Anthony Drewe News

What did our critic think of FREAK THE MIGHTY at Cleveland Play House?

Flying into the Omaha Community Theatre with parrot umbrella and a satchel of tricks in hand, MARY POPPINS instantly enthralls her appreciative audience.

The Cleveland Play House is launching the world premiere of the new musical Freak the Mighty. Adapted from Rodman Philbrick’s novel, the story follows the adventures of two young outsiders who form an unlikely friendship.

National Youth Music Theatre announced its 50th anniversary summer season in Birmingham, including a large-scale production of WEST SIDE STORY at Birmingham Hippodrome, new musicals, and workshops following a record year of over 1,300 auditions.

Paper Mill Playhouse has announced its 88th season of shows to be presented during the theater’s 2026-2027 season in Millburn, New Jersey. The lineup includes Mary Poppins, Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Tenor, Million Dollar Quartet, and Dear Evan Hansen.

Palo Alto Players announced its 2026-27 season, featuring A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, CLUE, Disney's MARY POPPINS, and ON GOLDEN POND at the Lucie Stern Theater. The season begins in September 2026.

London theatre's biggest night returned for its 2026 ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall, where Nick Mohammed hosted the Olivier Awards. Check out a full list of winners here.

Ogunquit Playhouse and The Music Hall will present Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins, beginning performances Wednesday, December 2 for a limited run through December 20, 2026 at The Music Hall.

The new musical Freak the Mighty will premiere at Seattle Rep this summer. Performances will run July 30 – September 6, 2026 at the Bagley Wright Theater. Learn more here!

The nominations are in for the 2026 Olivier Awards. The nominees included Paddington the Musical, Into The Woods, Oh, Mary!, Into The Woods, Evita, and more. Check out the full list here!

Watch an in-rehearsal video from the 2026 Japan revival of MARY POPPINS at Tokyu Theatre Orb in Tokyo, running March 28 to May 9 with a Japanese cast.

The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck will present its upcoming production of the beloved musical Mary Poppins. Based on the Walt Disney film, Mary Poppins features original music and lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman.

On Saturday, November 15, at 7:00 P.M., I had the pleasure of my very first experience with the Broadway on Main Theatre Company in East Haven, Connecticut, to see a phenomenal production of MARY POPPINS! This theater features scenery projections on the back of the stage wall and on the side house walls, to immerse the audience into the show, with a constant 270 degree visual experience! Sometimes the projections include motion, even moving images of some of the characters in the show! This is a unique concept, brilliantly applied, enhancing the quality of the production! This is a highly memorable show, wonderful for the whole family!

Mercury Musical Developments and Stiles + Drewe in partnership with PW Productions have announced the star-studded cast that will appear at this year's Stiles + Drewe Best New Song Prize.

MARY POPPINS THE MUSICAL has its roots in the classic children's books by P.L. Travers, first published in 1934. The magical nanny who brings order and wonder to the Banks household became a cultural icon after Disney’s 1964 film adaptation, which blended Travers’ stories with unforgettable songs by the Sherman Brothers.

SummerStock 2025 is set to light up the McCullough Theatre this summer Mary Poppins (7/24–8/10) and Jesus Christ Superstar (8/1–8/10). Don't miss the tradition and support this outstanding organization! #SummerStockAustin #ImpactArts #ATXtheatre

What did our critic think of MARY POPPINS at Birmingham Hippodrome?

Seattle Rep opens its 2025/26 season with the Broadway comedy The Play That Goes Wrong and Larissa FastHorse’s world premiere play Fancy Dancer. Running August through November 2025, both shows celebrate storytelling, identity, and theatrical mayhem.

The Legacy Theatre is producing the family hit, Mary Poppins, set to open this week. This tale has been adapted into a Broadway musical featuring classic songs like 'Spoonful of Sugar' and 'Step in Time' alongside new musical numbers.

Impact Arts will present a one-night only event: Summer Stock Austin 2025 Sneak Peek at the McCullough Theatre. Learn more about what to expect from the event and see how to attend.