Benny Andersson News

MAMMA MIA! opened at Broadway's Winter Garden Theatre on October 18, 2001, and has become one of the most successful musicals of all time anywhere in the world, celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. In September of this year, MAMMA MIA! becomes the 10th longest running show in Broadway history and MAMMA MIA! The Movie is the most successful live musical film of all time.

Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to Atlanta in November as a special to the Broadway Across America - Atlanta 2011-12 season.

Susan Boyle, the unpretentious Scot who surprised the world on Britain's Got Talent, has released her latest single from her upcoming third album Someone to Watch Over Me. The album will be released on SYCO/Columbia Records on Tuesday, November 1. Watch the just released music video to 'You Have to Be There' below!

Tonight Mamma Mia and Hard Rock Cafe join together in the heart of Times Square to throw the ultimate Rok Chick Supremo Party with a silent auction featuring signed memorabilia, tickets to the 10th Anniversary Performanc on October 18, and much more! There is a $10 suggested donation at the door; donations and proceeds from the silent auction will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation® (BCRF).

Don't miss your chance to see the International Tour of "MAMMA MIA!" at Grand Canal Theatre today through 15 Oct 2011.

Chess opened on Wednesday, September 28th in Toronto after enjoying a sold-out tour in the UK. This lavish new production comes direct from England, and will play a limited engagement in Toronto before heading to London's West End. Directed by Strictly Come Dancing's Craig Revel Horwood and featuring a cast of some of the UK's most talented stage actors, the production is a feast for the eyes and ears. Sir Tim Rice was in Toronto for opening night, and BWW was on hand to bring you pictures of the curtain call.

On October 4, MAMMA MIA! and Hard Rock Café join together in the heart of Times Square to throw the ultimate 'Rock Chick Supremo Party,' with a silent auction featuring signed memorabilia, tickets to the 10th Anniversary Performance on October 18, and much more! There is a $10 suggested donation at the door; donations and proceeds from the silent auction will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF).

A chess game between international masters takes on larger meaning in the award-winning 1980s rock opera 'Chess,' which is currently touring the UK.

Chess opens tomorrow in Toronto, fresh off a sold out UK tour. The production will play until the end of October when it ventures off to London's West End. In honour of opening night, Mirvish Productions is hosting a special Twitter Q&A with none other than lyricist Sir Tim Rice. BWW will be on hand to give you all the details of the event.

One of the world's most loved musicals MAMMA MIA!, based on music by ABBA, will run for eight performances, October 25-30, at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach. Carolyn and Richard Sloane are sponsoring this presentation of MAMMA MIA! at the Kravis Center, which is currently 'Celebrating 20 Years of Artistic Excellence and Commitment to the Community.'

A chess game between international masters takes on larger meaning in the award-winning 1980s rock opera 'Chess,' which is currently touring the UK. The next stop is Toronto's Princess of Wales Theatre, where it will open on September 24 before a run in London's West End.

To celebrate 10 dazzling years on Broadway this October MAMMA MIA! launches the new 'Rock Chick Supremo' T-shirt to coincide with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Returning to the very same format that made him internationally famous - and, to many, infamous; with the same network that brought AMERICAN IDOL by way of POP IDOL to the USA - Fox; alongside the compatriot IDOL judge whose palpable rapport with him made them one of TV's unlikeliest couples - Paula Abdul; yes, indeed - with last night's grandiose season premiere of THE X FACTOR on Fox, Simon Cowell proved why he is one of the most powerful forces in the entertainment industry and why he is the sole reason to watch reality competition programming on any level. THE VOICE hasn't got a note on THE X FACTOR - and, most of all, IDOL is mere idolatry compared to the solid gold Buddha of Simon. THE X FACTOR delivered on its promise and hype - and how!

Susan Boyle, the unpretentious Scot who surprised the world on Britain's Got Talent, has released her latest single from her upcoming third album Someone to Watch Over Me. The album will be released on SYCO/Columbia Records on Tuesday, November 1. Listen to 'You Have to Be There' below!

Celebrate the 10th Broadway anniversary of the smash hit musical MAMMA MIA! with the Broadway stars at a special one-night only sing-along screening of MAMMA MIA! THE MOVIE at New York's legendary Ziegfeld Theatre (141 West 54th Street) on Tuesday, September 20 at 7:30pm.

Kravis Center Kicks-Off 20th Anniversary Season in October with Knuffle Bunny & k.d. lang, Sesame Street Live, Brundibár & MAMMA MIA!

New York City's iconic Magnolia Bakery takes center stage as it unveils the official cupcake of MAMMA MIA!, toasting the smash hit musical becoming the 10th longest running show in Broadway history in its landmark 10th anniversary year.

Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' global hit musical MAMMA MIA! celebrated another milestone during its landmark 10th Anniversary year last night, September 14, when it became the 10th longest-running show in Broadway history, surpassing the record previously held by landmark musical Miss Saigon (4,097 performances). BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration and brings you photo coverage below!

One of the world's most loved musicals MAMMA MIA!, based on music by ABBA, will run for eight performances, October 25-30, at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach. Carolyn and Richard Sloane are sponsoring this presentation of MAMMA MIA! at the Kravis Center, which is currently 'Celebrating 20 Years of Artistic Excellence and Commitment to the Community.'

Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' global hit musical MAMMA MIA! celebrates another milestone during its landmark 10th Anniversary year today, September 14, when it becomes the 10th longest-running show in Broadway history, surpassing the record previously held by landmark musical Miss Saigon (4,097 performances).