Mamma Mia!

I would have written a review back in early 2007 if I have discovered Unilocal sooner but hey better late than never! :)
I was fully entertained. The casts can really sing. I give it a four stars since the 3 women next to me was damn loud clapping and singing along to the song. Agh!
Anyway, I truly enjoyed the whole musical. I just can’t understand why the 1 and 2 stars given by some.
Too bad its closed now, I would love to go see it again,

Worse musical I’ve ever seen so far. Wicked, Hairspray, and Phantom will make this show look sooooo bad, it’ll start to cry and crumble.
Really, wtf! The entire musical revolves around these two «blocks» that they keep rotating as a means to change scenes. I’m a fan of Mamma Mia after watching the movie and was sooo disappointed when I saw this musical. Apparently, at least some of the scenes are lip synced. On top of that, the leading lady wore a midriff and has a gut. Eww.
We stayed at Mandalay Bay, so were given discounted tickets. Got the best seats for only $ 50, but I would really rather invest that $ 50 into buying Blu-​Ray versions of the movie. No joke!

Utter crap. Some shows (see Phantom) can perhaps be excused if you’re not used to seeing live shows. Not this one. It was just horrible. The stage was smallish, but that wasn’t bad, because it’s a small set — really just one building that alters shape into a few arrangements. Even the theater wasn’t bad. The seats themselves weren’t terribly comfortable, but it’s not a long show, so it was bearable.
The real problem here was the show itself. I’ve seen Mamma Mia a number of times live, and all were generally about the same. I’ve even seen the movie, and while it was definitely different, it was at least okay (Pierce Brosnan’s voice notwithstanding). This was just horrible.
Since the focus on this show is the songs, and how they take everyone back and all, you’d think they could do better, right? Wrong. Here, rather than having a band, or even a typical orchestra, it sounded like the entire show was done by one guy with a synthesizer. The voices of the performers may not have been too bad, but that made all the songs just sound so… wrong. It threw everything off and made it really bad. As not-​good as the movie was, this was so much worse. Save your money.

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so cute! the story is a bit cheesy, but the songs are so fun! «dancing queen» just made me think of our AJ singing karaōke at 25si. i only knew less than half the songs, but i still loved the show. it’s just really «cute». i went with a girlfriend which was a good thing. i wouldn’t make a guy see this show.
my favorite part was in the end, after the curtain call, they came back and performed 3 – 4 of their most popular songs. it was like being at an ABBA concert!
my gripe: you know you’re in vegas when the concession stand isn’t really a concession stand. they only serve cold drinks… like alcohol. when we asked for hot tea or coffee (which i needed because the theater was ice cold) they said no hot drinks. ugh.

Essential the same scene over and over again with an ABBA song thrown in there for good measure. Was a frustrating show to watch as the characters fear of confrontation was evident in every scene. I’m wondering how this is a «smash hit»?
If you HAVE to check it out go to
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This was actually my very first Vegas show, I can’t believe it took me this long to finally see one. I ordered the tickets on-​line, they were having a special, buy one get one free, so I couldn’t pass it up. I had been wanting to see it for a while. I ordered the tickets so far in advance that we were sitting third row center!
The show was great, especially the music. I was a little disappointed with the set though, some of the scenes could have had better props. The songs meshed well with the story line, and I really enjoyed the costumes. This musical makes you want to jump up and start dancing in the aisles, especially the song at the end.

This is my third time seeing Mamma Mia!, the other two being in Toronto and San Francisco. Taking advantage of their summer specials, the Big F and I went to check it out a couple of weeks ago.
Since I was already familiar with the music and script, I was really looking forward to the stage set-​up. I figure with it being a Vegas show, they would have really gone all out on the stage. I was wrong. It was very basic, and reminded me of a high school stage. I thought the props would be more artistic beyond what they did. Perhaps my expectations were too high, and that’s why they fall short.
Sure, I enjoy the story, music, and entertainment of it all… it’s just the Las Vegas production left me disappointed.
It’s definitely a two hour plus show, which I think is a good thing. (I hate when productions are cut short ‘cuz I feel jipped!) It’s definitely not worth the price though!
The theater is actually smaller than I thought and the nose bleeder seats are really not that far back.
And if you have to use the restrooms during the intermission, leave the theater! They’ll let you back in as long as you have your ticket and you won’t be standing in that ridiculous line. This applies to the men as well.
Word is, it’s their last summer in Vegas anyway. Just as well with the movie coming out soon!

