Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago.
For nearly 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show.
I think the key to making this show work is an extremely talented cast that radiates joy. In those regards, the current national tour company is firing on all cylinders. I’d venture to say there’s not a single weak link in the bunch. This cast is led by Christine Sherrill as Donna. Christine brings so much warmth and relatability to the role, and vocally is one of the best I’ve ever seen play Donna. Her “The Winner Takes it All” late in the second act is a bonafide showstopper. Alisa Melendez as Sophie does a wonderful job as well. Sophie isn’t the most interesting role on paper, but Melenzez infuses her Sophie with spunk and agency, while showcasing some amazing vocal chops along the way.
However, good casting only goes so far as the resulting chemistry, and this production of Mamma Mia! has loads of it. From the friendly trios of Donna, Rosie, and Tanya and Sam, Bill, and Harry, to the romantic passion and tension of Donna and Sam, as well as Sophie and Sky, and to the endearing familial relationship of the mother-daughter duo of Donna and Sophie, every collaboration brings something different. The supporting ensemble also elevates the show greatly, and it truly wouldn’t work without the incredible ranges of their talents. It’s a show based on community, and it’s greatly felt all throughout the show.
2000 | Toronto |
Toronto Production Toronto |
2001 | Broadway |
Original Broadway Production Broadway |
2002 | US Tour |
2nd National Tour US Tour |
2003 | Las Vegas |
Las Vegas Production Las Vegas |
2014 | Las Vegas |
Las Vegas Production Las Vegas |
2017 | Los Angeles |
Hollywood Bowl Production Los Angeles |
2021 | West End |
Original London Production West End |
2021 | West End |
London Immersive Production West End |
2023 | US Tour |
North American Tour US Tour |
2024 | West End |
West End |
2030 | West End |
London Immersive Production West End |
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