Production History: From Bristol to the World
The journey of the Mary Poppins Musical began with its original production at the Bristol Hippodrome in Bristol, England. This initial run, from September 18 to November 6, 2004, served as a tryout before the show's West End premiere.
Following its successful debut in Bristol, Mary Poppins flew into London's West End, opening at the Prince Edward Theatre on December 15, 2004. The show enjoyed a remarkable run, entertaining audiences until January 12, 2008.
The musical's success in the UK paved the way for its Broadway debut. On November 16, 2006, Mary Poppins opened at the New Amsterdam Theatre in New York City, where it continued to charm audiences until March 3, 2013.
Example: The Broadway production of Mary Poppins ran for 2,619 performances, making it one of the longest-running shows in Broadway history.