Ashley Brown originated the Broadway role of Mary Poppins and now stars in the North American tour of the show. Now she’s making her solo record debut with her jazz alum, Speak Low, on sale now!
Here’s what the 27-year-old singer and actress exclusively shared with JustJared.com:
JJ: What is your favorite prop on the set of Mary Poppins?
AB: I would have to say my parrot head umbrella. It is with me at all times and a massive one opens up at the end of act 2. It’s Mary’s most iconic prop along with her carpet bag. I’m going to find it hard to ever walk on stage without it!
JJ: You have famous people (and their kids) watching you all of the
time. Which celebrity encounter has been the most memorable to date
and why?
AB: When Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes came with Suri. They were so generous with their time and so complimentary. They stayed and took pictures and answered questions and just couldn’t quit gushing about our show.
Also, when we walked in the theater the next day, they had sent us 5 dozen of Crumbs cupcakes and a beautiful arrangement of red roses with a very nice note. They went over the top and I don’t think anyone in our cast will forget that moment.
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