Mamma Mia! Reviews
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★★☆☆☆
“Poor”
Written on: 12/08/2012
Saw this production Sat 11th Aug 2012. Really disappointed, especially by the singing! It was at best average, in fact some of the lead characters were very VERY out of tue and it felt like a school play rather than a West End show. It actually reminded me of lots of drunk women at a wedding. The girl who plays Sophie had an especially weak voice. Overall disappointing. Wicked, Ghost, Les Mis ina different league. (read more)
★★★☆☆
“Disappointed . . .COULD have been so amazing!”
Written on: 17/05/2012
As a 30th birthday present from my husband we went to the West End yesterday to see the much hyped Mamma Mia. I LOVE the film and had heard such good reviews that we were both expecting great things. Expecting to leave the Theatre singing and on a high we actually left feeling a little flat at the 'ok' show. We were expecting a much bigger supporting cast - bigger songs & dance routines, more 'Greek Local' characters. The actors were good - well the 6 older ones were at any rate - giving... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“TERRIBLE”
Written on: 17/05/2012
RUBBISH AND ONLY RUBBISH NO ONE IN MY 47 PARTY WOULD RECOMMEND IT at all RUBBISH (read more)
★★★★★
“A must see!”
Written on: 06/08/2011 by _Charlie_ (1 review written)
Mamma Mia! has to be the BEST West End Musical I've ever seen. The show was very enjoyable, it was very hard to not sing or start dancing out of your seat to the catchy songs which were sang top quality by the brilliant cast; towards the end of the show everyone was out of their seats dancing and singing! Great atmosphere to the entire theatre. The cast were extremely talented in singing, dancing and of course acting; the way how the scene's changed with the set moving fascinated me- I was... (read more)
★★★★★
“Mamma Mia was the first musical I ve been to and I...”
Written on: 27/01/2011
Mamma Mia was the first musical I ve been to and I originally liked Abba songs a lot so i was a bit scared to be disappointed about that but actually the actors were all very good and they could sing very well. The atmosphere was very nice, and u leave the place with a very nice feeling.The main actress and her mum were very good, both acting and singing.
Definitely worth going, for all ages.
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★☆☆☆☆
“we saw Mama Mia just before Christmas on the 21st Dec....”
Written on: 22/12/2010
we saw Mama Mia just before Christmas on the 21st Dec. 2010 (matinee performance). Having seen several other shows in the West End, all of which were excellent, we were very disappointed with this production. There were 4 understudies taking the major roles, the acting and singing was mediocre at best, and the overall impression was that of an amateur production. It was certainly not of the standard of any of the other West End shows we have seen. Maybe we were just unlucky?! (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“I was very disapointed. Already the movie was so bad....”
Written on: 22/12/2010
I was very disapointed. Already the movie was so bad. Spoiled the memories that I had of ABBA in the 70s when I was a child. (read more)
★★★★★
“Today was the second time I've been to Mamma Mia in...”
Written on: 09/12/2010 by ah72103 (1 review written)
Today was the second time I've been to Mamma Mia in London and it was the second time within a month. Before that, I was thinking that on stage it could not be as half as good as the movie. However I noted after my first visit, that it can be even better on stage. After that, I bought the CD with the original cast and I have to say that I understand some people when saying that the previous cast (before summer 2010) was not that good. Meanwhile ther have been some changes in the cast and the... (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“I went to Mamma Mia as part of a 60th birthday...”
Written on: 16/02/2010 by glenc (288 reviews written)
I went to Mamma Mia as part of a 60th birthday celebration for my mother. It would be fair to say, it wouldn't be the kind of thing Id chose to go along to normally.
I found the acting and the singing average at best (particularly some of the singing - quite weak).
I found the plot fairly daft - the actors would be discussing something and then break out into song with a very weak link between the dialogue/plot and the song they were singing - it was almost comical in parts. Basically it...
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★☆☆☆☆
“utter rubbish, poor acting and even worse singing the...”
Written on: 30/11/2009
utter rubbish, poor acting and even worse singing the scottish guy who played sam had the worse voice ive ever heard.
Saw Billy elliot and Hairspray the same week these were brilliant and professional, this was amateur dramatics at its worst.
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★★★★★
“A night full of surprises. I attended the November...”
Written on: 27/11/2009
A night full of surprises. I attended the November 26th performance of Mamma Mia with some trepidation. After all, I made no secret of my suspicion that the decision to cast Niamh Perry as Sophie was partially influenced by myopic commercial "TV Land" considerations, considerations I still don't feel were in her long-term interest nor in the interest of the West End. This is why the reader should assign double weight to what I am about to write.
I doubt anyone with his or her eyes...
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★☆☆☆☆
“I went on 21st Nov. The singing was at best mediocre....”
Written on: 22/11/2009
I went on 21st Nov. The singing was at best mediocre. The chemistry and acting was poor. The costumes showed very little imagination or innovation. Extremely disappointing. Wouldn't recommend it. (read more)
★★★★★
“Mamma Mia! is an absolutely amazing show, full of...”
