Learnt of this musical when my father bought the ABBA GOLD Greatest Hits CD about 4 years ago. At that time, it was a new musical, but I have this feeling that it will be a hit.
First, it is based on the songs of ABBA... and ABBA as you know has a huge fan base, "tall fan structure". I mean... not only are their admirers spreaded across the world, people of all ages enjoy their music. No rationale admirer would want to miss the chance to watch a musical which only perform their favourite songs of their favourite band.
And then it is their music, clear singing and simple lyrics. Music... serious musical audiences seek enrichment for the soul or widening of their minds, but most audiences are like me and you who really just want to feel happy after a show... and ABBA music are happy music. Clear singing and simple lyrics are a must for musicals. Remember that musicals are mind widener, not brain teaser. It is unnecessary to take attention away from the good acting by requesting audience to decipher what the actors are singing about. Their songs are meant to be chart-toppers, but it seems their songs are written for a musical.... they were chart-toppers and now it is performed in a musical.
I could remember clearly that "Money, Money, Money" was performed by the Music, Dance and Drama Club of my secondary school in a concert. One of my best friends in school was the main performer and she sing and throw "money" in the air. I enjoyed the performance by the club... my eyes were just glued to the stage... I think I wouldn't even know if someone throw something into my mouth. Well, nobody did it.... that means even the most restless of students are enjoying the show.
Therefore, it comes to no surprise that Mamma Mia! has became the No.1 musical in the world.... not stated in their publicity brochure, I read it off an article in The Straits Times. What is more surprising to me is the fact that they are coming to perform in Singapore.
At that time I came to know of Mamma Mia!, it was performed at Prince Edward Theatre in London. I thought there is not much chance for me to watch this musical. And throughout the following years, Mamma Mia! is just something that exists in this world and a musical that I would catch if I have the chance to go for a holiday to London. I forgot that performing groups also need to earn money and they do travel around the world like The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserable (Did I spell it wrong?), etc. Imagine the joy when I read from Life!, about half a year ago, that Mamma Mia! is coming to Singapore.... dates of their performance and ticket sales went straight to my organiser.
And today is only less than one week before their first performance in Singapore kicks off.... that is 21 September 2004, with their last show on 24 October 2004. If you have not been to the Esplanade Theatre... make your first time with Mamma Mia!. I have checked with SISTIC and tickets are still available.... certainly not the best seats, but comfortable enough for you to enjoy the whole show. Songs that will be featured includes "Dancing Queen", "I Have A Dream", "Mamma Mia", "Money, Money, Money", "Take A Chance On Me"and "Thank You For the Music". Log on to www.sistic.com.sg for more information and discounts you may enjoy.
I will only get to watch it towards the end of their tour in Singapore and by the time my review is published (if there is one), their tour may have ended. I hope I have written enough to convince you that this is a smart bet.... such experience can rarely be bought with money. Don't miss the opportunity.
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