Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) injects a delightful dose of magical entertainment into summer with Mary Poppins & The Drowsy Chaperone, running July 7 - August 19, 2017 at Stanley Park's picturesque Malkin Bowl. On alternating evenings, audiences can indulge in these high-flying adventures - one, an iconic family musical starring an ever so enchanting nanny; the other, a riotous Broadway sensation and tribute to the Roaring Twenties.
"Last year was our most successful summer on record - more than 45,000 guests passed through our gates!" says Naveen Kapahi, TUTS Board President. "In 2017, we will build on this momentum by putting our patrons in the talented hands of two of the Lower Mainland's most celebrated directors. Shel Piercy will follow-up last summer's epic Beauty and the Beast with Mary Poppins; and we are thrilled to welcome Capilano University's theatre luminary GillIan Barber as director of The Drowsy Chaperone." TUTS' 2017 season offers a supercalifragilistic classic and an uproarious ode to golden age glam: Mary Poppins, one of the most popular Disney movies of all time, captures hearts in a whole new way. The irresistible story and unforgettable songs are back, as everyone's favourite nanny swoops in to teach the Banks family a lesson or two about love & imagination. Practically perfect favourites like 'A Spoonful of Sugar', 'Chim Chim Cher-ee', and 'Let's Go Fly a Kite' come to life in the cherished musical - complete with brand-new dance numbers and spectacular stage-craft.For more than 75 years, Theatre Under the Stars has brought soaring works of musical theatre to the crown jewel of Vancouver - Stanley Park. So much more than just a night at the theatre, TUTS interweaves a kaleidoscope of elements - setting, scenery, concessions, and quality art - into a fun, encompassing experience that is much greater than the sum of its parts.
Nestled among awe-inspiring Douglas Firs, the company is uniquely suited to Vancouver and reflects some of the city's most collectively embraced values: exuberance, expression, nature, and youth. The latter is especially important to the organization, as it is not only a presenter of shows, but a creator of opportunities for young performers. The number of careers and life-long relationships with art fostered on the Malkin Bowl stage are countless.Videos