Written on: 12/06/2009 by kim1971 (1 review written)
Mamma Mia! is an absolutely amazing show, full of wonderfully talented actors & actresses, of course headed by one if not the best female actresses in the West End - Linzi Hateley, a truely heart warming show. (read more)
★★★★★
“I liked mostly all of it. The worst thing i hated was...”
Written on: 20/11/2008
I liked mostly all of it. The worst thing i hated was when they got on the boat and the lady opend her basket and there was a horrible fish inside. I loved the honey honey song. (read more)
★★★★★
“It was pure delight to watch the movie. Laugh, cried...”
Written on: 04/10/2008 by palmm (1 review written)
It was pure delight to watch the movie. Laugh, cried and sang along the ABBA songs. I enjoyed the overall acting. In one word "wonderful". Made me remember the old days... Do see it, and judge for yourself. Highly recommended. (read more)
★★★★★
“I love the theatre and managed to see Mamma Mia on...”
Written on: 03/10/2008 by Hannah1986 (1 review written)
I love the theatre and managed to see Mamma Mia on Broadway in NY. The show is amazing good acting and singing. The most uplifting musical I have seen. (read more)
★★★★★
“Very good actors and singing. The show made it seem...”
Written on: 28/08/2008
Very good actors and singing. The show made it seem like you were watching a real life drama being played out. Also, Linzi was great, I plan on seeing it again. I saw the movie but thought they left out some good songs like Under Attack. (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“The songs were all really good separately. However,...”
Written on: 20/07/2008
The songs were all really good separately. However, the plot was very loose, unexciting, and the songs didn't seem to mesh with the story. I would buy the soundtrack, but I won't go see the show again! (read more)
★★★★★
“If you want to be entertained in the West End you...”
Written on: 23/05/2008 by Jim Walkden
If you want to be entertained in the West End you could not do better than buy a ticket to Mamma Mia. The production is absolutely first class, with a cast that gives their all. (read more)
★★★★☆
“Very funny indeed, i couldnt stop laughing and...”
Written on: 01/05/2008
Very funny indeed, i couldnt stop laughing and singing, absolutely enchanting performance. would love to see it again (read more)
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☆☆☆☆☆
“I saw this in Glasgow and it was really bad, so I can...”
Written on: 22/04/2008 by bonpurple
I saw this in Glasgow and it was really bad, so I can only assume they staged this musical with stand ins or people they found off the street on the day. At half time everyone was talking about how poor it was, and many left at half time, including me! (read more)
★★★★★
“Here is an ethical and moral thought experiment for...”
Written on: 03/03/2008 by torpedogolf (1 review written)
Here is an ethical and moral thought experiment for all you budding Mamma Mia philosophers out there. Imagine that you have just seen an emergency news broadcast detailing the certain obliteration of Earth by an unstoppable asteroid in just two short hours. Now imagine also that due to the strict no mobile phone policy in the Prince of Wales theatre, everyone but the cast has received the ominous news. Do you tell the cast and give them a chance to say their prayers, or do you keep them... (read more)
★★★★★
“It was my sincere pleasure and extremely good fortune...”
Written on: 19/01/2008
It was my sincere pleasure and extremely good fortune to witness a very special performance of Mamma Mia on January 17th, 2008. After my wife's friend was taken ill and could not use her ticket, I gladly stepped in as her alternate audience member. To say that the combined performances of Lucy Harris (Donna), Jane Gurnett (Tanya) and Hanna Robertson (Sophie) were noteworthy would be like saying Simon Cowell's criticism can be a little harsh at times! Lucy pulled out all the dramatic... (read more)
★★★★★
“Thursday, April 12, 2007 ”
Written on: 14/04/2007 by Timothy Winey (2 reviews written)
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Bravo, Bravo, Bravissimo LINZI HATELEY. Even when bravo is repeated for emphasis or used in its superlative form "Bravissimo," it seems a pathetically inadequate kudo to encapsulate the sheer weight of LINZI HATELEY's portrayal of Donna in Mamma Mia. Bravo! Admittedly denotes much enthusiasm and admiration, but simultaneously sheds far too little, if any, light on why I felt spontaneously compelled to shout it at LINZI HATELEY during her curtain call. I'm ashamed...
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286981_Sambill's Response to Timothy Winey's Review
Written on: 26/04/2007
Great review, great Lady, great show.
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★★★★☆
“This show is light-hearted, it's camp, and it's fun....”
Written on: 21/03/2007 by kellinakm (1 review written)
This show is light-hearted, it's camp, and it's fun. That's what you should expect from Mamma Mia!, currently showing in London at the Prince of Wales Theatre, just off Shaftsbury Avenue. It's the chick flick of the West End, a blockbuster hit musical that has been a sell-out for nine years. But be warned: if you are looking for something deep and engrossing, you're better off seeing 'Les Miserables' or 'Phantom of the Opera,' as this will not be for you. However, if you like ABBA or just... (read more)
★★★★☆
“I have seen Mamma Mia several times now with two...”
