Mary Poppins : MK Theatre
- leejamesscriven
- Nov 1
- 2 min read
Cameron Mackintosh and Disney’s lavish new UK tour production of the multi award-winning musical Mary Poppins has landed at Mk Theatre for a highly anticipated run.
The new stage version of Mary Poppins is an impressive achievement; it takes a very much-loved and iconic film as it’s starting point, retains everything that made the film so wonderful, and somehow gives you so much more.
And take it from me, this memorable family show lived up to its reputation and hype! This is a big, big show. Beautifully designed sets, breathtaking magical effects and brilliant tunes.
Add the sheer scale and the imaginative complexity and imagination you will find it hard to see a touring show that can match such live theatrical grandeur as Mary Poppins.
Armed with jaw-dropping sets, exquisite dancers, a timeless score and more than a hint of magic, this stage adaptation of the classic tale of the world's most extraordinary nanny is one of the most sensational live productions I’ve witnessed.
For those who haven’t come across Mary’s exploits before; Jane and Michael Banks are in need of a new nanny, but they have some very exacting requests. The nanny must be kind and funny, sing songs, take them on outings, never be cruel nor even smell bad.
When the mysterious Mary Poppins appears seemingly out of nowhere, she teaches the children and the adults of the Banks family a lesson or two, whist taking them on adventures far beyond their on your wildest dreams.
The score is performed by a brilliant live orchestra. The quality of the sound, the sheer nostalgia and stellar performances of these much-loved songs was downright emotional.
These timeless Mary Poppins tunes include some of the greatest pop songs ever made. We are talking about the likes of Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious, Let's Go Fly a Kite and Feed the Birds.
The entire cast were collectively superb and the choreography on display is nothing short of spectacular. I will refrain from mentioning the special effects, as they are so special they need to be seen in person to be believed.
So, see it, and like me and my five-year-old granddaughter, you will love it and yes you will be asking Santa for a Kyte!
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