New York is a city with plenty of family-friendly happenings. From museums and art to play spaces, New York City pumps out fun kids’ programming year-round!
But it’s often difficult to keep track of it all. Mommy Poppins aims to help. This online publication is the unpretentious parents’ guide to cool, unconventional activities. It includes free events, books, urban nature, travel ideas, creative projects, and parent-to-parent reviews and recommendations.
What to Expect
A beloved classic, mommy poppins nyc is based on the original Broadway production. You can expect the same high-quality, family-friendly experience you’ve come to know and love from the show, along with many new surprises.
The show will feature scenic design by Tony Award winner Beowulf Boritt (POTUS), lighting design by Ken Billington, costume design by Donna Zakowska (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”), sound design by Kai Harada and a full orchestrations team.
Music direction by Alvin Hough, Jr., vocal arrangements by David Loud, production stage management by Johnny Milani, casting by Jim Carnahan, CSA and Jason Thinger, CSA, and a production team with over 125 years of Broadway experience.
Johnny Milani, Production Stage Manager
With a background in acting and dance, Johnny is a veteran Broadway, regional, and touring cast member with credits including POTUS, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Shuffle Along, Kinky Boots, Gigi, Holler If Ya Hear Me, Bring It On: The Musical, Harvey, Nice Work If You Can Get It, Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, and Hair. He has also enjoyed working in film, television, and theater off-Broadway, at the Atlantic Theatre Company, Second Stage, and Manhattan Theatre Club.
Ashley Blair Fitzgerald, Assistant Director
A proud native of New York City, Ashley has performed Off-Broadway at Primary Stages and Hartford Stage in The Scottsboro Boys, where she had the pleasure of working with the writers on Mommy Poppins. She is incredibly excited to be joining the company of this exciting new production!
She’s grateful for the opportunity to work with a truly amazing creative team and the incredible children that are making this such a joyous experience. She loves the opportunity to help kids discover their inner nanny and to help them learn how to appreciate and cherish all the wonderful people in their lives!
Getting Started
Mommy poppins is the unpretentious go-to guide to fun kid-friendly activities, free events, books, urban nature, travel ideas, creative projects and more. Founded in 2007 and based in New York City, Mommy Poppins aims to be the smartest way for local parents to find out what’s hot in their city. The website features a slick search tool, a plethora of top-of-the-line content, and an ever-growing list of recommended resources.
One of the coolest ways to get involved with mommy poppins nyc is to sign up for their email newsletter. This will send you the latest news and special offers on the site’s best-kept secrets, as well as keep you abreast of the latest free webinars and teleclasses. You’ll also receive a free e-book to help you navigate the ever-changing world of parenting. The site’s e-book has all the highlights of the site in an easy to read format, making it the perfect way for you to learn more about the best of mommy poppins nyc. It’s also a great way to be kept in the loop of upcoming specials, giveaways and other exciting events for parents in your area.
Getting There
Founded in 2007 and based in New York City, mommy poppins nyc is the unpretentious parents’ guide to free family activities, cool kids’ shows, urban nature, books, travel ideas, creative projects and food. Parents can use the map function to find events and experiences near them and filter by age, area and category. The site also offers parent-to-parent reviews and recommendations. Get started by exploring the blog’s latest articles, then check out the listings of upcoming free and low-cost kids’ classes, camps, parties and more. This weekend, see a fun new family show like Ballerina Swan or The Very Hungry Caterpillar, go for a fall walk at the New York Botanical Garden or spend a relaxing day with nature at the Queens County Farm Museum.
Getting Out
There’s nothing like getting out and about with the kids. Whether you’re a NYC local or planning your family vacation for the first time, there are plenty of fun and interesting things to do in our fair city. From cool new kids’ shows and FREE family movies to a slew of arts and crafts activities, you can’t go wrong with our round up of the best kid-friendly events and activities around town. Check out mommy poppins nyc for more info and find your next big family adventure.