Written on: 17/02/2007 by Grace Winey (1 review written)
I have seen Mamma Mia several times now with two different casts, and I have always unashamedly enjoyed the show. Call me simple if you will, but the show is "simply" great fun. If you like ABBA music and good humor, then Mamma Mia is for you; of course the pseudo-intellectual wannabes out there will tell you that it is a simplistic, "vaudeville-esque" story propelled, tackily, by seventies pop music. These, of course, are the same people who would go to, and then debate endlessly, French... (read more)
252776_Anonymous101's Response to Grace Winey's Review
Written on: 19/02/2007
this wouldn't be the first production I'd choose to go and see but the feedback is certainly positive!! Fab review
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286981_Sambill's Response to Grace Winey's Review
Written on: 26/04/2007
Great review, although I think that Lucy Harris was "NOT Born to be Donna". Please go see Linzi Hateley as Donna and then we will talk. I am sure you will change your mind.
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★★★☆☆
“In general, Mamma Mia makes for a great night or...”
Written on: 02/02/2007 by Mia Martins (1 review written)
In general, Mamma Mia makes for a great night or afternoon out. For the more discerning connoisseurs among you, there are a few things that need to be said.
The leading ladies Rosie (played by Joanna Monro) and Tanya (played by Suanne Braun) are excellent.
Joanna Monro is a great Lady who makes the show so much more fun. One must, however, watch her closely to understand the meaning she puts in every word and expression. Joanna has a subtle class that goes largely undetected and hence,...
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★★☆☆☆
“I saw Mamma Mia recently, and frankly, I was...”
Written on: 06/01/2007 by Sue Earl (1 review written)
I saw Mamma Mia recently, and frankly, I was under-whelmed. This raving about Lucy Harris is unjustified. She is good, and has lots of energy and expression, but come on; she's not Julie Andrews, and if energy and expression are the only requirements for West End leads, then they would be populated by transvestite Italian taxi drivers. Firstly, she has to sing in a lower key (I heard the conductor say, in an almost "bless her" tone, "E Flat" (indicating a drop in key). Then he mouthed... (read more)
★★★★★
“Wednesday, November 29, 2006 ”
Written on: 02/12/2006 by visaliaca (1 review written)
Wednesday, November 29, 2006
Mamma Mia Review
Do not try this at home
This review, like many consumer products, comes with a patronizing safety warning for the foolhardy. Serious injury or even death could result from attempting to emulate Lucy Harris. In fact, I have a challenge to issue. If those pathetic post-pubescent morons of "Jackass" fame want to truly humiliate themselves, instead of tumbling down hills in outhouses, they should try to sing or act with 1 thousandth the aplomb...
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385073_Corky Clown's Response to visaliaca's Review
Written on: 22/07/2008
I agree that Lucy Harris is a gift not entirely of this world. I am lucky enough to be a significant person in her life, and know that there truly is no one like here - for talent, for humour, for loyalty, for presence, for beauty - she has no equal x
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Visaliaca's Response to visaliaca's Review
Written on: 30/07/2008
Thak you for the kind words of support for Lucy. We truly miss her, not just as an actress, but as an individual. Seeing the movie (yuck) only reminds us of how special she was in that role. I sincerely hope she finds something where she can shine as she deserves to, in a way that only she can.<br/><br/>T Winey
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★★★★★
“I loved this, colourful, great singing, dancing,...”
Written on: 20/07/2006 by JoLR (4 reviews written)
I loved this, colourful, great singing, dancing, acting..... and it was funny. I am going back in two weeks, definately recommend it! (read more)
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★★★★★
“I have seen Mamma Mia twice now and both times it was...”
Written on: 19/10/2005 by finkel1982
I have seen Mamma Mia twice now and both times it was exceptional. You will of course need to enjoy ABBA music as the entire show is dedicated to it with 24 ABBA songs. The story is a typical story not connected to the group at all but the way in which the story connects to the songs is remarkable.
I honestly can't think of any bad points that are unique to this production.
The ticket prices seem reasonable though not cheap with a good seat costing £50. Cheaper seats are available from...
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★★★★★
“Mamma Mia!, Prince Edward Theatre, London was all...”
Written on: 25/04/2005 by Lizzie123
Mamma Mia!, Prince Edward Theatre, London was all amazing, the songs were so clearly and amazingly sang, the outfits were all so colourful, it has something for everyone, song, laughter and kissing!!!!!!!!!!!! I advise anyone who likes Abba to definitely go, you will have an outstanding time, it is definitely worth it, so book NOW!!!! (read more)
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Gemmahudson's Response to Timothy Winey's Review
Written on: 24/04/2007
Linzi Hatley deserves all the praise she is getting. She is totally amazing and I agree 100% with this review. Thank you.