BWW Reviews: Peabody Opera House Presents Charming Production of MARY POPPINS

The touring production of MARY POPPINS that's currently gracing the stage of the Peabody Opera House is "practically perfect", featuring eye-popping special effects, a glorious set, and terrific performances that manage to capture the spirit of the 1964 Disney film, as well as the P.L. Travers books that inspired it. While some of the more beloved elements from the movie are noticeably absent, they've been replaced with sequences that are every bit as magical and engaging. Though the staging is a bit cramped, this is a spectacular show that appeals to both children and adults. And, I should know because I brought along my six-year old son, and he loved it.  more »

NBC Nightly News to Feature Report on TDF's Autism-Friendly MARY POPPINS, 5/1

"NBC Nightly News" correspondent Anne Thompson will report on the autism-friendly performance of Mary Poppins, which took place this Sunday, April 29 at 1PM. This performance was presented by Theatre Development Fund's Autism Theatre Initiative, which is a service of TDF's Accessibility Programs (TAP). Mary Poppins is the second Broadway production, after The Lion King, to host an autism-friendly performance. Following an overwhelming response to the announcement of these special performances, both shows promptly sold out.  more »

Photo Flash: ABC's 'The Chew' Visits Set of MARY POPPINS

It's up, up and away for 'The Chew's' Carla Hall who recently visited the set of Broadway's MARY POPPINS where she was transformed into Mary herself. Hall spent time with the cast, including current lead actress Steffanie Leigh, and even learned how to fly. The segment airs Wednesday, April 4, 2012 on ABC's "The Chew." "The Chew" airs MONDAY - FRIDAY (1-2 pm, ET) on the ABC Television Network.  more »