While in Cleveland for the taping of “BackStage with Mary Poppins,” Thomas Schumacher (President, Disney Theatricals) sat down with PlayhouseSquare to share his thoughts on the power and importance of the performing arts.

Thomas Schumacher (President, Disney Theatricals) on the fundamental importance of arts education.

Thomas Schumacher (President, Disney Theatricals) on supporting the arts and PlayhouseSquare.

Thomas Schumacher (President, Disney Theatricals) on his experience with taking high school students to the theater.

Thomas Schumacher (President, Disney Theatricals) on the power of theater.

Thomas Schumacher (President, Disney Theatricals) on how the arts can change us for the better.