Mamma Mia!

Mamma Mia! at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Why see Mamma Mia!?

Thank You For The Music!

The ultimate feel-good musical is heading on a brand new UK tour, bringing the sunny climes of Greece to you! The ABBA-tastic jukebox musical that started it all back in 1999, Mamma Mia! tells the story of single mum Donna and her daughter Sophie as the latter plans a scheme to find out who her real dad is before her wedding. With some of the Swedish pop group's most beloved songs including 'Dancing Queen', 'I Have A Dream', 'Super Trouper' and many more to groove to, discover for yourself why Mamma Mia! remains a firm favourite both in the West End and around the world.

The show was originally conceived by English producer Judy Craymer and written by Catherine Johnson. With the blessing of Abba's songwriters, Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus, the show premiered in London in 1999. Its infectious mixture of classic pop songs, skin-tight Lycra outfits and unabashed positivity was a runaway success, confounding the creator's own rather humble expectations and launching a franchise that includes two hit films - with a third in the works.

What Is The Story of Mamma Mia!?

Sophie is preparing for her wedding to fiancee Sky on a sunny Greek Island. The one problem is that she doesn't know who her father is. Leafing through her mother's diary, she discovers that it could be one of three men. Taking matters into her own hands, she invites all three to the ceremony, hoping that she'll spark up an instant connection with whoever is meant to walk her down the aisle.

So, the big day approaches and all the guests arrive. Sophie's mother Donna, is horrified at the sight of her former lovers, never suspecting that she would ever set eyes on them again. Sophie, meanwhile, is unable to pick out her biological father from the trio. Confusion, farcical misunderstandings, and a whole lot of singing ensue as Sophie tries to figure it out, all the while fighting her nagging doubts about the wedding itself.

Key Information

Audience

Age recommendation 5+. Mamma Mia! is good for late junior school, secondary school and college age kids and anyone who likes ABBA.

Run Time

Two hours 35 minutes including a one intermission

Dates

Finished 4 Jan

Cast

  • Jenn Griffin as Donna Sheridan
  • Ashleigh Jones alternate Donna Sheridan
  • Hazel Baldwin as Sophie Sheridan
  • Samuel George Downey as Sky
  • Lauren Woolf as Rosie
  • Sarah Earnshaw as Tanya
  • Richard Taylor Woods as Sam Carmichael
  • Arvid Larsen as Harry Bright
  • Simon Victor as Bill Austin
  • Rachel Seirian as Ali
  • Lex Richardson as Lisa
  • Ashton Sharp as Pepper
  • Albert Green as Eddie
  • William Hazell as Father Alexander

Further cast

Rubi-mai Bown, Georgia Gillam, Bethany Lythgoe, Sullivan Martin, Adam Stickler, Luke Stone, Brook Blackford-Jenkins, James Brice, Aled Davies, Ryan Ebbrell, Marisa Harris, Jay Jobarteh, Sarah McFarlane, Rachel Oates, Megan Speirs and Maisy Wignall.

Please note: The producers can't guarantee the appearance of any performers on any specific date.

Creative

  • Music & Lyrics by Benny Andersson & Bjorn Ulvaeus
  • Book by Catherine Johnson
  • Directed by Phyllida Lloyd
  • Choreographed by Anthony van Laast
  • Production Design by Mark Thompson
  • Lighting Design by Howard Harrison

Reviews

Our review

Fun, musical, LOUD

This is a party and if you're not on your feet dancing along to the big finale then you went to the wrong theatre!

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Customer reviews

90 reviews, average rating: (4.8 Stars)

Pat Taylor

Mamma Mia

Absolutely loved it , I loved the way they fitted the songs differently than in the film. The cast were excellent and the encore was totally brilliant with the audience all singing and clapping along. Highly recommend ... Read more

Linda Lawrence

Mamma Mia

This is the best show I have seen in a theatre. Utterly amazing! The singing, dancing, the pure professionalism was outstanding. The set was fantastic and everything moved so smoothly, it was a delight for the eyes and ears. Thank you so much for a truly entertaining night. ... Read more

Caitlin

Mamma mia experience

Omg even though we couldn't sing through it that was one of the best tributes I have ever seen the lady who sang The Winner Takes it All left no crumbs! All the actors where amazing and truly deserve a good pay! Honestly stuff like this heal apart of me 🩵✨️. ... Read more
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