Nine Day Engagement of Sing-Along Mary Poppins at Hollywood's El Capitan Theatre Begins April 13th
Sing-Along 'Mary Poppins' Returns to Hollywood's El Capitan Theatre for Special Nine-Day Spring Fling Beginning April 13th
It's a jolly holiday at Hollywood's historic El Capitan Theatre starting on April 13th as the sing-along version of Walt Disney's Academy Award®-winning classic "Mary Poppins" returns for a special nine-day engagement, it was announced April 10th by Lylle Breier, Senior Vice President of Worldwide Special Events for Buena Vista Pictures Distribution. For this interactive presentation, a restored 35mm Dolby Stereo print of the classic 1964 film has been customized with on-screen lyrics of all the songs so that audiences can join in the fun by singing along.
Mary Poppins introduces the film
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Additionally, Mary Poppins herself will introduce the show at each performance. Moviegoers are encouraged to dress as their favorite character from the film — the practically perfect Mary Poppins, Bert the charismatic chimney-sweep, laugh-loving Uncle Albert, stuffy Mr. Banks, the long-suffering Suffragette Mrs. Banks, the kindly bird woman, a penguin waiter or the precise Admiral Boom. Prizes for best costume will be awarded at each show.
Commenting on the announcement, Breier said, "The El Capitan Theatre is a premiere venue for family entertainment in Los Angeles and the 'Mary Poppins' sing-along is an audience favorite. We were overjoyed at just how popular this one-of-a-kind event turned out to be last year, and we're happy to be bringing back this special event. 'Mary Poppins' is still one of the best films that our Studio ever made and has quickly moved into the realm of classic. So warm up those vocal chords, put on your Victorian-era costume, and get ready for a real 'jolly holiday."'
Outside the theater during the inaugural sing
along in August 2000
costumed guests posed for the press in attendance
photo ©LaughingPlace.com
Nominated for 13 Oscars® and winner of five (including one for the song "Chim Chim Cher-ee"), "Mary Poppins" is considered the crowning achievement in Walt Disney's illustrious filmmaking career. Released in 1964 and directed by Robert Stevenson, this cinematic adaptation of the P.L. Travers classic stars Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke, the late David Tomlinson, Glynis Johns, Karen Dotrice and Matthew Garber.
The El Capitan's special engagement will run until April 22nd, with shows every day at 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., and 7:00 p.m., with an additional 10:00 p.m. shows on Fridays and Saturdays.
Ticket Prices
VIP Admission — Includes free popcorn and soft drink, a reserved "best seat in
the house," early admission, and no waiting in line.
$19
General Admission
Adults $9.00
Children 3 - 11 $5.75
Seniors 60+ $5.75
All shows before 5:00p are $5.75
Call 1 800 Disney 6 for tickets or you can order tickets online and print them at home: www.elcapitantickets.com
Group Rate Tickets are available (20 or more people) 1 818 845 3110
Related Links
- El Capitan Theatre Official Site
- LaughingPlace.com's Report from
the August/September 2000 Inaugural Performance
featuring the Sherman Brothers and choreographer DeeDee Woods.
-- Posted April 11, 2001
Source: Company Press Release
Photos: LaughingPlace.com
Edited: LaughingPlace.com