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Post by theatrefan77 on Sept 7, 2021 19:46:39 GMT
I also felt that it looks cheap. For me it the show only came alive in the musical numbers, so wonderfully choreographed. Other than that it was all quite dull.
The original production was absolutely wonderful and Laura Michelle Kelly was for me the perfect Mary Poppins. The current production is entertaining at times, but overall disappointing
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Post by MusicalTalk on Sept 8, 2021 8:52:59 GMT
Actually Julie Andrews was one of the few things she approved of--and she said that had she been directed properly, she would have been even better as Mary Poppins. Also, when casting Julie Andrews Disney asked Travers herself how old Mary Poppins is and she replied "26 or 27". In general, I like Zizi, but I believe that all productions after 2016 present Mary Poppins more as a caricature. I don't know if this is Richard Eyre's decision or CM or a resident director's. I saw the Mexican production and although Mary has a wonderful voice, the way shes goes up the stairs is way too comical for me. Sometimes I do miss LMK's mysterious aura or Scarlett's performance (better than LMK at dancing). It will totally be Cameron’s meddling that is cheapening this show slowly but surely. Just waiting for the day he gets a Phantom or Les Mis reference/plug in it. There’s a Hamilton reference… |
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Post by steve10086 on Sept 17, 2021 23:12:52 GMT
Well I think Zizi Strallen is brilliant in this. Coupled with Charlie Stemp and it’s just perfect.
Never seen a Jane or Michael that haven’t amazed me with their talent, but tonight’s Michael was the smallest and most talented kid I’ve ever seen in a show.
Absolutely joyous.
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Post by shady23 on Sept 17, 2021 23:52:28 GMT
I was there tonight as well for the umpteenth time and it never fails to bring me absolute joy.
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Post by FrontrowverPaul on Sept 18, 2021 11:19:00 GMT
Totally agree I saw Mary Poppins for the second time in 2 weeks following the cancellation of Back To The future and I enjoyed it just as much. Different children but all so talented and they're the real stars of the show.
It's one of three musicals I could happily see every single week and never get bored, the others being Mamma Mia and Les Miserables
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Post by ruby on Sept 18, 2021 17:50:35 GMT
I saw it back in Aug as a last minute replacement for Anything Goes when that was cancelled and it was superb, Charlie Stemp looked like he was having the time of his life.
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Post by shady23 on Sept 18, 2021 22:57:50 GMT
Plus have to say what a fantastic show they put on at West End Live today too. Feed the birds and then the high energy of "super..." complete with full costumes and choreography.
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Post by theatreian on Sept 19, 2021 9:12:12 GMT
A link to the west end live from yesterday.
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Post by couldileaveyou on Sept 30, 2021 21:40:27 GMT
Got a rush ticket for tonight performance, 30£ is slightly too steep for rush tickets but got row C of the stalls, dead centre, so I can't complain. It was my first time ever seeing the show - and I'm not too familiar with the movie either - and I liked it but didn't love it. Charlie Stemp walks away with the show, but for me the whole thing was fun but a bit heart-less. I actually liked Petula Clark a lot, I found her strangely poignant and moving, although surely not enough to deserve a nomination, and the character seems to be promised some kind of development that never comes. Pity.
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Post by shady23 on Oct 2, 2021 5:34:04 GMT
From today, there will be a limited number of £30 Mary Poppins Day Tickets released online each morning at 10.30am for performances that same day. You’ll be able to purchase a maximum of 2 tickets. Availability is limited and when they’re gone, they’re gone! www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk/whats-on/mary-poppins/day-seats |
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Post by fansylvanians on Oct 3, 2021 13:16:17 GMT
From today, there will be a limited number of £30 Mary Poppins Day Tickets released online each morning at 10.30am for performances that same day. You’ll be able to purchase a maximum of 2 tickets. Availability is limited and when they’re gone, they’re gone! www.delfontmackintosh.co.uk/whats-on/mary-poppins/day-seatsLooks like they have taken rush seats in house, as they have disappeared from TodayTix. TodayTix in turn have shoved Poppins right down near the bottom of their listings, whereas before they were in the top half dozen or so. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 30, 2021 21:30:57 GMT
Anyone have any idea if the run will be extended after Feb?
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Post by enh2 on Oct 31, 2021 14:47:22 GMT
Anyone have any idea if the run will be extended after Feb? I expect so as group bookings are on sale until 1 October 2022. |
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Post by Mark on Nov 5, 2021 18:38:15 GMT
Anyone have any idea if the run will be extended after Feb? Public booking just extended to April 3rd. |
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Post by ceebee on Nov 7, 2021 9:47:33 GMT
What kind of moron takes a flash photo of an actor directly in their face when suspended on wires at Upper Circle height above an audience?
Somebody REALLY thick at Mary Poppins last night. Thank heavens there's a member of stage management to guide the now dazzled Mary Poppins into the exit point after her flight.
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Post by theatreian on Nov 16, 2021 15:10:07 GMT
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Post by marob on Nov 16, 2021 15:56:28 GMT
Reminds me of this shameless publicity stunt touching moment with Cameron Macintosh and the cast of Half a Sixpence
I expect a video is being put together at this very moment…
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Post by h86 on Jan 4, 2022 17:58:22 GMT
Reduced to a 6 show week until Feb 10th. Tuesday evening and Thursday matinee performances dropped.
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Post by appoul on Jan 5, 2022 23:36:30 GMT
Reduced to a 6 show week until Feb 10th. Tuesday evening and Thursday matinee performances dropped. I think they only did Thursday matinees for Christmas. I was wondering whether the show will still be on next Christmas. They are taking group bookings until 1st October. |
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Post by mrbarnaby on Jan 5, 2022 23:57:51 GMT
Reduced to a 6 show week until Feb 10th. Tuesday evening and Thursday matinee performances dropped. I think they only did Thursday matinees for Christmas. I was wondering whether the show will still be on next Christmas. They are taking group bookings until 1st October. It won’t be. Cameron will be getting his Oliver! Lite ready to move in. If Poppins was selling well, they wouldn’t be reducing the shows. Everyone’s struggling of course and that’s a lot of seats to fill. |
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Post by showtoones on Jan 6, 2022 4:28:13 GMT
When is Oliver scheduled to go into the Prince Edward?
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Post by mrbarnaby on Jan 6, 2022 9:48:44 GMT
When is Oliver scheduled to go into the Prince Edward? I don’t know the timeline I’m afraid |
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Post by enh2 on Jan 7, 2022 18:29:32 GMT
I reckon poppins could close by the end of the summer before going on tour.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2022 18:51:59 GMT
When is she getting her Damehood - a career now going over 80 years! |
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Post by mrbarnaby on Jan 7, 2022 19:13:06 GMT
Any chance of a Damehood should be over after her performance in this. Just abysmal.
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