Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:55 Page 1
© DISNEY/CML
CHESSINGTON SCHOOL’S PRODUCTION OF
Official Programme A musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film ORIGINAL MUSIC AND LYRICS BY
BOOK BY
NEW SONGS AND ADDITIONAL MUSIC AND LYRICS BY
RICHARD M. SHERMAN and ROBERT B. SHERMAN
JULIAN FELLOWES
GEORGE STILES and ANTHONY DREWE
CO-CREATED BY
CAMERON MACKINTOSH ADAPTED BY ITHEATRICS UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF TIMOTHY ALLEN MCDONALD
DIRECTOR
MUSIC DIRECTOR
CHOREOGRAPHER
STAGE MANAGER
MISS TWOMEY
MR DUBOCK
MISS TWOMEY
MISS CHAPMAN
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins JR. is presented through special arrangement with and all authorised materials are supplied by Music Theatre International, New York, NY 212-541-4684 mtishows.com
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:55 Page 2
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:55 Page 3
Director’s note ‘Anything can happen if you let it.’ This is definitely the tagline of the show! When embarking on this project we knew that creating the iconic show Mary Poppins Jr. would be a tall order. Mary and Bert are such well known characters, then there is the magic that is ingrained into almost every scene. I have been blown away by the commitment and professionalism from each and every actor in the show, they have taken on each challenge given to them with poise and grace. This show would not have been the spectacle it is today without the insane support from the art department and the students who have created everything you see on stage. They have worked tirelessly on every part of the show from the masterpiece of the London skyline backdrop to the magical kites to the bottle of Mrs Andrew’s Brimstone and Treacle. The students have also taken on major responsibilities within the management and running of the show with our backstage and stage management team being entirely made up of students. Chessington School performance group have outdone themselves with this timeless classic and have set an extremely high bar for future productions. I hope you enjoy the wonderful work they have created and absorb yourself in the magic of our ‘practically perfect’ rendition of Mary Poppins Jr.
Miss Jen Twomey
“I just wanted to thank you for the invitation to see your children’s production of Mary Poppins Jr. They were a real credit to you and the performances were absolutely wonderful. It was also so good to see such talented ex-Lovelace pupils in starring roles, many of who were in my class over the years! Please pass on my best wishes and good luck to all the children for the next few nights, I know they will do a fantastic job!” Mr Woodman Lovelace Primary School
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:55 Page 4
The crew and creative team Stage Manager
Molly Noble Molly is in year 9 and looking to take drama GCSE, this is her first whole school show. Molly has been an integral part of the running of the show. Her favourite part of this production has been the making of the props.
Backstage Lead & Prop Manager
Backstage
Louise Lawrence Louise is in Year 9 and looking to take drama GCSE, this is her first whole school show. Louise has been an integral part of the running of the show. Her favourite part of this production has been organising the script and props.
George King George is in Year 9, this is her first whole school show. George has been helping backstage set for the show. Her favourite part of this production has been telling people off.
Rosie Goatley Rosie is in Year 9, this is her first whole school show. Rosie has been designing and creating the props and set for the show. Her favourite part of this production has been doing all the painting.
Faye Smith Faye is in Year 9, this is her first whole school show. Faye is looking to take Art GCSE. Faye has been designing and creating the props and set for the show. Her favourite part of this production has been painting the backdrop.
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:55 Page 5
Backstage
Lianna Privett Lianna is in Year 9, this is her first whole school show. Lianna has been designing and creating the props and set for the show. Her favourite part of this production has been working as part of a team.
Finlay Morito Finlay is in Year 9, this is his first whole school show. Finlay has been helping the backstage crew. His favourite part of this production has been being part of a team.
George Chalke George is in Year 9, this is his first whole school show. George has been helping the backstage crew. His favourite part of this production has been being part of a team.
Rosie Street Rosie is in Year 9, this is her first whole school show. Rosie has been designing and creating the props and set for the show. Her favourite part of this production has been making the props.
Emily Evans Emily is in Year 9, this is her first whole school show. Rosie has been designing and creating the props and set for the show. Her favourite part of this production has been helping out backstage.
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:55 Page 6
The crew and creative team Art Director Musical Director Scenic Artist Set Designer & Scenic Artist Prop Artists
Natalie Kavanagh Jean-Paul Du Bock Sarah Poppe Jane Hudspith Gabriela Gregory Rosie Goatley Rosie is in Year 9 and looking to take Art GCSE. She has spent hours ensuring the props and set are spick and span.
Faye Smith Faye is in Year 9 and looking to take Art GCSE. She has spent hours ensuring the props and set are ready for the show.
Prop & Stage Construction Costume Designer Piano
Steve McNeil Jemma Chapman Kai Chit Lee Kai is in Year 9 and plays the piano all throughout the performance. Kai also plays xylophone and snare drum in his spare time. His favourite part of this show is gaining experience, meeting new friends and increasing communication with fellow students.
Sound Effects Sound Engineer PR & Photography
Keeley Vandermeer Evan Salmon Tracy Dale
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:55 Page 7
The cast Mary Poppins
Morgan Earl ‘Anything can happen if you let it’. Morgan is in year 9 and looking to take drama GCSE, this is her first whole school show, however it will not be her last. Her favourite part of this production has been working with different people.
