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Mid East Info
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mid East Info
CAST REVEALED FOR HIGHLY ANTICIPATED ABU DHABI PREMIERE OF MAMMA MIA THIS JUNE! - Middle East Business News and Information
Meet the star-studded lineup bringing the iconic musical to life at Etihad Arena Abu Dhabi, UAE: The smash-hit musical MAMMA MIA! is bringing a dazzling wave of feel-good energy to Abu Dhabi this summer, from 11–22 June at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, brought to life by a star-studded cast. Taking center stage as the fiercely lovable Donna Sheridan is West End powerhouse Steph Parry , joined by rising star Ellie Kingdon as Sophie Sheridan, the spirited bride-to-be who sets the story in motion. Rounding out the trio of leading men are Richard Standing as Sam Carmichael, Stuart Reid as Harry Bright, and William Hazell as Father Alexander, each bringing heart, humor, and just the right dose of nostalgia to this unforgettable story. With a vibrant cast and crew of over 30 performers, the Abu Dhabi run promises sun-soaked stages, sequined jumpsuits, and all the ABBA anthems fans know and love — from Dancing Queen to Super Trouper, Voulez-Vous and beyond. Directed by Phyllida Lloyd and produced by Judy Craymer , Richard East , and Björn Ulvaeus , MAMMA MIA! is a global sensation that has captivated more than 65 million people worldwide . Full schedule of the show below : 11 June, 2025 Wednesday Performance 19:30 12 June, 2025 Thursday Performance 19:30 13 June, 2025 Friday Pre-Show Bites & Bubbles 16:30 Performance 19:30 14 June, 2025 Saturday Performance 13:00 Pre-Show Bites & Bubbles 16:00 Performance 19:00 15 June, 2025 Sunday Performance 13:00 Performance 18:00 16 June, 2025 Monday Day off 19 June, 2025 Thursday Performance 19:30 20 June, 2025 Friday Pre-Show Bites & Bubbles 16:30 Performance 19:30 21 June, 2025 Saturday Performance 13:00 Pre-Show Bites & Bubbles 16:00 Performance 19:00 22 June, 2025 Sunday Performance 13:00 Performance 18:00 Tickets are available today via and with prices ranging from AED 125 (on weekdays) to AED 1,100 (on weekends). Dates: June 11–22, 2025 Location: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi About Proactiv Entertainment: Proactiv Entertainment is a global promoter and producer of large-scale shows, international exhibitions and music concerts. With headquarters in Barcelona, and offices in Madrid and Abu Dhabi, Proactiv Entertainment has more than thirty years of experience in the entertainment sector. Our projects include internationally recognized shows such as Broadway's The Lion King, Disney On Ice, Disney Live!, Star Wars in Concert, Marvel Universe Live, Peppa Pig's Adventure, Harlem Globetrotters, WWE, Monster Jam and successful exhibitions like FC Barcelona The Exhibition and Meet Vincent Van Gogh. Moreover, Proactiv Entertainment also has a long tradition in music having collaborated with artists like Andrea Bocelli, Maluma or Enrique Iglesias. As the company grew, an international expansion began first in the Middle East, and later into North and South America and the rest of Europe, where we have organized and produced original shows for a wide variety of audiences. About The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi's culture and tourism sectors and its creative industries, fuelling economic progress and helping to achieve Abu Dhabi's wider global ambitions. By working in partnership with the organisations that define the emirate's position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate's potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies and systems to support the culture and tourism industries. DCT Abu Dhabi's vision is defined by the emirate's people, heritage and landscape. We work to enhance Abu Dhabi's status as a place of authenticity, innovation, and unparalleled experiences, represented by its living traditions of hospitality, pioneering initiatives and creative thought. About Yas Island: Located on the golden shores of Abu Dhabi – just 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and 50 minutes from Dubai, Yas Island offers holidaymakers a diverse mix of leisure and entertainment experiences. From award- Winning theme parks such as Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, and Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi to incredible attractions such as the record-breaking CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, and the thrilling Yas Marina Circuit (home to the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX™), visitors are bound to discover a world of entertainment options all within the 25 sq. km island. Yas Island boasts world-class shopping at Abu Dhabi's largest mall Yas Mall, superb dining at Yas Bay Waterfront, Abu Dhabi's vibrant day to night attraction and award-winning golf at Yas Links golf course. The island offers a year-round line-up of spectacular musical, entertainment and family events and houses ten incredible hotels, including W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, and The WB™ Abu Dhabi, the world's first Warner Bros. themed hotel. With more than 165 dining experiences, the destination also features indoor and outdoor concert venues including WHITE Abu Dhabi and Etihad Arena – all of which are complemented by a range of visitor services that connect all attractions to one another. With the recent opening of SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the region's first Marine Life Theme Park, Yas Island continues to add more attractions to its incredible roster.
What's On
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Mamma Mia! in Abu Dhabi: Timings, tickets, and cast updates
Of marvellous musicals in the capital… If you've been following all the updates on you'll have learnt that fabulous musical Mamma Mia! is all set to take over the Etihad Arena on Yas Island from June 11 to 22. The live spectacle has been globetrotting for nearly 25 years, grabbing the eyeballs of over 65 million fans across 50 productions. It has even been translated into 16 different languages, which speaks volumes of its global appeal. Who's coming to town? London's West End star Steph Parry will shine as Donna in the production, with rising talent Ellie Kingdon playing Sophie, the bride-to-be. Richard Standing, Stuart Reid, and William Hazell bring their wit and fun to the stage, and with a total of over 30 performers, the show is set against sun-soaked backdrops and sparkling costumes. It's directed by renowned English director Phyllida Lloyd, CBE. Show timings From Wednesday, June 11, through to Friday June 13, shows begin at 7.30pm, while on the weekend, there are performances at 1pm in addition to evening shows (7pm on June 14, 6pm on June 15). You can go back for an encore on Thursday, June 19 and on Friday, June 20 with 7.30pm shows, before the curtains fall on Mamma Mia! in Abu Dhabi with 1pm shows on the closing weekend followed by evening performances (7pm on June 21 and 6pm on June 22). What's On? For the uninitiated, Mamma Mia! tells the tale of a mother and her daughter on the hunt to find her dad before her wedding, with the situation being that 'dad', could be one of three possible candidates. The drama unfolds on a Greek island, with plenty of ABBA's iconic tunes. Images: supplied Yes, the Stockholm-based ABBA, who dominated radio waves for years and years. Not to go off on a tangent, but that means you'll be able to sing along to some of the band's greatest hits, including Money Money Money , Dancing Queen, Voulez-Vous, Lay All Your Love On Me, Thank You For the Music, and more. Finding further fame as the highest-grossing live-action musical film of all time with its 2008 film adaptation, Mamma Mia! followed up its initial big-screen success with a sequel a decade later. Tickets Tickets to the award-winning production are now available, and are priced from Dhs125 on weekdays, and Dhs200 on weekends. Mamma Mia!, Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, June 11 to 22, from Dhs125. Tel: (600) 511 115. > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