I liked this much better than I expected that I would. I am not really an ABBA fan so I never had much interest in seeing this. But, free tickets tend to spark interest in me so we decided to go. It was a bit corny and the plot was fairly weak, but the production looked nice and the songs were pretty good. I was interested in seeing how they used the songs. I thought the three main actresses were very good, particularly the two «friends» of the main star because they had all the best comedic parts.
The seats were comfortable and we had plenty of cocktails. The bathroom lines at intermission were very long and the drink lines took a while but we still were able to accomplish both. I don’t know if I would see it again, and I am not sure I would have enjoyed it as much if the tickets were not free, but it was a pretty fun show.

Better than average.
It was pretty entertaining, and a good way to spend a night out. I was totally the youngest person in the audience, but still enjoyed it. I would rather see a cirque show, and I wouldn’t see this again, but it’s worth seeing it once I guess — -it’s definitely not for everyone… so girls, leave the BF or hubby at the craps tables!

Thank goodness I found a deal on Travelzoo for 50%.
This show is SO not worth full price.
The dramatic portion of the show drew us in to stay, but the songs were awkwardly placed and not really showcased well.
Set: Pedestrian & boring.
Be prepared for a long show: 2+ hours.

I think this is a show that for mid ages people. People that is teen back in the 1970’s. Not a show for me or young people. Story is lame and I feel that they trying to hard to be funny sometime. I will not recommend anyone to go see this show that is in my age 20 – 30.
If you are into 70’s yes this will be a show for you.

While sitting at the slot machine with my fiancé, a young couple came up to me and asked if we’d like free tickets to see Mamma Mia. Huh, is this one of those timeshare thing or some kind of scam? She could sense the hesitation on my face and explained to us that her mother was a high roller and got some free tickets to see the show. They had 2 extra ones and thought they would give them away. She said Allen and I looked like a nice couple so she picked us! Wow, maybe I didn’t hit the jackpot or won at the slots, but I got lucky with those tickets! Front center row seats (5^th row) at $ 110 per ticket.
I love ABBA’s music. After all, I grew up with it (Oh shut up, I know I am old!). But I never thought I’d go see Mamma Mia or enjoy the show. I couldn’t be more wrong! I LOVED IT!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you for the free tickets! The acting was a little too forced and the story line predictable. Nevertheless, the singing, dancing, and performance were fantastic! At the end I was actually moved to tears!
There was no acrobat or magic tricks, but definitely an entertaining Broadway show worth seeing.

well — there is a 2 for 1
coupon — which is great cause I ended up in the front row center section.
the plot is so-​so. the story is cheesy– but if you can get past that, then the music, singing and dancing is perfect. The performances are outstanding.
I prefer KA, O, mystere, david copperfield… even le reve. But if you are looking for traditional broadway then is maybe it. Much better than avenue q or rent.

Very blah… so not Vegas. The New York and Los Angeles productions of these ABBA songs were 10x better.
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If you’re older, it’s a must see! I saw people 40+ having a great time, dancing to the music, dying to give standing ovations and as we left were saying «let’s watch this again!» Maybe the music brings back the good times.
I thought the music was great, but something about the story line, jokes, stage props, intermission and some singing left me feeling unsatisfied.
Tip: We were able to get very good seats for $ 50 at the «tickets half off» place where Coca Cola is on the Vegas strip.
Tip2: Don’t know if this is allowed, but I saw people spotting open seats and changed to them during intermission.

WARNING: This is a cheesy review from the greatest ABBA fan in the world. The greatest straight male ABBA fan in the world.
This show inspires me when I’m «Under Attack». 2 shows a night for the cast, so they’re «Super Troupers». The show is pricey, it’ll cost a lot of «Money, Money, Money». But it’s a fun show, great story, great acting, and you’ll say, «Thank You for the Music». If you see me at Mandalay Bay, «Take a Chance on Me» and come along on a date with me to watch «Mamma Mia».
So to all my little «Honey Honey“‘s, «I Have a Dream» that this show will stay at Mandalay Bay for a long time because if not, «One of Us» will be very sad. But if you want to see a cute story about a mother and a daughter, «The Name of the Game» is to watch «Mamma Mia». It’s fun, alive, hysterical. You won’t lose with this show, like Napoleon at «Waterloo». You’ll sing along, you’ll be a «Dancing Queen».
There are many shows in Las Vegas and on Broadway, but this one is «The Winner Takes it All». «Does You Mother Know» any ABBA songs, do you know any ABBA songs? After watching this show, you’ll say «Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!» at your local store to buy ABBA CD’s. «Knowing Me, Knowing You», I own them all.
EPILOGUE: I expect to get slammed for this review. Prepare your statements and insults, because I have already signaled an «S.O.S.»

