Jones. Formed in 1959 in New York City, the band has had a long and successful career, with their Off-Broadway production of The Fantasticks running for 42 years and 17,162 performances. They have released several albums, including 1989's live album The Fantasticks: Live at The Peppermint Lounge on RCA Records, which went to No. 1 on the jazz charts. The band's songs have been featured in films such as The Prince of Tides and The First Wives Club. In addition to their studio work, The Fantasticks continue to tour, performing in venues such as the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and Carnegie Hall. They are also involved in various charity events, supporting the Children's Diabetes Foundation and the United Nations Foundation.