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MAMMA MIA! Offers Movie Sing-Along, 9/20
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 7, 2011

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 Presents MAMMA MIA!
by Beau Higgins - Sep 7, 2011

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.'

MAMMA MIA! Now Booking Through October 2012
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 2, 2011

The global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA! at London's Prince of Wales Theatre has announced a new booking period with tickets for the show now on sale until 20 October 2012.

Susan Boyle to Release Third Album: SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER ME, 11/1
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 1, 2011

Susan Boyle, the unpretentious Scot who dazzled - and surprised - the world with her hauntingly beautiful voice, returned to NBC's America's Got Talent last night amid a standing ovation to perform 'You Have To Be There' from her upcoming third album, Someone to Watch Over Me, which will be released on SYCO/Columbia Records on Tuesday, November 1.

Photo Flash: MAMMA MIA! Manila Meets the Press
by Oliver Oliveros - Aug 29, 2011

James Cundall, Lunchbox Theatrical Productions chief executive, recently presented British actors Sara Poyzer (Donna Sheridan), Charlotte Wakefield (Sophie Sheridan), Rosie Heath (Ali), Tasha Taylor Johnson (Lisa) and Kelly Edwards to the local media. These lead actors, together with some 30 cast members, will headline MAMMA MIA! at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Main Theatre starting January 24, 2012.

STAGE TUBE: A Look at the CHESS UK Tour
by Lauren Wolman - Aug 20, 2011

The U.K. touring production of CHESS, featuring a company of actor-musicians playing their own accompaniment, is set to open at Toronto's Princess of Wales Theatre Sept. 24. The production will officially open on September 28 and run through Oct. 30 before opening in London's West End.

UK Touring Production of CHESS to Play Toronto; Opens Sept 28
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 19, 2011

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

MAMMA MIA! Returns to the Fox Theatre 11/2-6
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 15, 2011

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.

MAMMA MIA Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Special Events
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 10, 2011

The global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA!, based on the songs of ABBA, is planning a series of 10 live events in the New York area over the 10 weeks leading up to the 10th Anniversary on Broadway this October.

Photo Flash: MAMMA MIA's Current Broadway Cast in Action!
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 7, 2011

Seen by over 45 million people around the world, Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA!, is celebrating its eleventh smash hit year at Broadway's Winter Garden Theatre and remains among Broadway's top selling musicals. The current North American Tour has played over 3,000 performances in over 130 cities with 125 repeat visits.

MAMMA MIA! Ice Cream Summer Saturdays Begin
by BWW News Desk - Jul 2, 2011

MAMMA MIA!, now in its 10th smash year on Broadway, launches the best way to beat the heat this summer with the first MAMMA MIA! Mister Softee Saturdays this Saturday, July 2 at 12:30pm at the Winter Garden Theatre (1634 Broadway).

MAMMA MIA! Ice Cream Summer Saturdays Begin 7/2
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 29, 2011

MAMMA MIA!, now in its 10th smash year on Broadway, launches the best way to beat the heat this summer with the first MAMMA MIA! Mister Softee Saturdays this Saturday, July 2 at 12:30pm at the Winter Garden Theatre (1634 Broadway).

MAMMA MIA - Musical Phenom Returns To Broward Center For One Week Only
by Beau Higgins - Jun 23, 2011

Seen by over 45 million people around the world, Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA!, is celebrating over 4,000 performances in its tenth smash hit year on Broadway'. The current North American Tour has played over 3,600 performances in over 135 cities with 145 repeat visits. The original West End production of MAMMA MIA! is now in its twelfth year and has celebrated over 5,000 performances in London. The international tour has visited more than 50 foreign cities and been seen by 3.7 million people.

MAMMA MIA! Comes To Segerstrom Center for the Arts 6/21-26
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2011

Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus' MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to Segerstrom Center for the Arts June 21 - 26. Tickets start at $23.75 and go on sale Sunday, May 1 at 10 a.m. PST.

MAMMA MIA - Musical Phenom Returns To Broward Center For One Week Only
by Beau Higgins - Jun 16, 2011

Seen by over 45 million people around the world, Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA!, is celebrating over 4,000 performances in its tenth smash hit year on Broadway'. The current North American Tour has played over 3,600 performances in over 135 cities with 145 repeat visits. The original West End production of MAMMA MIA! is now in its twelfth year and has celebrated over 5,000 performances in London. The international tour has visited more than 50 foreign cities and been seen by 3.7 million people.

STAGE TUBE: BWW Goes Inside the MAMMA MIA! Tour!
by Audra Stafford - Jun 15, 2011

Seen by over 45 million people around the world, Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA!, is celebrating over 4,000 performances in its tenth smash hit year at Broadway's Winter Garden Theatre and remains among Broadway's top selling musicals. The current North American Tour has played over 3,600 performances in over 135 cities with 145 repeat visits. BroadwayWorld's Audra Stafford was on the scene for the recent San Diego engagment and brings you an interview with 'Harry Bright' (Paul DeBoy) below!

BWW Reviews: MAMMA MIA! Delights at Broadway San Jose Now Thru June 12th
by Linda Hodges - Jun 9, 2011

Mamma Mia! won't win any prizes for in-depth, philosophical story-telling, but its delightful mix of frothy, bouncy, romantic fun and disco/pop chart hits by ABBA make it a not-to-be missed theatrical event.

MAMMA MIA! Comes To Grand Canal Theatre, Dublin Oct 4-15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 8, 2011

Don't miss your chance to see the International Tour of "MAMMA MIA!" at Grand Canal Theatre from 4-15 Oct 2011.

David Beach, Jordan Dean, John Hemphill & Jacob Pinion Join MAMMA MIA! on June 6
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2011

Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus' MAMMA MIA!, now in its 10th year on Broadway, will welcome new principals John Hemphill, David Beach, Jordan Dean and Jacob Pinion to the Winter Garden Theatre (1634 Broadway) on Monday, June 6, 2011.

Broadway/San Diego Announces 2010-2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2011

Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation, continues its 34th Season of great theatre with a variety of choices for all audiences. We offer the hottest ticket in town to ten of Broadway's best, from classic musicals to rock icons to beloved family fare - not to mention dance!

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