Laura Michelle Kelly

Laura Michelle Kelly is an English actress and singer best known for originating the role of Mary Poppins in the musical of the same name.

Stage Actress

March 4, 1981

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Laura Michelle Kelly, a British actress and singer, gained recognition for her Olivier Award-winning portrayal of Mary Poppins in the West End production. She first appeared on Broadway in the 2004 revival of Fiddler on the Roof and has since participated in various musicals, including My Fair Lady, South Pacific, and Finding Neverland. Kelly also founded The Lost Chord, a charity that offers musical experiences for individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Notably, her initial musical performance occurred during middle school when she participated in Bugsy Malone.