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Review: MARY POPPINS at Palm Canyon Theatre
by Charlie Thomas - Dec 6, 2024

What holiday season can be claimed as complete without a Disney musical, right?  While one can tick that box with the opening of “Moana 2” at the local movie house, there is nothing like a live performance to energize those merry-making juices.  Palm Canyon Theatre provides that much needed “spoon full of sugar” into their magically musical punch bowl of fun, “Mary Poppins”.

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.

Video: Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's MARY POPPINS at The 5th Avenue Theatre Trailer
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 30, 2024

Grab your umbrellas and get ready for a spoonful of sugar - the timeless classic Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins flies onto The 5th Avenue Theatre stage. Watch a trailer for the production in the video here!

Video: Good Morning America Offers Sneak Peek of ABC's MARY POPPINS Special
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 26, 2024

On Wednesday, ABC will premiere “The Untold Story of Mary Poppins: A Special Edition of 20/20.' Ahead of its airing, Good Morning America has previewed clips from the special, featuring new interviews with Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke, and Lin-Manuel Miranda.

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.

HAIRSPRAY, SISTER ACT And More Announced for New London Barn Playhouse 93rd Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 23, 2024

The New London Barn Playhouse has announced its 93rd summer season, as one of the oldest continuously operating summer theaters in the country. 

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.

MARY POPPINS Announced At The 5th Avenue Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024

Grab your umbrellas and get ready for a spoonful of sugar - the timeless classic Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins flies onto The 5th Avenue Theatre stage from November 22 - December 26, 2024.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Review: DISNEY AND CAMERON MACKINTOSH'S MARY POPPINS at The Pocket Community Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Aug 9, 2024

What did our critic think of DISNEY AND CAMERON MACKINTOSH'S MARY POPPINS at The Pocket Community Theatre?

92NY's Theater For Young Audiences New Season Begins In August
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2024

92NY's Theater for Young Audiences has announced its new season starting August 17, featuring engaging performances designed for young audiences.

Review: DISNEY AND CAMERON MACKINTOSH'S MARY POPPINS at South Arkansas Arts Center
by Theresa Bertram - Jul 26, 2024

What did our critic think of DISNEY AND CAMERON MACKINTOSH'S MARY POPPINS at South Arkansas Arts Center?

Further Venues Set for MARY POPPINS UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2024

Following a record-breaking run in London’s West End, Cameron Mackintosh and Disney Theatrical Group have announced further venues for the 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour of the classic multi award-winning musical MARY POPPINS. 

WaterTower Theatre Adds Sensory Friendly Matinee of Disney & Cameron Mackintosh's MARY POPPINS
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2024

Watertower Theatre has announced a sensory-friendly matinee of MARY POPPINS, designed to accommodate individuals with sensory sensitivities. The performance will feature adjusted lighting and sound levels.

MARY POPPINS Flies Onto the Broadway Palm Stage This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 8, 2024

Disney's Mary Poppins flies onto the Broadway Palm stage now playing through August 10, 2024.

Cast and Creatives Set for MARY POPPINS at WaterTower Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2024

WaterTower Theatre has revealed the cast and creative details for Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s MARY POPPINS. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.