If there is one thing that London could definitely offer me that Perth and even Melbourne can’t, it’s the theatres. And, being located in Bloomsbury, so damn close to the West End, I could not possibly let the opportunity to see these shows go by. So a ticket was bought for Mary Poppins. And ooh it was good. Damn good. No photos allowed during the shows, so there aren’t any evidence of the amazing spectacle, but ah, it was brilliant. The sets were mind-blowing, the cast were incredible, the music was nostalgic, the whole atmosphere was unforgettable. 
The production is based on the Disney film rather than the books themselves, but did include certain aspects from the books that weren’t shown in the film; such as Mrs Corry, the personalities of the characters (Poppins being arrogant and the children being spoilt), and Poppins leaving when things got too tough. Well worth watching if it ever comes to town. A quick did-you-know: did you know that P L Travers, who wrote the original Mary Poppins books, is a Strayan*? Cool huh?* not all us Strayans speak like this by the way. Oii know oii doint.
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