Natalie Schafer (as Lovey Howell) plays a Mary Poppins-like character named Mary Poppedin in a dream sequence of the Gilligan's Island episode "And Then There Were None". Pedersen, Erik (May 31, 2016). " 'Mary Poppins' Sequel Gets Title & Release Date From Disney". Deadline Hollywood . Retrieved May 31, 2016. In Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Peter Quill/Star Lord compares Yondu to Mary Poppins at the climax, leading to him (who does not know the character) proudly proclaiming "I'm Mary Poppins, y'all!" as he saves Star-Lord from dying in the vacuum of space.

How Mary Poppins has changed for the stage“. BBC News (15 November 2019). Retrieved 18 November 2019 Mary Poppins: Mary Poppins • Bert • George Banks • Winifred Banks • Jane Banks • Michael Banks • Penguin Waiters • Fox • Admiral Boom and Mr. Binnacle • Uncle Albert • Mr. Dawes Sr. • Katie Nanna • Mrs. Brill • Ellen • Mr. Dawes Jr. • Constable Jones • Jolly Holiday Farm Animals • The Pearly Band • Robins • Miss Lark • Chimney Sweeps • Parrot Umbrella Fireworks: Believe... There's Magic in the Stars • Disney Dreams! • Disney Movie Magic • Disneyland Forever • Fantasy in the Sky • Magical: Disney's New Nighttime Spectacular of Magical Celebrations A quintessential English nanny, Mary Poppins is a slightly stern but caring woman, who uses magic and self-control to take care of the Banks children. [1] She is usually identifiable by her sensible hat and parrot umbrella, which she brings with her wherever she goes on outings; she also has the power to teleport to a place she wants. She is kind towards the children, but can be firm when needed. She is "practically perfect in every way". In the film version, she is a young woman, with an air of grace and elegance about her. Terry Pratchett's Susan Sto Helit character parodies Mary Poppins in various ways, most explicitly in the novel Hogfather.If you’re curious about the magic behind the animated scenes, let it be known that no actual green screens were used in filming. Instead, giant props were built first and then later painted green. “[Director Rob Marshall] wanted a stage design that was a reflection of the songs and covers, so there are giant books and all sorts of fantastic things that we actually built [and] painted green to let [the cast] interact in that world [and] to be able to pull them out into the animation,” Myhre explains. Neil Gaiman's short story "The Problem of Susan" mentions a work published after Travers's death, Mary Poppins Brings in the Dawn, in which Mary Poppins was Jesus's nanny. [10] Julie Andrews, who played the character in the 1964 film adaptation, received an Academy Award for Best Actress. British film magazine Empire included Poppins (as played by Andrews) in their 2011 list of 100 greatest movie characters. [3] Acclaimed for her performance as Poppins in the 2018 sequel, Emily Blunt received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical. [4] In the 2004 musical adaptation in the West End, Laura Michelle Kelly received the Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance as Poppins.

In a sequence celebrating British children's literature during the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games, a group of over thirty Mary Poppinses with umbrellas descended en masse to fight and defeat the nightmares (the villains Queen of Hearts, Captain Hook, Cruella de Vil, and Lord Voldemort) haunting children's dreams. [11] The sequence is called " Second to the right and straight on till morning". [12] In Family Guy season 6 episode "Padre de Familia", in a cutaway gag Peter dressed up as Mary Poppins he arrives to take care to Michael and Jane but only ends up killing them. Kroll, Justin (February 24, 2016). " 'Hamilton's' Lin-Manuel Miranda in Talks for 'Mary Poppins' Sequel (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety . Retrieved February 26, 2016. The umbrella has a personality of its own and sometimes disagrees with Mary Poppins or teases her. His can be sarcastic, witty, or cheeky, depending on the situation. The umbrella also has a soft spot for children and animals and enjoys making them laugh. The umbrella can sense when Mary Poppins is in trouble or needs help and will come to her rescue. He is one of Mary Poppins' oldest and dearest friends and shares many secrets with her. Due to the phenomenal success of the 1964 film, Mary Poppins makes regular appearances at all the Disney Parks and Resorts. She is always accompanied by Bert and is located in the Main Street, U.S.A. area of the parks. Mary Poppins and the Pearly band also perform. She can also be found at the United Kingdom Pavilion of the World Showcase in Epcot at Walt Disney World.In both the West End and Broadway versions of the stage musical, the Mary Poppins character is more deliberately mysterious than in the movie version. She is slightly stricter with the children (who are also naughtier than their book and movie counterparts), but only because she wants them to become the best they can be. Mary in the stage version is also more aware of Bert's feelings towards her.

Bell, Crystal (27 July 2012). "London Olympics: Voldemort, Mary Poppins Have An Epic Duel". The Huffington Post . Retrieved 21 November 2018.Anne Hathaway, (in tribute to Julie Andrews), in a short parody sketch at season 34, episode 4 of Saturday Night Live in 2008. Lawson, Valerie. "The Americanization of Mary". Mary Poppins, She Wrote: The Life of P.L. Travers. 1st ed. New York: Simon & Schuster, 2006. 216. Print.

Yes, you read that correctly. Mary Poppins’ parrot head umbrella can actually turn its head, blink its eyes, and speak! And no, it isn’t CGI. Myhre talks about the reasoning behind wanting to make the umbrella come to life: “We’ve got three kids and we all felt like the kids [were] going to have a much better time talking to a parrot head umbrella that can actually talk to them. There’s one that’s been made that is completely auto-animatronic ... I guess you could say it's a little nod to the original Mary Poppins, but this one is very sophisticated.” How cool is that?! Mary Poppins in Travers' books is strict and no-nonsense, asserting her unusual brand of discipline over the four (later five) Banks children in her charge. Mary is very vain and is always admiring herself in the mirror and other reflections. She constantly lectures the children for their "bad" behaviour, especially when they point out the magical things she does, for she constantly denies she is anything but a prim and proper lady. Mary only shows her gentler side around her friends, among them the Matchman (Bert), Mrs. Corry, and Nellie-Rubina. Even though it's set in Edwardian London, it's about family, and it's about appreciating one another. And that is kind of timeless, it's at the core of everyone's life to love and appreciate each other."The Parrot Umbrella is also a source of entertainment and wonder for the children who accompany Mary on her adventures. He can sing along with Mary and join in her musical numbers. He can also interact with other animals and objects, such as the carousel horses or the snowman. Sometimes, the parrot can be cheeky or sarcastic, especially when Mary is being stern or strict. But he always respects and admires Mary and her magical abilities. The Parrot Umbrella is a faithful friend and a delightful accessory that adds a touch of magic to every day. Mary Poppins first appeared in the short story 'Mary Poppins and the Match Man' in 1926 and in several early bits and pieces of the first novel. [9] P.L. Travers later changed the story of the character's origins, stating that it appeared fully formed in her mind in 1934. [9] Notable portrayals [ edit ] Main article: Mary Poppins (book series) Mary Poppins as imagined by the illustrator of the book series, Mary Shepard, for the first volume Mary Poppins: Sister Suffragette • The Life I Lead • The Perfect Nanny • A Spoonful of Sugar • Sobre las Olas • Jolly Holiday • Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious • Stay Awake • I Love to Laugh • Feed the Birds (Tuppence a Bag) • A British Bank • Fidelity Fiduciary Bank • Chim Chim Cher-ee • Step in Time • A Man Has Dreams • Let's Go Fly a Kite In The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part, a character named Larry Poppins (voiced by Jorma Taccone) is Mary Poppins' male counterpart.