From the publisher Music Theatre International:
One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a practically perfect musical! Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins delighted Broadway audiences for over 2,500 performances and received nominations for nine Olivier and seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again. Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures, but Jane and Michael aren't the only ones upon whom she has a profound effect. Even grown-ups can learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises that "Anything can happen if you let it."
Mary Poppins is an enchanting mixture of irresistible story, unforgettable songs, breathtaking dance numbers and astonishing stagecraft. This show is a perfect opportunity to showcase a strong, iconic female performer, as well as unique special effects and illusions.
The Upstage Players produced Mary Poppins in the summer of 2015 in the Upsala Auditorium.
Cast
Mary Poppins | Maria Kosovich |
Bert | Alex Thoms-Warzecha |
Mr Banks | Randy Borash |
Mrs. Banks | Melanie Cimenski |
Jane | Cari Simon |
Michael | Hailey Cimenski |
Katie Nanna | Cindy Baggenstoss |
Policeman/Northbrook | Brandon Yorek |
Miss Lark | Lisa Hansen |
Admiral Boom | Jeffrey Czech |
Mrs. Brill | Pam Schoon |
Robertson Ay | Kenny Simon |
Park Keeper/Von Hussler | Benny Thoms-Warzecha |
Neleus | Rachael Buckallew |
Bank Chairman | Ben Borash |
Miss Smythe | Bella Czeck |
Bird Woman | Abigail Segler |
Mrs. Corry | Bethany Cimenski |
Fannie | Madeline Wright |
Annie | Shelby Krebs |
Valentine | Molly Presler |
Miss Andrew | Leonice Prokott |
Chorus | Rachel Ainali, Lynsey Baggenstoss, Christopher Borash, Erin Borash, Lucy Strusz, Arlene Warga |
Asst Director | Alexis Roy |
Choreography | Tirzah Van Sloten |
Piano | Rachel Prom |