Baby Wants Candy: DCM '26 (2026)
Cast: Chris Grace, John Hartman, Will Jacobs, Mike Poole, Daniel Tepper
Did you know? Baby Wants Candy's 2026 Del Close Marathon title "Project Hail Mary Poppins" was a real-time mashup of Andy Weir's sci-fi novel and the classic Disney musical, entirely improvised on the spot with no pre-written script or songs.
Why Watch: Forget everything you think you know about improv—Baby Wants Candy’s “DCM '26” is a high-wire act of comedic genius, spinning your random title suggestions into a full-blown, polished musical on the spot. With the razor-sharp wit that earned them a *New York Times* Critics Pick, this live capture from the legendary Del Close Marathon delivers laugh-out-loud songs and plot twists that feel both spontaneous and destined. If you crave the electric thrill of live theater where anything can—and does—happen, this is the must-watch viral moment of the year.
The world’s most celebrated musical improv troupe, Baby Wants Candy—hailed by the New York Times as “Truly Amazing! Critics Pick!”—spontaneously creates a full-length musical comedy inspired by a title you suggest. Past crowd favorites include “Project Hail Mary Poppins,” “Sweeney Toddler,” and the legendary “Hotuncles.com…the Musical.” This performance was captured live during the 2026 Del Close Marathon.