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Mary Poppins 2006 - Articles Page 5

Run Time:
2 hours and 40 minutes, with 1 intermission
Opened: November 16, 2006
Closing: March 03, 2013

Mary Poppins - 2006 Broadway History , Info & More

New Amsterdam Theatre (Broadway)
214 West 42nd St. New York, NY

Mary Poppins has arrived at Broadway's magnificent New Amsterdam Theatre in a new musical so extraordinarily enchanting that, like critics, you'll have just one word for it: Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!



Based on P.I. Travers' cherished stories and the classic 1964 Walt Disney film, MARY POPPINS, currently one of London's biggest sensations, features the Sherman brothers' original Academy Award-winning songs. In collaboration with Cameron Mackintosh, the show has been created by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Julian Fellowes, who has written the book, and the Olivier Award-winning team of George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, who have composed new songs and additional music and lyrics.



Olivier Award-winning director Richard Lyre leads a dream team of vision and stagecraft, bringing to life the story of the Banks family and their magical nanny. Co-direction and choreography is by Olivier Award-winner Matthew Bourne, set and costume design is by Tony Award winner Bob Crowley, co-choreography is by Olivier Award-winner Stephen Mear, and lighting design is by Olivier Award-winner Howard Harrison.



MARY POPPINS marks the first collaboration between Disney, producer of such acclaimed productions as THE LION KING, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and TARZAN, and Cameron Mackintosh, legendary producer of record-breaking shows THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, CATS and LES MISERABLES.


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Disney on Broadway Offering '2-For-1' Specials
by Robert Diamond - January 12, 2011


Disney Theatrical Productions today announced their partnership with The Broadway League and NYC & Company to offer 2-for-1 tickets to its signature blockbuster musicals, The Lion King and Mary Poppins, for the first ever 'Broadway Week' taking place from January 24 - February 10, 2011.

MARY POPPINS Celebrates Four Years On Broadway 11/16
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2010


MARY POPPINS continues to fly high, celebrating four magical years on Broadway on Tuesday, November 16 (previews began October 14, 2006 at the New Amsterdam Theatre).

MARY POPPINS Celebrates Four Years On Broadway 11/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 15, 2010


MARY POPPINS continues to fly high, celebrating four magical years on Broadway on Tuesday, November 16 (previews began October 14, 2006 at the New Amsterdam Theatre).

STAGE TUBE: The Cast of Mary Poppins Performs On Dancing With The Stars
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 3, 2010


Dancing With The Stars celebrated their 200th Episode with a special performance by the cast of Mary Poppins.

MARY POPPINS Visits DWTS, 11/2
by BWW News Desk - November 2, 2010


On the 200th Episode of 'Dancing with the Stars: The Results Show' (Season 11), the cast of MARY POPPINS, led by Caroline Sheen as Mary and Nicolas Dromard as Bert, will perform the show-stopping tap dance number 'Step in Time,' in-studio on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 (8:00pm-9:30pm, ET), during a special 90-minute broadcast on the ABC Television Network.

MARY POPPINS Visits DWTS, 11/2
by Jessica Lewis - October 27, 2010


On the 200th Episode of 'Dancing with the Stars: The Results Show' (Season 11), the cast of MARY POPPINS, led by Caroline Sheen as Mary and Nicolas Dromard as Bert, will perform the show-stopping tap dance number 'Step in Time,' in-studio on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 (8:00pm-9:30pm, ET), during a special 90-minute broadcast on the ABC Television Network.

MARY POPPINS Welcomes Andrew Keenan-Bolger As Robertson Ay 10/12
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 11, 2010


MARY POPPINS, Broadway's perfectly magical musical, is pleased to welcome to the company ANDREW KEENAN-BOLGER as Robertson Ay on Tuesday, October 12 (7pm).

Photo Coverage: Gavin Lee Returns to MARY POPPINS
by Monica Simoes - August 25, 2010


For the first time in its smash 3 ½ year Broadway run, New York audiences have the opportunity to see Mary Poppins' original stage stars performing the roles they created together. Last night, August 24, Gavin Lee re-joined the Broadway company as Bert opposite his original Mary and Oliver Award-winning West End co-star Laura Michelle Kelly at the New Amsterdam Theatre. BroadwayWorld was on hand and brings you the reunion shots below!

