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misterKeno
07-20-2008, 04:18 PM
It plays at 7:30pm during the week.
It plays twice on Saturday.

It stirs the imagination & hearts alike.

IT is Mamma Mia!

You know a show is good when it sticks in your mind for hours (after you've left the theater.)

You know a show is GREAT when it sticks in your mind for days & weeks. In addition, tons of people are smiling, singing, and so energized as they exit the theater that onlookers marvel & say to themself "WOW, that must be a heck of a show" as one lady did indeed to Steve as we left.

The broadway show - now in its' (i think) 5th year at MB is a compilation of catchy ABBA tunes & the storyline of Sophie. Sophie, a girl who is just days from her wedding with one wish - to have her father walk her down the aisle. Takes place in the Greek Isles. Friends, family, and more join in. Only problem... Sophie doesnt know who her true dad is. Three men show up at the resort... THE THREE men who had a fling with Sophie's mother 20 years ago.

A feel good story envelops you with some great acting and, of course, the music of ABBA. You're going to hear a ton of music with the backup of an orchestra at the MB theater. The lyrics, they're sung by the actors and actresses themself. So, dont worry - no lip sync stuff here, lol. Get ready for MAMMA MIA, DANCING QUEEN, (a really moving) WINNER TAKES IT ALL, TAKE A CHANCE ON ME. Then there's GIMME GIMME GIMME!, NAME OF THE GAME. Next SOS. Finally (not in any sort of order, lol), is a cool CHIQUITITA.

I'll be honest with you - there were at least 2 songs - that i DIDNT even know where ABBA songs. A novelty thing for sure. The cast was great & i must mention a special praise for actress Kelly Daniels. She plays the leading role. Undeniable energy, grace, and wow-factor @ the very end. She (and the whole cast) give it all they got ......... and, so, everyone's standing & cheering at the end.

I havent seen many plays/musicals... but i loved this one. If you're skeptical about seeing something that's "broadway-like" while in town... dont be. It's a heck of a show.

Eventually the story does unfold and the three 'potential fathers', Harry Bright, Sam Carmichael, and Bill Austin delite audiences as they...


( want to know what happens? GO SEE THE SHOW!!! )

mK

Steve
07-20-2008, 06:25 PM
Mama Mia is a great show. I just saw the movie and I really enjoyed it also with all the added scenery and additional performers. I have to say I like the LIVE version much better.

Steve

YSinAppleton
07-21-2008, 06:53 AM
"Mamma Mia" is one of my favorite Vegas shows, if not my favorite. I've seen it four times (not all in Vegas). I'm planning on seeing the movie too, although I am not a fan of Meryl Streep so I'm afraid she will ruin the movie for me. Does she do a decent job with the part? I don't think she sings and neither does Pierce as far as I know, so I suppose the music will be dubbed into the movie.

court811
07-21-2008, 07:03 AM
"Mamma Mia" is one of my favorite Vegas shows, if not my favorite. I've seen it four times (not all in Vegas). I'm planning on seeing the movie too, although I am not a fan of Meryl Streep so I'm afraid she will ruin the movie for me. Does she do a decent job with the part? I don't think she sings and neither does Pierce as far as I know, so I suppose the music will be dubbed into the movie.

I thought Meryl did a great job, but she was a bit old for the part IMO. Poor Pierce is a good actor but can't sing worth a lick. The best singer was the girl who played Sophie. All in all, loved the movie, but they needed a 40 something actress to play Donna, not a 60 something one.

YSinAppleton
07-21-2008, 07:06 AM
I was thinking that too - Donna should be 40 something. So they did do their own singing then?? Surprised to hear that.

Steve
07-21-2008, 08:04 AM
I couldn't see how Streep would pull this role but she did. I think it was her own singing voice and it wasn't bad. Brosnon appeared to be statuesque when he sang.

Steve

FL Mary
07-21-2008, 05:11 PM
I love the stage show and have seen it twice. I saw the movie this weekend and enjoyed it as well. Nothing compares to live theater but this movie was good and I will see it again. I thought Meryl Streep has a great voice. Her "Winner Takes It All" was fantastic.

GREGRIO
07-21-2008, 06:15 PM
CAROL LINNEA JOHNSON (Donna Sheridan) and the 'Star' of the Las Vegas MAMMA MIA has a wonderful, emotionally moving version of "Winner Takes It All"...
I've seen her in tears before when she sings that song and usually get a
standing ovation...she's very cool.

I LOVE MAMMA MIA, and THANK YOU Matthew! for mentioning that
KELLY DANIELLS is back with the Show!...she's my favorite.
The roll of Sophie Sheridan 'floats'...they change to let other young actresses
get exposure. I've seen about 4 'Shophies'. LIBBY WINTERS was the last one
I saw when KELLY left to pursue another project...SO GLAD SHE'S BACK!
I'm seeing it again in September with that... littl' ol' gal from Texas here on the board. Dels' never seen MAMMA MIA and I so glad she's going to see one of
the best casts they've ever had!

I bet...just maybe...they extend the run of the Show at Mandalay Bay if the
success of the MAMMA movie does well, but just in case...if you haven't seen
it...catch it if you can, it's just WONDERFUL!

MATTHEW...KELLY IS FROM SACRAMENTO TOO!

Jacqui, Duskette8
07-22-2008, 04:57 AM
I loved Mamma Mia at the Mandalay Bay and I really, really hope they extend it so I can get to see it again. I had front row centre tickets and it was amazing. Thanks for your review Matthew, it brought it all back to me.

I have arranged to go see the movie tomorrow night with a crowd of girls from work (there are around 30 of us going) but I fear it won't be as good as the live show in Vegas (or anywhere else, but especially Vegas ;)). I'm sure it'll be fun but it won't be Vegas!

GREGRIO
07-22-2008, 06:55 AM
Aww, POWERHOUSE GIRLS NIGHT OUT! You'll have FUN Jacqui...
(how you gonna get everyone in yo car !?!)

I'm sure the movie is quite entertaining, but you're right...
theres nothing like a LIVE performance, LIVE band, and all the energy
from the audience!

YOU CAN DANCE
YOU CAN JIVE
HAVING THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE
SEE THAT GIRL
WATCH THAT SCENE
DIGGIN' THE DANCING QUEEN!

Jacqui, Duskette8
07-24-2008, 12:25 AM
Aww, POWERHOUSE GIRLS NIGHT OUT! You'll have FUN Jacqui...
(how you gonna get everyone in yo car !?!)




Easy Greg.... I'll just put the top down and sqeeeeeeeze... :p


It sounds like you liked Mamma Mia as much as you like Danny Gans Matthew! I hope to get to see it again in Vegas soon!

GREGRIO
07-24-2008, 06:02 AM
Hmmm, I've been slapped before when I've tried that on the girls...

Jacqui, Duskette8
07-25-2008, 12:36 AM
Hmmm, I've been slapped before when I've tried that on the girls...


:D:D:D

Our movie night is postponed 'till next Friday so I'll tell you if I managed to get them all in then!