Mary Poppins in Chicago Reviews- Page 2

[winston89]

Posted: 3/16/09 at 1:23am

If I remember reading correctly, Cameron wanted to do away with Temper Temper because he thought that it would be too scary for the kids. Keep in mind that that was one of the reasons why this show was billed as as not a a kids musical in london but one for the grown ups.

They were going to try to use another song in place of it in Chicago, and if that worked out well they were going to use the new song "Playing The Game" in place of Temper Temper on Broadway and in all upcoming international productions he has planed for Poppins.

[WishingOnlyWounds2]

Posted: 3/16/09 at 2:15am

Well, it doesn't seem to be working out!

Magica, thanks!

[boyfromoz2]

Posted: 3/16/09 at 4:34am

I don't think Cameron is really going to care what we think on this board, and he will replace Temper Temper on Broadway pretty soon. Sadly, I like everyone else here think Temper Temper added a darkness to an otherwise rather fluffy show. Sad to see it go

[WishingOnlyWounds2]

Posted: 3/16/09 at 9:31am

I'm hoping it's still in when I see the show on the 28th.

[jennamajig]

Posted: 3/16/09 at 10:46am

I saw the show for the first time last month and while I can understand "Temper, Temper" being a bit scary for the kids, it needs to be in order to force the change in the Banks children. I can't see that growth without that jolt.

What is the tone of "Playing the Game?" Lighter, I'm assuming, but does it try and convey the same message?

[boyfromoz2]

Posted: 3/16/09 at 12:00pm

Wishing, I'm going on April 3 and am also hoping its still in the show at the New Amsterdam.

[truk777]

Posted: 3/16/09 at 2:15pm

As I stated earlier, I haven't seen any other prodcution of Mary Poppins besides Chicago, so I don't know how Temper, Temper differs from Playing the Game, but it is the darkest point of the show and it does create a change in the kids. I just found the song to be rather borning.

[WishingOnlyWounds2]

Posted: 3/16/09 at 2:21pm

If you type in "Temper temper original broadway cast" on that site and click the second video you can watch it.

[Nickhutson]

Posted: 3/16/09 at 7:47pm

Once the new song has been worked properly into the Chicago production (when the show is frozen - remember it's still in previews), they will then remove Temper Temper from Broadway and all other forthcoming productions and put the new song in.

[BWayJunkie]

Posted: 3/16/09 at 10:23pm

Updated On: 3/17/09 at 10:23 PM

[EvanK]

Posted: 3/16/09 at 10:47pm

Temper Temper is an AWESOME song! Cameron back off and get your own sandwhich!

[TT2]

Posted: 3/17/09 at 6:42am

Chris Jones from the Tribune has confirmed that it's going into all versions of MPs. See the link
Trib's comments about the new song

[jagfkb]

Posted: 3/28/09 at 11:35am

youk onw what I lways thought would be an interesting idea? If they still used the song "Temper, Temper", but had Mary stayin the room with the children, and then brings the dolls to life. I could easily see her woven into the song, having her be the first witness, or even the judge, though I love the freaky clown judge. I could certainly see it being less dark with Mary there, and it further amplifies the point that it's a lesson, and not a scary nightmare.

[flyinghighwithwicked]

Posted: 7/12/09 at 5:15pm

Hey, I am seeing the show in Cleveland on Saturday... Does anyone know if Ashley Stage Doors after Matinees?? I know Gavin does.