Lyn Paul to Join the Cast of Mary Poppins UK and Ireland Tour as Bird Woman
Producers Wessex Grove, Gavin Kalin Productions, and Playful Productions are thrilled to announce that international recording artist and actress Lyn Paul will join the UK and Ireland tour of the multi-award-winning musical Mary Poppins as Bird Woman. Starting from Tuesday 18 November 2025, Lyn will perform at Milton Keynes Theatre before taking the stage at the Wales Millennium Centre in Cardiff from 3 December 2025 – 10 January 2026 and at Liverpool Empire from 14 – 31 January 2026.
Patti Boulaye to Continue as Bird Woman
Patti Boulaye will continue her celebrated run as Bird Woman at venues including Birmingham Hippodrome, Mayflower Theatre, Sunderland Empire, and Milton Keynes Theatre until 16 November 2025.
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Stefanie Jones and Jack Chambers Lead the Production
The production continues with Australian stars Stefanie Jones and Jack Chambers, who reprise their roles as Mary Poppins and Bert. Both previously starred in the Australian production of Mary Poppins and have received critical acclaim for their performances.
Stefanie Jones, who received a Sydney Theatre Award for Best Performance in a Leading Role in a Musical for her portrayal of Mary Poppins, has also starred in Muriel’s Wedding The Musical and The Sound of Music. Jack Chambers, a celebrated Australian performer, won accolades for his role as Bert in the Australian tour of Mary Poppins and has performed internationally in acclaimed productions such as Hairspray, Singin' in the Rain, and Burn the Floor.
Lyn Paul: A Career in Music and Theatre
Lyn Paul, an international recording artist and acclaimed stage performer, joins the cast as Bird Woman. She first rose to fame as a member of The New Seekers in the 70s, with their iconic recording of “I’d Like to Teach the World to Sing (In Perfect Harmony)”. Lyn later transitioned into musical theatre, starring as Mrs. Johnston in Blood Brothers, a role she reprised for over 23 years. Her other stage credits include Calendar Girls, Cabaret, and Taboo. Lyn is also known for her appearances in Emmerdale and Holby City.
The Stellar Cast of Mary Poppins
In addition to Lyn Paul, the cast of Mary Poppins includes:
Michael D. Xavier as George Banks
Lucie-Mae Sumner as Winifred Banks
Rosemary Ashe as Mrs. Brill
Wendy Ferguson as Miss Andrew
Sharon Wattis as Mrs. Corry
Ruairidh McDonald as Robertson Ay
David Burrows as Admiral Boom and Bank Chairman
The cast also includes Olive Harrison, Connie Jones, Yvie Moore, Katie Ryden, and Sienna Sibley alternating the role of Jane Banks, with Oliver Benson, Charlie Donald, Oli Manning, Joshua Miles, and Oliver Noble alternating Michael Banks.
A Record-Breaking Production
Since its premiere at Bristol Hippodrome in 2004, Mary Poppins has become one of the most successful musicals worldwide, earning over 50 major international awards including Olivier Awards and Tony Awards. With over 15 million attendees worldwide, the production has been translated into 13 languages.
The Timeless Magic of Mary Poppins
Based on P.L. Travers’ stories and the Walt Disney film, Mary Poppins follows the adventures of the world’s most famous nanny arriving at Cherry Tree Lane. Featuring dazzling choreography, unforgettable songs, and incredible effects, the musical includes classic tunes such as “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious”, “Jolly Holiday”, “Step in Time”, and “Feed the Birds”, with additional music by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe.
Creative Team and Production Details
Mary Poppins features:
Music and Lyrics: Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman (original), with new songs by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe
Book: Julian Fellowes
Orchestrations: William David Brohn
Choreography: Stephen Mear and Matthew Bourne (co-direction and choreography)
Direction: Richard Eyre (original production)
Design: Bob Crowley (set and costume design)
Lighting: Hugh Vanstone
Sound Design: Paul Gatehouse
Projections: Luke Hall
Illusions: Paul Kieve & Jim Steinmeyer
The UK & Ireland Tour is directed by James Powell, with choreography recreated by Richard Jones and musical supervision by Stephen Brooker.
Performance Dates and Tickets
The Mary Poppins tour will visit various cities across the UK and Ireland, including Milton Keynes Theatre, Cardiff’s Wales Millennium Centre, and Liverpool Empire. For full details on dates and to book tickets, visit the official Mary Poppins website.
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