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By Michelle Taylor

Elizabeth Forward High School showcased its students' talent once again with their production of 'Mary Poppins', giving audiences a front seat view to watch the magic unfold.

A scene from the opening act of EFHS's musical "Mary Poppins"

There was not an empty seat in the place, and given the caliber of the talent displayed, it's no wonder why. The band students accompanied the musical with such precision that it was easy to forget there was a live band below the stage. The singing was well-done, the choreography was fantastic, and the students performed on a professional level that made watching the musical very joyful and entertaining to all ages. The well-executed way the musical was done gave it a Broadway feel.

Mattie Winowich, cast as Mary Poppins, is a well-seasoned and talented young lady with a successful future ahead of her. Mr. George Banks, played by Tony Panneri, was a well-played character, and the choice of actor was spot-on. Natalie Montarti in the role of Mrs. Winifred Banks has an incredible singing voice, well beyond her years. Natalie Brogna and Robbie Charles, cast as Jane and Michael Banks, took on the youthful characters very well and embraced their roles. The maid and butler, played by Kristin Kulwik and Chris Fritsky, were comical in their roles and brought many laughs to the table.

The highlight of the show was the delivery of "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious," as it was sung and performed extraordinarily well, and the magic of the flying nanny was kept alive by sweeping Mary Poppins off her feet and up in to the air during the show - it just wouldn't have been the same without it.

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