‘Unprecedented demand’ : Mamma Mia! gets second extension at Neptune Theatre
Posted May 10, 2018 09:00:00 PM.
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NEPTUNE THEATRE
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For those hoping to secure tickets to the successful production of MAMMA MIA! at Neptune Theatre, you may be in luck. Due to unprecedented demand, Neptune is today announcing a second extension, adding 14 more performances from July 5 to July 15 at its downtown Halifax theatre.
“We’ve been blown away by the response to the show. We wanted to give as many people the chance to experience its magic and the box office is ready for the calls!” says Artistic Director Jeremy Webb. “The energy and soul of our show has captured the hearts of Nova Scotians and it is gratifying each night to hear the reaction from the sold-out crowds. Folks are jumping to their feet and reacting in a way I have not seen before in my 20 years at Neptune,” continues Webb. “I commend our cast and crew for injecting the show with a joy that is infectious. We owe the success of Mamma Mia to them.”
The musical, featuring songs from Swedish pop group ABBA, stars Julie Martell as Donna and Cynthia Smithers as Sophie, her daughter. On the eve of her wedding, Sophie secretly invites three men from her mother’s past in hopes of learning the true identity of her father, whom she dreams will walk her down the aisle. In addition to the title song, Mamma Mia, the musical also features many of the super group’s greatest hits and most popular songs.
MAMMA MIA! is sponsored by AUDI Halifax, Premiere Suites, The Berkeley, Exxon Mobil, Imperial, Knightsbridge Robertson Surrette and TELUS.
More than 33,000 people have already seen the Halifax production. MAMMA MIA! remains one of the longest-running shows in Broadway history, where it ran for 14 years until closing in 2015. It has been on stage In London’s West End for 19 years, where it is still being performed. Later this year, a sequel to the 2008 film, based on the musical, will be released to theatres.
Starring alongside Julie Martell and Cynthia Smithers is Jahlen Barnes (Sky), Karen Burthwright (Rosie), Clint Butler (Bill), Jay Davis (Sam), Tim Funnell (Harry), Jessica Gallant (Ali), Trudy Lee Gayle (Lisa), Ryan Gifford (Eddie, and Dance Captain), David Light (Pepper), Alison J. Palmer (Tanya), and Mitch Wood (Father Alexandrios and ensemble). The ensemble includes Danielle Benton, Deborah Castrilli, Kirstin Howell, Galen Johnson, Celia Koughan, Sarah O'Brecht, Brett Owen, Matt Raffy, and Natasha Strilchuk.
Joining director Jeremy Webb is Choreographer Ray Hogg with the design team of Geofrey Dinwiddie (Set Designer), Bonnie Deakin (Costume Designer), Leigh Ann Vardy (Lighting Designer), Vicky Williams (Lighting Design Associate) and Emily C. Porter (Sound Designer). The stage management team includes Heather Lewis (Stage Manager), Hannah Burrows (Assistant Stage Manager) and June Zinck (Assistant Stage Manager).
The musicians, under the direction of Musical Director Paul De Gurse, include Brad Conrad (Guitar), Gwen Dawson (Keyboard), Jamie Gatti (Bass), James Logan (Guitar), Tom Roach (Drums), and Lisa St. Clair (Keyboard).
Tickets can be purchased online at neptunetheatre.com, by phone at 902-429-7070 or toll-free 1-800-565-7345, or in person at the Box Office, 1593 Argyle Street. Find out more about Neptune Theatre on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube channel NeptuneHFX.
Neptune Theatre is wrapping up its 55th season and kicking off its 56th season with the summer productions Argyle Street Kitchen Party and Five Guys Named Moe. The remainder of the new season has been announced and subscriptions available for purchase. Located at 1593 Argyle Street, Neptune boasts two newly renovated stages: Fountain Hall and the Scotiabank Stage, plus a year-round Theatre School and a province-wide annual Neptune School Tour.
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