Laura Michelle Kelly

Laura Michelle Kelly, born on 4 March 1981, is an English actress and singer. She gained recognition for originating the roles of Mary Poppins in the West End production of 'Mary Poppins' and Sylvia Llewelyn Davies in the Broadway musical 'Finding Neverland'. Kelly was born in Totton near Southampton, Hampshire, and later moved to the Isle of Wight with her family. She made her first musical appearance in 'Bugsy Malone' during middle school and further honed her talent under the guidance of singing teacher Barbara Walter. Some of her notable West End credits include 'Beauty and the Beast', 'Whistle Down The Wind', 'Les Misérables', 'Mamma Mia!', and 'My Fair Lady'.