TV: MARY POPPINS Plays Bryant Park!
by Robert Diamond - August 13, 2010


The best of Broadway was presented free on six consecutive Thursdays this summer with '106.7 Lite fm Presents Broadway in Bryant Park 2010' - a lunchtime series which began on Thursday, July 8th at 12:30pm on the Bryant Park Stage and ended yesterday, August 12. The series, which just completed its 10 season, was sponsored by Bank of America and JCPenney 33rd & 6th, and washosted by Lite fm's on-air personalities.

Gavin Lee Returns to MARY POPPINS, 8/24; Joins Original Co-Star Laura Michelle Kelly
by Jessica Lewis - August 2, 2010


For the first time in its smash 3 ½ year Broadway run, New York audiences will have the opportunity to see Mary Poppins' original stage stars performing the roles they created together when Gavin Lee re-joins the Broadway company as Bert opposite his original Mary and Oliver Award-winning West End co-star LAURA MICHELLE KELLY at the New Amsterdam Theatre beginning Tuesday, August 24.

MARY POPPINS Celebrates 1500th Performance On Broadway
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 18, 2010


Broadway's most magical musical MARY POPPINS celebrates its 1500th performance at the New Amsterdam Theatre on Saturday evening, June 19.

MARY POPPINS Welcomes New Banks Children To Broadway
by BWW News Desk - June 3, 2010


MARY POPPINS, Broadway's perfectly magical musical, is pleased to welcome all new Banks children to the Broadway cast: alternating the role of Jane Banks is Catherine Missal, Rachel Resheff and Rozi Baker; alternating the role of Michael Banks is Christopher Flaim, David Gabriel Lerner and Ethan Haberfield (Missal and Flaim began performances on Tuesday, May 18; Resheff and Lerner began on Tuesday, May 25; Baker and Haberfield will begin on Friday, June 4). Flaim, Lerner and Haberfield will mark their official Broadway debut with the production.

Photo Flash: Richard M. Sherman Visits MARY POPPINS
by Charlie Piane - May 24, 2010


The legendary Richard M. Sherman and his wife Elizabeth recently took in a performance of MARY POPPINS on Tuesday, May 18. Following the show, they toasted the Broadway company and visited with star Laura Michelle Kelly backstage at the New Amsterdam Theatre.

MARY POPPINS Welcomes New Banks Children To Broadway
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2010


MARY POPPINS, Broadway's perfectly magical musical, is pleased to welcome all new Banks children to the Broadway cast: alternating the role of Jane Banks is Catherine Missal, Rachel Resheff and Rozi Baker; alternating the role of Michael Banks is Christopher Flaim, David Gabriel Lerner and Ethan Haberfield (Missal and Flaim began performances on Tuesday, May 18; Resheff and Lerner will begin on Tuesday, May 25; Baker and Haberfield will begin on Friday, June 4).

MARY POPPINS Welcomes New Banks Children To Broadway
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 21, 2010


MARY POPPINS, Broadway's perfectly magical musical, is pleased to welcome all new Banks children to the Broadway cast: alternating the role of Jane Banks is Catherine Missal, Rachel Resheff and Rozi Baker; alternating the role of Michael Banks is Christopher Flaim, David Gabriel Lerner and Ethan Haberfield (Missal and Flaim began performances on Tuesday, May 18; Resheff and Lerner will begin on Tuesday, May 25; Baker and Haberfield will begin on Friday, June 4).

MARY POPPINS Welcomes Kenzler & Osterhaus as the New 'Banks' Tonight, 3/1
by Jessica Lewis - March 1, 2010


MARY POPPINS will welcome to the company Karl Kenzler as George Banks and Megan Osterhaus as Winifred Banks tonight, Monday, March 1. Kenzler and Osterhaus reprise the roles they originated in the critically-acclaimed North American touring production (currently performing in Tempe, Arizona through February 28 before opening in Denver, Colorado on March 5). Produced on Broadway by Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh, MARY POPPINS performs at the New Amsterdam Theatre.

