Analyzing The Musical 'Mamma Mia'

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Segerstrom Center for the Arts production presents the ultimate feel good musical, Mamma Mia! This musical was directed by Phyllida Loyd and the songs and lyrics were produced by Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus. Mamma Mia! tells the story of Donna Sheridan, a hardworking middle aged mother who is preparing for her daughter Sophie’s wedding with the help of her two best friends. Sophie finds her Mother’s old diary that mentions three men her mom was involved in that may or may not be Sophie’s Father. As a result, Sophie comes up with a plan and invites her Mother’s past lovers to the wedding in hopes to discover who her real Father is.

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