Casting Mary Poppins

Named Roles and “Double Casting”

With NBTi's Community Theatre Production, we believe in creating an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone has the opportunity to shine on stage. To achieve this, we will be using a "double casting system" for certain roles in the production. For example, in the case of Mary Poppins, we will cast two actors in the role. Each actor will perform in two out of the four shows, alternating nights with their fellow actor. On the nights they are not playing Mary Poppins, they will have the opportunity to contribute to the production in other ways, such as performing in the ensemble or working backstage as part of the crew. This casting system allows for a more diverse range of actors to have the opportunity to play a lead role, and also provides a backup in case of any unforeseen circumstances that may prevent one of the actors from performing.

Overall, we believe that this casting approach reinforces the sense of community and collaboration that "Community Theatre" stands for, while also giving everyone the chance to showcase their talents and be part of a wonderful theatrical experience. There are plenty of opportunities for people of all ages and experience levels to get involved in this community theater project. Whether you're interested in lead roles, ensemble roles, or something in between, there's a role that's right for you.

List of Roles

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Roles Reserved for Teenagers/Adults of Any Gender

GEORGE BANKS – Head of the Banks household, a bank manager who tries to be a good provider, but often forgets how to be a good husband and father. 

WINIFRED BANKS – A former actress who is very busy trying to live up to her husband’s expectations. She is a loving but distracted mother to Jane and Michael. 

Roles Reserved for Young People of Any Gender

MICHAEL BANKS – Cute and cheeky, excitable and sometimes naughty. He adores his father and tries to be like him. 

JANE BANKS – The high-spirited daughter of Mr. and Mr. Banks, is bright and precocious but can be willful and inclined to snobbishness.

Roles Open to Anyone, of Any Age, of Any Gender

ENSEMBLE – A group of folks who ehlp tell the story of Mary Poppins. they will perform in hit numbers such as Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious, Step in Time, Jolly Holiday, and many more!

MARY POPPINS – Jane and Michael’s new nanny who is a force to be reckoned with possessing a dazzling personality. Full of hope even when things look dire, she professes “anything can happen if you let it.” Practically perfect in every way. 

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BERT – A one man band, sidewalk artist, chimney sweep and kite salesman and friend to Mary Poppins. Charming and Charismatic - great mover and dancer!

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MRS. BRILL – The Banks’ family cook who rules the kitchen and Robertson Ay with an iron hand. 

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ROBERTSON AY – Clumsy but good-hearted footman of the Banks household, he has problems following directions and is a knock-about comic character. 

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MISS ANDREW – George Banks’ old nanny called in to take Mary Poppins’ place. She is cruel and demanding to the entire Banks family. Things must be done her way-or else! 

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MRS. CORRY – Mysterious and very old, she runs the “Talking Shop” where people buy conversations and gingerbread. She knew George Banks when he was a boy. 

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NELEUS – A statue in the park who has lost his father. 

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THE BIRD WOMAN – Sits in front of St. Paul’s cathedral every day selling bags of crumbs for her beloved pigeons. “Feed the Birds.”

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THE PARK KEEPER – A stickler for rules and regulations, he watches over the park. 

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ADMIRAL BOOM – The Banks’ family friendly neighbor on Cherry Tree Lane 

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Miss LARK – Another of the Banks’ neighbors. A bit snobby and treats her dog, Willoughby, as a child. 

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KATIE NANNA – The last of a long line of nannies for the Banks’ children who leaves #17 Cherry Tree Lane being fed up with Jane and Michael’s pranks. 

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Show Cuts

Please note: The musical number with the toys at the end of Act 1 has been cut. Some other cuts of songs will take place for length of time of the show.

Does everyone get to be in the play?

At "Community Theatre," we believe that every person who auditions deserves a chance to be part of the production, regardless of their experience or skill level. That's why we guarantee that every person who auditions will be cast in the show, whether it is in a named role or in the ensemble.

We believe that ensemble is a fundamental part of any theatre production and it is our goal to feature every member of our cast for "their moment" on stage. Every actor has unique talents and strengths, and we strive to highlight those talents through thoughtful and creative staging and choreography.

So whether you are cast in a named role or in the ensemble, we guarantee that you will have the opportunity to shine and be part of a truly special theatrical experience. We can't wait to see what you bring to the stage!