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BIO

During his 23-year writing collaboration with composer George Stiles, Anthony has written the book and lyrics for Tutankhamun, Just So, Soho Cinders, the multi award-winning Honk! and the lyrics for Peter Pan - A Musical Adventure (book by Willis Hall). With composer Tony Hatch, he wrote lyrics for The Card and, with Singaporean composer Dick Lee, the lyrics for A Twist of Fate. Work as a director includes Snoopy, Honk! (South Africa, Chicago, Tokyo and Singapore) and Just So (North Shore Music Theatre and Chichester Festival Theatre). As a performer, recent work includes Rogues to Riches, The Three Musketeers and A Twist of Fate.

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MARY POPPINS and More Set for Impact Arts Summer Stock Austin 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025

Impact Arts has revealed the Summer Stock Austin 2025 lineup for the 21st Season. The 2025 Season will feature the family musical Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: Global Jaya's Mary Poppins Jr. is Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious
by Rakaputra Paputungan - Feb 25, 2025

On February 14 and 15, 2025, the private school Global Jaya staged a production of Mary Poppins Jr. at their theater. This show was directed by teacher Mutiara Fallahdani and featured a cast of the school’s students from elementary through high school. The Broadwayworld Indonesia team was invited to watch show 3, which took place on Saturday afternoon.
Review: MARY POPPINS, Festival Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jan 27, 2025

Based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film, the story of the World’s favourite nanny arriving on Cherry Tree Lane is even more magical than ever before featuring dazzling choreography, incredible effects and unforgettable songs.
Top 20 Underrated Audition Songs for Baritones & Basses
by Sarah Lasko - Jan 22, 2025

If you’re a baritone or bass singer looking for an expert curated list of musical theatre songs to help you showcase your range and talent to the folks behind the audition table and to wow casting directors.
20 Great Audition Songs for Altos
by Sarah Lasko - Dec 18, 2024

If you’re looking for audition songs suitable for an alto range, we’ve compiled a list of classic and contemporary options for you. These 20 audition songs offer a variety of stories and styles, so you can choose the right ones for your voice and type. 
Review: MARY POPPINS at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Jay Irwin - Dec 2, 2024

Dear Readers, the magical stage musical of the beloved “Mary Poppins”, currently playing at the 5th Avenue Theatre, may not have been referring to live theater as a whole with their song “Anything Can Happen”, but that sentiment certainly applied to why we love live theater. With its inherent feel of spontaneity and risk, the energy of a live show is like nothing else. But with that spark of immediacy, also comes potential issues. Hell, just at another Broadway show recently, I saw a descending panel get caught on something for a moment on the way down, only to free itself and come down with a loud thud. The human factor can certainly affect live theater as well with illnesses and that human factor reared its ugly head last night. Not to worry, the folks at the 5th Ave handled it with grace. But we’ll get to that in a minute.
Feature: MARY POPPINS at Palm Canyon Theatre
by Charlie Thomas - Nov 25, 2024

Get ready to soar into the enchanting world of Mary Poppins, as Palm Canyon Theatre presents Disney’s classic musical from November 29 through December 22, 2024. This family-friendly production brings the beloved story of the world’s most famous nanny to life with captivating performances, stunning visuals, and timeless songs, perfect for celebrating the holiday season together.
Photos: MARY POPPINS UK And Ireland Tour Starring Stefanie Jones, Jack Chambers, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2024

Production photod have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the classic multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS, currently playing at the Bristol Hippodrome where the magic originally began and marking the 20th anniversary since the musical’s world premiere.
92NY to Present Upcoming Family-Friendly Events This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2024

Discover family-friendly events at 92NY, including theater for young audiences, NUT/CRACKED, and a Chanukah Extravaganzukah. Enjoy a variety of performances and activities for all ages. Learn how to attend.
Bradley Jaden Will Release a Live Album 'Recorded Live in London'
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024

Bradley Jaden will release a live album ‘Recorded Live in London’ in collaboration with Sisco Entertainment, to be released on CD and digital platforms on 29 November 2024.
Sharon Wattis Joins the MARY POPPINS UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2024

Sharon Wattis will join the 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour of the multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS, as Mrs Corry and Miss Smythe. Due to personal reasons Sonia Swaby will no longer be appearing in the production.
Photos/Video: MARY POPPINS UK Tour in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2024

All new rehearsal photos and video have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the classic multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS, ahead of its opening at the Bristol Hippodrome from 4 November 2024. Check out the photos and video here!
THE THREE LITTLE PIGS Comes to AG Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2024

New commercial musical theatre company AG Theatre will launch their first season with a new production of The Three Little Pigs, playing at the historic 783-seat National Theatre Melbourne from 18 December.
Playful People Productions Will Present HONK! JR. Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2024

Playful People Productions, a theater education nonprofit in San Jose, will present Honk! JR., a family-friendly musical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Ugly Duckling, with music by George Stiles and book and lyrics by Anthony Drewe.
Review: BECOMING NANCY, Birmingham Rep
by Laura Lott - Oct 16, 2024

Cheese and pineapple on a stick, anyone? The latest musical from Birmingham Rep takes us back to 1970s Britain, where trousers were flared, birthday parties required Iced Gems, and boys definitely didn't play girls in school musicals without everyone having something to say about it. BWW's critic weighs in.
Review Roundup: BECOMING NANCY at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024

Becoming Nancy at Birmingham Rep, directed and choroegraphed by Jerry Mitchell, held its official opening press night in the UK on Tuesday 15 October 2024. Read the reviews from all of the major critics for Becoming Nancy here!
Tickets on Sale for MARY POPPINS at the Milton Keynes Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2024

Cameron Mackintosh and Disney Theatrical Group's spectacular production of the classic multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS is flying into Milton Keynes Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: BECOMING NANCY at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2024

An all new trailer has been released for Becoming Nancy at Birmingham Rep, directed and choroegraphed by Jerry Mitchell. Check out the video here and get a look at the production on stage!
Photos: BECOMING NANCY at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2024

Birmingham Rep has released all new photos from Becoming Nancy, directed and choroegraphed by Jerry Mitchell. The musical will host its official press night in Birmingham on Tuesday 15 October 2024. 
Full Cast Set For MARY POPPINS UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2024

Full casting has been announced for the 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour of the classic multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS, opening at Bristol Hippodrome from 4 November 2024, returning to where the magic originally began and marking the 20th anniversary since the musical's world premiere.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Anthony Drewe written?

Anthony Drewe has written 8 shows including Soho (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Just So (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Honk! (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Mary Poppins (Composer), Betty Blue Eyes (Lyricist), Soho Cinders (Composer), The Wind in the Willows (Composer), Becoming Nancy (Lyrics).

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