Bruna Fernandes ‘practically perfect’ Bruna is in year 11 and loves to sing, this is her first whole school show. Her highlight from this production has been being able to sing.
Herbert “Bert” Alfred
Leo Smith ‘Oh yes you do, because when you walk with Mary, anything can happen’ Leo is in Year 9 and looking to take drama GCSE. Although Leo takes part in many shows outside of school, this is his first whole school show, however it will not be his last. His favourite part of this production has been working with all different people.
Jane Caroline Banks
Ella Inns ‘I wish we could just run away’ Ella is in year 9 and looking to take drama GCSE, this is her first whole school show, however it will not be her last. Her favourite part of this production has been meeting people in different year groups.
Michael George Banks
Tommy Murray ‘some game, I’d rather eat spinach’ Tommy is in Year 8 and drama is one of his favourite subjects. This is his first whole school show, however it will not be his last. His favourite part of this production has been learning all the different choreography.
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:55 Page 8
The cast George W. Banks
Jack Seaward ‘Don’t be absurd, there were no time for hugs or kisses or all that soppy nonsense’ Jack is in Year 10 and has loved the opportunity to take part in the show. This is his first whole school show, however it will not be his last. His favourite part of this production has been learning all the songs.
Winifred Banks
Phoebie Anderson ‘I wonder if she is right George, and we really could do without a nanny from here on?’ Phoebie is in Year 8 and looking to take drama GCSE, this is her first whole school show, however it will not be her last. Her favourite part of this production has been having more friends.
Robertson Ay
Scarlett Kane Scarlett is in Year 7 and enjoys drama, this is her first whole school show, however it will not be her last. Her favourite part of this production has been getting to hang out with people in different years.
Miss Andrew / John Northbrook / Shop Customer
Emilia De Castro
Mrs. Clara Corry / Park Stroller / Bank Clerk
Sadie Brennan
‘Pity, I don’t suppose you know who I am!’ Emilia is in Year 9 and looking to take drama GCSE, this is her first whole school show, however it will not be her last. Emilia dances outside of school and we have been lucky to have her demonstrate the skills in the show. Her favourite part of this production has been being able to hang out with Miss Twomey.
‘And where do you think words come from in the first place?!’ Sadie is in Year 9 and looking to take drama GCSE, this is her first whole school show, however it will not be her last. Her favourite part of this production has been sorting out the microphones.
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:55 Page 9
Mrs. Brill / Bird Woman / Park Stoller / Chimney Sweep
Neleus / Bank Clerk / Shop Customer / Chimney Sweep
Katie Nanna / Shop Customer / Chimney Sweep / Von Hussler
Hannah Johnston ‘quiet sure and in case you’re wondering I haven’t been exchanged for a nincompoop by the fairies’ Hannah is in Year 10 and has loved the opportunity to be in the show. This is her first whole school show, however it will not be her last. Her favourite part of this production has been meeting people in different year groups.
Izzy Taylor Barkley ‘Mary Poppins, of course’ Izzy is in Year 8 and looking to take drama GCSE, this is her first whole school show, however it will not be her last. Her favourite part of this production has been working with new people and being in many scenes.
Ruby Baptie ‘Those little beasts have run away from me for the last time’ Ruby is in Year 8 and looking to take drama GCSE, this is her first whole school show, however it will not be her last. Her favourite part of this production has been the dress rehearsal.
Chairman Dawes / Chimney Sweep / Park Stroller / Street Passerby
Sophie Ayling
Chimney Sweep / Park Stroller / Street Passerby
Ellie Fairbrass
Sophie is in Year 8 and looking to take drama GCSE, this is their first whole school show, however it will not be their last. Their favourite part of this production has been being the ‘mum’ to all the Year 7s.
Ellie Fairbrass Ellie is in Year 7, this is her first whole school show, however it will not be her last. Her favourite part of this production has been meeting people from different years.
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:55 Page 10
The cast Chimney Sweep / Park Stroller / Street Passerby
Chimney Sweep / Park Stroller / Street Passerby
Chimney Sweep 5 / Park Stroller / Constable Jones / Street Passerby
Harri Grossman Harri is in Year 8 and drama is one of his favourite subjects. This is his first whole school show, however it will not be his last. His favourite part of this production has been learning the choreography and step in time.
Zarar Qavi Zarar is in Year 8 and drama is one of his favourite subjects. This is his first whole school show, however it will not be his last. His favourite part of this production has been step in time.
Jamie Viner Jamie is in Year 8 and drama is one of his favourite subjects. This is his first whole school show, however it will not be his last. His favourite part of this production has been meeting new people.
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:55 Page 11
Special thanks to: Paul, John, Luis and all the site team for putting up with our requests and making sure we have what we need. Art Club & D.T. Club for all their assistance with props and set. Candice for supplying ribbon for the props and set. Year 10 & 11 Art students for their contribution to the back drop. Kellie Rutledge for providing the magic measuring tape.
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:55 Page 12
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:56 Page 13
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:56 Page 14
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:56 Page 15
Chessington_Poppins_A4 programme_print 31/03/2022 09:56 Page 16
Thank you for supporting Chessington School students and the Drama department, we hope you enjoyed the show.