Mamma Mia!

Mamma Mia!

Written By: Mark Armstrong

Format: Musical
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Date: February 24 2015
Location: Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool, England

I have been a huge fan of ABBA's music for many years; they created so many hit songs that are very famous and range from catchy sing-a-longs to slower, quiet tunes, but almost all have a clear message. Whether you love Dancing Queen or Money, Money, Money, most people will have a favourite ABBA song, and most ABBA fans will love almost all of their songs.

So when the musical Mamma Mia!, first established in the West End in 1999, finally came to Liverpool, I really wanted to see it. I knew of the storyline behind the show, I understood that it would be light-hearted and feel-good, and I also recognised that a strong, experienced cast would be on hand, but to incorporate the music of ABBA would enhance the experience as a whole. And Mamma Mia! certainly achieved that: a theatre-goer watching this show will recognise all of their favourite ABBA hits, but it is important to point out that even if ABBA's music were replaced by the songs of another band, or if the music featured consisted of original tunes, Mamma Mia! would still be a very enjoyable and memorable show. Of course, the ABBA soundtrack elevates it even greater.

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