Composer

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Benny Andersson

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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2:50

"Mamma Mia" is a musical that was composed by Benny Andersson, a Swedish musician and composer. The musical premiered on April 6, 1999, at the Prince Edward Theatre in London's West End. It was written by Catherine Johnson and directed by Phyllida Lloyd. The musical is based on the songs of the Swedish pop group ABBA, which was formed in 1972. The story revolves around a young woman named Sophie who is about to get married and wants to find out who her father is. She invites three men who could potentially be her father to her wedding, without her mother's knowledge. The musical is set on a Greek island and features many of ABBA's most popular songs, including "Dancing Queen," "Take a Chance on Me," and of course, "Mamma Mia." The musical is divided into two acts, each with several movements. Act One begins with the song "Overture," which sets the tone for the show. The first movement is "Prologue," which introduces the characters and the setting. The second movement is "Honey, Honey," which is sung by Sophie and her friends as they prepare for her wedding. The third movement is "Money, Money, Money," which is sung by Donna, Sophie's mother, as she struggles to keep her hotel afloat. The fourth movement is "Thank You for the Music," which is sung by Sophie's potential fathers as they arrive on the island. The fifth movement is "Mamma Mia," which is sung by Donna and her friends as they reminisce about their past. The sixth movement is "Chiquitita," which is sung by Donna's friends as they try to comfort her. Act Two begins with the song "Entr'acte," which sets the tone for the second half of the show. The first movement is "Under Attack," which is sung by Sophie and her friends as they try to figure out what to do about the situation with her potential fathers. The second movement is "One of Us," which is sung by Donna as she reflects on her past. The third movement is "SOS," which is sung by Donna and her friends as they try to figure out what to do about the situation with Sophie's potential fathers. The fourth movement is "Does Your Mother Know," which is sung by Tanya, one of Donna's friends, as she flirts with one of Sophie's potential fathers. The fifth movement is "Slipping Through My Fingers," which is sung by Donna as she reflects on her relationship with Sophie. The sixth movement is "The Winner Takes It All," which is sung by Donna as she confronts one of Sophie's potential fathers. The final movement is "Take a Chance on Me," which is sung by one of Sophie's potential fathers as he tries to win Donna's heart. Overall, "Mamma Mia" is a fun and upbeat musical that features some of ABBA's most popular songs. The story is heartwarming and the characters are relatable, making it a favorite among audiences of all ages.

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