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Mary Poppins 2006 - Articles Page 6

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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TV: It's a Jolly Holiday! Christian Borle Chats About Joining MARY POPPINS
by Robert Diamond - December 4, 2009


Laura Michelle Kelly and Christian Borle took time out of their busy schedules to greet the media a few weeks back at the world famous Broadway eatery, Sardi's Restaurant (234 West 44th Street). BroadwayWorld.com was there for the 'Jolly Holiday' as the two new leads met the press!

MARY POPPINS Welcomes Valerie Boyle as 'Mrs. Brill' Tonight, 12/4
by Jessica Lewis - December 4, 2009


Broadway's perfectly magical musical MARY POPPINS is pleased to welcome Valerie Boyle to the company as Mrs. Brill, tonight, Friday, December 4 at 8pm. Produced by Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh, MARY POPPINS performs at the New Amsterdam Theatre.

TV: She's Practically Perfect! Laura Michelle Kelly Chats About MARY POPPINS
by Robert Diamond - December 4, 2009


Laura Michelle Kelly and Christian Borle took time out of their busy schedules to greet the media a few weeks back at the world famous Broadway eatery, Sardi's Restaurant (234 West 44th Street). BroadwayWorld.com was there for the 'Jolly Holiday' as the two new leads met the press!

Disney on Broadway Goes to Live T.V.: THE LION KING Visits Regis & Kelly and MARY POPPINS Sweeps into Conan, 11/27 & 11/30
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2009


Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of Broadway's The Lion King and Mary Poppins will be featured on two nationally televised shows this week.

Disney on Broadway Goes to Live T.V.: THE LION KING Visits Regis & Kelly and MARY POPPINS Sweeps into Conan, 11/27 & 11/30
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2009


Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of Broadway's The Lion King and Mary Poppins will be featured on two nationally televised shows this week.

Disney on Broadway Goes to Live T.V.: THE LION KING Visits Regis & Kelly and MARY POPPINS Sweeps into Conan, 11/27 & 11/30
by Jessica Lewis - November 23, 2009


Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of Broadway's The Lion King and Mary Poppins will be featured on two nationally televised shows this week.

MARY POPPINS Celebrates 3 Years On Broadway Tonight 11/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 16, 2009


MARY POPPINS continues to fly high, celebrating three magical years on Broadway, tonight, Monday, November 16.

Ashley Brown's 'Speak Low' Gets Digital Release Today, 11/10; Availible in Stores 1/12
by Jessica Lewis - November 10, 2009


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.

Photo Flash: Laura Michelle Kelly and Christian Borle Star In MARY POPPINS
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 9, 2009


Broadway's perfectly magical musical MARY POPPINS welcomed the West End's original 'Mary', Olivier Award winner Laura Michelle Kelly, and Tony® Award nominee Christian Borle (Broadway's Legally Blonde) on Monday, October 12th.

Disney Diva Ashley Brown Releases Debut Album 'Speak Low,' 1/12
by Jessica Lewis - October 30, 2009


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.'

Photo Coverage: MARY POPPINS Stars Laura Michelle Kelly and Christian Borle Meet the Press at Sardi's
by Eddie Varley - November 19, 2009


Laura Michelle Kelly and Christian Borle took time out of their busy schedules to greet the media on Thursday, October 29th at the world famous Broadway eatery, Sardi's Restaurant (234 West 44th Street). BroadwayWorld.com's cameras were there for the 'Jolly Holiday' as the two new leads met the press!

Houston is Having a Jolly Holiday with MARY POPPINS
by Erin Privratsky - October 25, 2009


Everyone's favorite nanny, Mary Poppins, has taken up residency in Houston's Hobby Center for the next three weeks. I attended this Disney musical based on the children's books and movie of the same name on Friday night.

Sean McCourt and Bo Metzler Confirmed Participants in Partners in Education Expo '09, Oct. 19 at Broadway's Minkskoff Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2009


Nederlander Sales and Patron Services and Camp Broadway will host 'Partners in Education Expo' for educators throughout the New York City and the surrounding areas on Monday, October 19 at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre from 4:00pm - 7:30pm. This event will provide attending educators with strategies and techniques for using performing arts to enrich learning. Representatives will be on-hand from many Broadway shows to discuss their productions.

Sean McCourt and Bo Metzler Confirmed Participants in Partners in Education Expo '09, Oct. 19 at Broadway's Minkskoff Theatre
by Jessica Lewis - October 15, 2009


Nederlander Sales and Patron Services and Camp Broadway will host 'Partners in Education Expo' for educators throughout the New York City and the surrounding areas on Monday, October 19 at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre from 4:00pm - 7:30pm. This event will provide attending educators with strategies and techniques for using performing arts to enrich learning. Representatives will be on-hand from many Broadway shows to discuss their productions.

Laura Michelle Kelly and Christian Borle to Star in MARY POPPINS on Broadway Starting October 12
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2009


Broadway's perfectly magical musical MARY POPPINS is pleased to welcome the West End's original ‘Mary', Olivier Award winner LAURA MICHELLE KELLY, and Tony® Award nominee CHRISTIAN BORLE (Broadway's Legally Blonde) beginning Monday, October 12 at 7pm. Produced by Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh, MARY POPPINS will celebrate its three-year anniversary at the New Amsterdam Theatre (214 West 42nd Street) on Monday, November 16.

Laura Michelle Kelly and Christian Borle Lead MARY POPPINS Starting 10/12
by Eddie Varley - October 12, 2009


Broadway's perfectly magical musical MARY POPPINS is pleased to welcome the West End's original ‘Mary', Olivier Award winner LAURA MICHELLE KELLY, and Tony® Award nominee CHRISTIAN BORLE (Broadway's Legally Blonde) beginning Monday, October 12 at 7pm. Produced by Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh, MARY POPPINS will celebrate its three-year anniversary at the New Amsterdam Theatre (214 West 42nd Street) on Monday, November 16.

Laura Michelle Kelly and Christian Borle to Star in MARY POPPINS on Broadway Starting October 12
by Robert Diamond - September 28, 2009


Broadway's perfectly magical musical MARY POPPINS is pleased to welcome the West End's original ‘Mary', Olivier Award winner LAURA MICHELLE KELLY, and Tony® Award nominee CHRISTIAN BORLE (Broadway's Legally Blonde) beginning Monday, October 12 at 7pm. Produced by Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh, MARY POPPINS will celebrate its three-year anniversary at the New Amsterdam Theatre (214 West 42nd Street) on Monday, November 16.

Jenny Galloway Joins Cast of MARY POPPINS, First Performance Was Held 9/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 3, 2009


Broadway's perfectly magical musical MARY POPPINS is pleased to welcome two-time Olivier Award winner JENNY GALLOWAY (London's original ?Mrs. Brill') to the company. Galloway's first performance was Tuesday, September 1.

MARY POPPINS National Tour 'Soars' at B.O., New Cities Added
by Eddie Varley - April 20, 2009


The Mary Poppins national tour continues its high flying success coast to coast with enormous box office grosses in its inaugural engagement in Chicago and an itinerary that now stretches through August 2010. Additionally, tickets go on sale for the show's Cleveland engagement today and for the St. Louis engagement this Sunday, April 26th.

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Mary Poppins - 2006 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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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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