Mary Poppins brings the story of the Banks family and their magical nanny to life on the big stage. Featuring Oscar-winning songs from the movie, this enchanting musical not only promotes the power of the family, but also joyful childhood memories.

Based on P.L. Travers' stories and the classic Disney film, Mary Poppins is about the Banks family which lives in a big house on Cherry Lane in London. Things are not well for the family – the children, Jane and Michael, are out of control and the family is searching for a new nanny. While the children have their own ideas about what sort of sitter they should get, while their parents – especially their father – are insistent on finding someone strict for the job. When the mysterious Mary Poppins appears at their doorstep, the Banks’ discover that the young woman may just be the answer to their prayers, but in a most peculiar way. Mary then leads the children on many memorable and magical journeys, but the children are not the only ones she influences in a profound manner; even grown-ups discover they can learn a thing or two from the new nanny who conveys the message that anything can happen if you let it.

The timeless tale of Mary Poppins was made for children and the story seemingly speaks directly to them. There is not only the spectacle of Mary actually flying, but also plenty of laughter to accompany all of the songs which the entire family will likely keep singing even after the end of the show.

Anyone who liked the movie will undoubtedly love the stage show, which features all of the classic songs, such as A Spoonful of Sugar, Chim Chim Cher-ee, and Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious, plus some catchy new tunes as well. With detailed sets, eye-popping lighting effects, and show-stopping song and dance numbers, this production will not only transport you to the Banks’ home on Cherry Lane, but to the rooftops of London as well.

A Walt Disney Theatrical, Mary Poppins is based on the series of children's books by P. L. Travers as well as the 1964 Disney movie. The West End production opened in December of 2004 and promptly received two Olivier Awards, one for Best Actress in a Musical and the other for Best Theatre Choreography. The stage show not only features the Academy Award winning music and lyrics of the Sherman Brothers, but also some additional music and lyrics from George Stiles and Anthony Drewe. A production with an almost identical creative team opened on Broadway in November 2006, and with only small changes made from the West End version, this version received seven Tony Award nominations, including Best Musical, and took home the Tony for Best Scenic Design.

Mary Poppins is a combination of different elements taken from the film as well as all of the books. While parts of children's books that had been omitted from the film were added back to the stage musical, such as the walking statue and the ladders rising to the stars, others were removed, such as the scene in which Uncle Albert gets caught on the ceiling, laughing. Some feel that one scene involving a toy box coming to life may give youngsters a scare, while others have commented that the show may also be a little on the long side for really little ones.

All in all, Mary Poppins is one of Broadway’s surest bets for the entire family to enjoy. Get your tickets and spend a day in New York, where the kids are sure to appreciate this heartwarming show at the New Amsterdam Theatre on West 42nd Street.