Photo Flash: Dick Van Dyke Returns to his MARY POPPINS Roots with Cameo Appearance at Ahmanson Theatre
by BWW - January 24, 2010


Dick Van Dyke delighted theatergoers when he made a surprise cameo in the LA engagement of the MARY POPPINS NORTH AMERICAN TOUR.

Ashley Brown's 'Speak Low' Availible for Purchase in Stores, 1/12
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2010


In the great tradition of multitalented stars, Broadway's newest diva Ashley Brown makes her solo record debut with her jazz vocal album, 'Speak Low.' Speak Low will be released nationwide on January 12, 2010 via Sh-K-Boom/Ghostlight Records and Sony distribution. The album gets its digital release via online outlets today, November 10.

Disney Diva Ashley Brown Releases Debut Album 'Speak Low,' 1/12
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2010


In the great tradition of multitalented stars, Broadway's newest diva Ashley Brown will make her solo record debut with her jazz vocal album, 'Speak Low'. Speak Low will be released nationwide on January 12, 2010 via Ghostlight Records and Sony distribution. Speak Low is the title track on a thoughtfully curated collection of American Songbook standards that also includes a sexy and imaginative medley of two great standards, 'Smile' and 'Make Someone Happy'. The album is filled with passionate, seductive interpretations of a wide range of songs covering jazz and Broadway standards. Speak Low is a collection of Ashley's personal favorites and will consist of new arrangements of such well known classics as 'My Funny Valentine', 'I'll Be Seeing You', 'My Only Love' and 'The Very Thought of You.'

The Cruise Family Takes in MARY POPPINS
by Jessica Lewis - January 8, 2010


Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes treated daughter Suri Cruise to evening out at the Ahmanson Theatre to see the LA engagement of the beloved stage musical, MARY POPPINS. This is the second time Suri has seen the world's most famous nanny on stage. Katie brought her to see the smash hit Broadway production in August 2008 during NY rehearsals for her own Broadway debut in Arthur Miller's All My Sons.

The Jolie-Pitts Take in MARY POPPINS
by Jeff Dennhardt - January 4, 2010


Last night, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie brought four of their famous brood to a performance of MARY POPPINS on Broadway. The family is in town while Jolie finishes filming her upcoming film, Salt.

Photo Flash: Jonas Brothers Take in MARY POPPINS
by Jeff Dennhardt - December 21, 2009


Last night, Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas and Frankie Jonas attended Mary Poppins on Broadway with their parents, grandparents and 'J.O.N.A.S!' series co-star Chelsea Staub at the New Amsterdam Theatre.

Tony Nominee Freeman Joins Broadway's MARY POPPINS
by Robert Diamond - December 11, 2009


Broadway's perfectly magical musical MARY POPPINS is pleased to welcome JONATHAN FREEMAN to the company as Admiral Boom and Bank Chairman on Saturday, December 12 (2pm matinee). Produced by Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh, MARY POPPINS performs at the New Amsterdam Theatre (214 West 42nd Street).

Mary Poppins History

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2004   West End Original London Production
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2006   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2009   US Tour National Tour
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2021   West End West End Revival
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2021   West End
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Mary Poppins - 2006 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2007 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Costume Design Bob Crowley
2007 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Scenic Design Bob Crowley
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Gavin Lee
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Ashley Brown
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Stephen Mear
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Stephen Mear
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Matthew Bourne
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Matthew Bourne
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design Bob Crowley
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Matthew Bourne
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Richard & Bourne
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Eyre
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Daniel Jenkins
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Rebecca Luker
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Howard Harrison
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical 0
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Score 0
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design Bob Crowley
2007 Theatre World Awards Performance Gavin Lee
2007 Tony Awards Best Choreography Stephen Mear
2007 Tony Awards Best Choreography Matthew Bourne
2007 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Howard Harrison
2007 Tony Awards Best Musical Cameron Mackintosh
2007 Tony Awards Best Musical Disney Theatrical Productions
2007 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Gavin Lee
2007 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Rebecca Luker
2007 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Bob Crowley
2007 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Bob Crowley
2006 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical (tie) Ashley Brown
2006 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musica Julian Fellowes
2006 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreograph Matthew Bourne
2006 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreograph Stephen Mear
2006 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Gavin Lee
2006 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Mary Poppins
2006 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design of a Musical Bob Crowley

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