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A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads.
And a trip down the aisle you'll never forget!
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.
Just an amazing performance! Kaye, the lead role who played Donna was phenominal! After the show, I believe this was planned, but a mini-ABBA concert broke out and everyone in the house rose to their feet and started singing and dancing! I can't wait to see my next musical! But when I do, I'm getting better seats. I was able to see the performers but I want to be closer.
I felt the lead was mis-cast. The blonde friend seemed like a better fit for the lead role. There were times when her voice was too soft I couldn't understand what she was saying. The daughter (sophie) was obviously inexperienced. The two friends were the best part of the show as well as the young males. The older males were decent...
What a show.. it was awesome,fun andwould highly recommend it for all ages..
While I enjoyed the music, I was disappointed in the quality of this production. I saw it previously in Chicago when it was here for a longer more permanent stay. I enjoy live orchestras, elaborate set designs, and large ensembles with excessive talent. I felt all these elements were missing in this National Touring Performing group. If you are just going for the music it's fine (as long as you don't mind the sing along to prerecorded music). Donna was excellent and had a wonderful voice, but it was often overwhelmed by the accompaniment. Just disappointed in the value for the ticket price. I have seen better productions in the suburbs at smaller venues. I will think twice before purchasing Broadway in Chicago shows again.
Not only a beautiful venue but also a wonderful time! This was the second time my mom and I have seen Momma Mia, and it was just as wonderful the second time around! A perfect musical event for a Mommy Daughter day out!!!
The casting was well prepared. I really enjoyed the orchestra. The audience was so involved. The theater was amazing and the staff was also very helpful! A great overall experience!! Thank you!!
It had me laughing and singing. I lost track of time and wanted to watch more.
Great time! Fun for a wide variety of ages, but not too young. Fun times, dancing in your seat
Great time good music good dancing and great seats. Fun and fabulous production!
I wasn't crazy about Donna or Sam...but Sophie and everyone else were the best I have seen.
The musical was magical. The music was wonderful, and we loved the addition of new songs.
Sound wasn't as good as expected and the show wasn't vibrant.
Having seen Mama Mia the first time around, then in Vegas, then on the big screen, I would say this production rates, maybe, a notch or two above what I would expect of a High School production. The 5 piece band (mostly electronic fill) sounded awful. The set design, and I use that term loosely, was something you could put together in your garage in a few hours. The lead - an Australian by birth - had a weak mean voice. Way too mean in her spoken lines. The rest of the cast was ho hum. And how funny is the section below wherein you can upload a picture. They only announced like 10 times that you can't take any photos (why would you anyway?).
Up there with the best time you'll have in the theater!
Although I wasn't overly impressed with some of the acting/singing...it was a great show in a beautiful theatre and we had a blast! I also enjoyed/appreciated the fun numbers during the "encore" at the end! :)
This was our first play in the Chicago. We have a local theater that does productions that we have been too many time, so we wanted to see what it was like in Chicago. The Oriental Theatre was beautiful. But Mamma Mia was so very good, especially at the end when they put on a small concert of like 3 songs from ABBA and we all stood and waved our hands in the air. I want to see it again and take my daughter. I went with my mom and at one point we cried, but the rest was so funny. The singing was wonderful. The set they used was versatile for the entire play. If your thinking of if you should go or not...GO! You won't be sorry!
The acting in Mamma Mia was terrific. They play was uplifting and fun. I enjoyed the entire experience.
Despited a shaky start with the sound system (couldn't hear some, others too loud), we had a great time from start to finish. Of course, we already knew the plot and every song and dance, but that was part of the fun. Staging is pretty basic stuff but very creative in morphing into various scenes.
After seeing Mamma Mia in New York this summer, the Chicago performance didn't compare. While the show was entertaining, the singing could have been a little stronger. Hopefully, the performance was a little off due to the fact that it was opening night.
There are two things in life I thought I would love unconditionally: ABBA and musicals. This show has me reconsidering because it was so miserable. Sophie was screech-y and could not really nail any of her songs, Donna was either over or under acting, and the male leads just phoned it in. Both Harry and Sam were embarrassingly bad. The only good parts were Rosie and Tanya - decent voices and comedic timing. There was none of the energy, flamboyance of even happiness that you associate with ABBA. Would not see it again and have to write an apology note to the in-laws for dragging them to see it.
