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Mamma Mia! tickets

The ABBA musical at the Novello Theatre · in London since 1999

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Tower Bridge over the Thames by day, with the towers of the City of London behind

Tickets for Mamma Mia! at the Novello Theatre on Aldwych. You choose the date and performance in the calendar; the show lasts about 2 hours 35 minutes including a 15-minute interval.

from €26.23 / person

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  • Voucher by email
  • No printing needed

What to expect

A night at the Novello

The songs

Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus wrote the music and lyrics. You hear ABBA hits such as “Dancing Queen”, “Money, Money, Money”, “Take a Chance on Me”, “Super Trouper”, “The Winner Takes It All” and the title song.

The story

On the eve of her wedding in Greece, Sophie wants to find out who her real father is. Behind her mother Donna's back she has invited three men from Donna's past.

The theatre

Mamma Mia! opened in London in 1999 at the Prince Edward Theatre and has played at the Novello Theatre on Aldwych since 2012.

Good to know

Before your night at Mamma Mia!

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Getting there

The Novello Theatre is on Aldwych, London WC2B 4LD, at the eastern end of the West End. The nearest Tube stations are Covent Garden, Charing Cross and Holborn, and the nearest train station is Charing Cross. The Lion King at the Lyceum and Six on the Strand are both a few minutes away.

Doors and the evening

Doors, bars and foyers open 45 minutes before the performance. There are security and bag checks on arrival, so arrive early. Alcohol and items that could be considered dangerous cannot be brought into the theatre. A cloakroom is available for a small fee, subject to space. The show lasts about 2 hours 35 minutes including a 15-minute interval.

With children

Mamma Mia! is recommended for ages 5 and over. Children under 3 are not admitted, and everyone needs their own ticket, whatever their age. Anyone under 16 must sit next to a ticket holder who is at least 18. You may be asked for proof of identity or age.

Vouchers and cancellation

Your voucher for Mamma Mia! comes by email after booking and needs no printing; take a valid photo ID with you to the Novello Theatre. Once booked, the tickets cannot be cancelled or changed, so go through date, time and seats before you pay. The way to the theatre by Tube is described under Plan your visit.

Official box office

Delfont Mackintosh Theatres, which runs the Novello Theatre, has the official box office. Tickets bought there come straight from the Novello Theatre.

Questions about Mamma Mia!

Where is Mamma Mia! on in London? +

At the Novello Theatre, Aldwych, London WC2B 4LD. The nearest Tube stations are Covent Garden, Charing Cross and Holborn.

How long is Mamma Mia!? +

About 2 hours 35 minutes including a 15-minute interval.

What is Mamma Mia! about? +

A wedding in Greece and a search for a father. Sophie invites three men from her mother's past to find out which of them is her dad. Catherine Johnson wrote the story around the songs of ABBA.

What age is Mamma Mia! suitable for? +

From 5. Children under 3 are not admitted, everyone needs their own ticket, and under-16s must sit next to a ticket holder aged at least 18.

Which ABBA songs are in Mamma Mia!? +

Among others “Dancing Queen”, “Does Your Mother Know”, “Money, Money, Money”, “Take a Chance on Me”, “Super Trouper”, “The Winner Takes It All” and the title song.

How long has Mamma Mia! been on in London? +

Since 1999. It opened at the Prince Edward Theatre and moved to the Novello Theatre in 2012.

Are there special effects? +

Yes, the production contains flashing lights.

Can I cancel my ticket? +

No. Tickets for Mamma Mia! cannot be cancelled or changed once booked, so pick the date, time and seats with care.

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