MAMA MIA! Dancing Into The Civic Theatre
Mamma Mia! is celebrating 25 dazzling years of musical magic! As the world’s favourite feel-good musical, it has captivated audiences across the globe since its debut in London’s West End.
With over 70 million people having experienced its joyous energy, Mamma Mia! has become a global phenomenon, delighting fans with its heartwarming story and infectious ABBA hits.
This iconic show is now set to bring its magic to Newcastle, where audiences will be treated to a strictly limited season at the Civic Theatre from October 11th 2025.
Erin James, respected actor, director and educator, with extensive musical theatre credentials will direct this production, bringing her wealth of experience to Mamma Mia!
Erin’s directorial works include for the Very Popular Theatre Company, Mamma Mia (2019), Chess (2021) starring Silvie Paladino and David Harris, and Superstars (2024) starring Marina Prior, Silvie Paladino, Chloe Zuel, and Joshua Robson. As Director in Residence at Elder Conservatorium of Music, she has directed Cabaret (2021), Les Misérables (2022), On The Town (2023), Shrek (2023), Little Women (2024), and Alice By Heart (2024).
As a director, Erin made her Hayes Theatre Co debut with the acclaimed production of She Loves Me. She was Assistant Director for Stalking The Bogeyman at The Old Fitz (2018), Associate Director for the workshop of Vernon God Little (2012) featuring the cast of Love Never Dies, Resident Director for The Australian Voices’ national tour of Moon (2013), Dance Captain for Opera Australia’s South Pacific (2013-2014), and Dance/Staging Supervisor for Julie Andrews’ My Fair Lady (2016-2017).
From Producer Daniel Stoddart "I couldn’t be more thrilled to bring the ultimate party musical, Mamma Mia!, to Newcastle audiences! This show is pure joy from start to finish – an explosion of music, love, and nostalgia that will have everyone dancing in the aisles. With its unforgettable ABBA hits and heartwarming story, Mamma Mia! is the perfect celebration of theatre, and I can’t wait for audiences to experience the magic, energy, and fun that this production will bring to the stage”.
Tickets on sale Monday 10th March 2025