«Would you like to go to a show while in Vegas?»
Me: «Uh, OK, sure.»
«Do you like Abba?»
Me «I dunno, I guess so. I like at least that one song.»
«Let’s go, then. It’s s’posed to be great.»
Me: «What the hay, nothing to lose…»
Except the two hours you’ll never see again.
And the money, of course.
Plus the potential aneurysm you may suffer once you realize what you’re in for.
This is a slow death oozing synthetic sentiment and crusty narrative caterwauling wrapped in sugary, caffeinated harmonies.
Go if ABBA does it for you; if jukebox musicals are your thing. Or, watch fish swim around the casinos for a more compelling time. Or watch the valet at work. Or just find a better show. I am still looking…

Show: What a fanastic and fun show! Im only familiar with 2 Abba songs so most of the songs in the musical Ive never heard before.
I liked Mamma Mia though, eventhough Im not an Abba fan. The story line was touching and funny and the cast was so energetic! This musical is defintely a great adult musical full of comedy and white spandex pants! I also liked how at the end of the musical, the cast was interactive with the audience. (Yes the rumors are true… you really will stand up and dance at the end).
Price: Not sure since I didn’t pay for tickets but I have seen discounted tickets on
Location: In Mandalay Bay

Something is wrong with me.
Now, I know I am not the most «normal» person I know but something is really wrong with me.
I love Abba. LOVE LOVE ABBA. I sang all of Abba’s songs as a child, and have never turned my back on them, even after they disbanded. My first tape was an ABBA tape. My first record was an ABBA record. LOVE them, so I will say — that is prerequisite #1 to truly enjoy Mamma Mia.
But that is not what’s wrong with me.
I have now watched THIS show, the Vegas Mamma Mia show, a total of FIVE TIMES. I kid you not — five freakin’ times. And… (hiding head in shame) I loved it all five times! The last two times, at least I did not start tearing at the end of the show (I’m telling you, I am NOT normal!) but I was still gleeful and on a high when the show ended. Furthermore — I even watched the SF Mamma Mia. Once, though.
Folks, this is not a show where you come out with your life changed, and there is no deep meaning. It is almost silly — very light, but FUN FUN FUN, and just an enjoyable time. The cast is extremely talented, and some of them are truly amazing singers with outstanding voices.
I’ve sat as close as 3 rows back from the orchestra, and all the way back to the second floor seatings, and while the view was that much better in row 3 — — I found the acoustics to be better further back.
Given the fact I have watched it so many times, I will say that the mood of the whole show is largely determined by the audience — — I have been there on some nights when it was like every single ABBA whore was there that night (like me, or even worse) and we all go apeshit at the end, dancing to no end, many women sobbing through smiles, and everyone singing like CRAZY. And 1 or 2 shows were more subdued with an older, more mannered crowd, but I think that applies to any musical.
If you are looking for a FUN time with a talented cast, and great music, good laughs and just good humor — — try out Mamma Mia at the Mandalay Bay. In spite of the mediocre ratings some people have given this show — — I think they just expected the wrong thing. Yeah, the SF show was good — but this is a Vegas show. It’s more about having a great time than doing a serious production, British-​style. It’s a great twist, in my opinion, to the original.
That said — I am due to go to the SF Mamma Mia (which is comin’ back in September 07) and still have to go to the Vegas one ONCE MORE… but that’s it. NO MORE MAMMA MIA FOR ME after that.
Even I have to draw the line at 8 times of watching one show, hahahahah… unless, of course, I go to Broadway. Then, all bets are off!

You have got to be kidding me!
I guess I understand why this show stays open. It’s all about the music. Everyone seems to friggin’ love ABBA. But what is this musical about really… I’ll tell you what it’s about… it’s about an hour and an half of my life I’ll never get back… NEVER! Maybe that’s a little harsh, the music isn’t bad, but my 3 year old nephew Milo could have written a better script and he has yet to learn the alphabet, just little scribbles. (so cute.)
That being said… even though I don’t get it. It’s a crowd pleaser. It’s a story about a girl who’s getting married and wants her dad, whom she’s never met, to walk her down the aisle. Problem is there are 3 possible father’s…looks like Mamma got around. And Mamma, well she owns a Taverna and needs «Money, Money, Money» (yup, that’s how they use the songs, thank god ABBA didn’t write a tune about using the toilet, I’m sure they would’a found a way to use that too.) There you have it… you either like or you don’t. I didn’t. I would sooner send you to the Rio’s Show In The Sky, it’s free and they throw beads in your face, instead of implausible plot points… I don’t know which hurts more though.