The original was opened April of 1999 in London. On October 18 2001, two years later, it premiered on Broadway. The original premiered April 1999 in London. On October 18 2001, two years later, it was opened on Broadway. Although it did not win any Tony’s in 2002, it has been one of the most popular musicals.

In traditional musical, music is composed based on a story. But, in Mamma Mia, the story was created based on songs. It is a romantic comedy developed along with 22 hit songs of 70’s pop rock group, ABBA.

The story sets in a small Island in Greece.
A single mother, Donna, who owns a bar and a hotel, and her daughter, Sophie are the main characters. Sophie, who is about to be married, wants to find her unknown father. But her secret plan to find her father confronts mother to her past.

Bjorn, a member of ABBA, even commented all songs are almost written for this musical. Indeed the highlight of this musical is that songs and story is perfect match.