Mamma Mia Tickets - Novello Theatre

Mamma Mia, Catherine Johnson’s musical about love, laughter, and friendship featuring the feelgood songs of ABBA has been thrilling London audiences for over two decades and is still playing to packed houses at the Novello Theatre.

Including a feast of ABBA’s greatest hits in its musical score, The story of Mamma Mia is a delightful and enchanting tale of family and friendship all unfolding on a sunkissed Greek Island paradise.

On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the true identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past to the island they last visited 20 years previously…

The show features 22 musical numbers from ABBA’s extensive back catalogue, including “Dancing Queen”, "Waterloo", “Money, Money, Money”, “Chiquita”, “Thank You For The Music”, “S O S”, “Super Trouper” and of course “Mamma Mia!”

So make sure you get down to the Novello Theatre and catch the show that has become a global phenomenon. It will be a decision you won’t regret!

Mamma Mia the stage show has delighted over 40 million people worldwide since it opened in London back in 1999 and now has more productions playing internationally than any other musical, making it the World's Number No.1 stage show!

How Can I Book Cheap Mamma Mia Tickets?

Due to the natural feelgood nature of the show and the much-loved singalong ABBA songs, tickets for Mamma Mia will always be in great demand at weekends and during school holidays so it is best to avoid them at these times if you are searching for bargains. There is value to be had for Monday - Thursday performances in all seat categories with stalls and dress circle seats sometimes selling for as little as £30 on certain days during the dark winter months. If you are not fussy about dates and check availability regularly you are certain to find good value at some point.

Are There Any Seats For Mamma Mia That Should Be Avoided?

There are four tiers to the Novello Theatre and the difference in the different price bands prices can show that not every seat can be considered to be 'good value!' There are some restricted view seats for Mamma Mia in the upper circle and balcony that can sometimes sell from as little as £15 and there is a reason for that! If you look at the difference in price between these seats and the ones situated around them it should give you an indication as to exactly how bad those restrictions are. It is therefore advisable to always remember that cheap is not always a bargain so always check the seating plan first!

Where In The Theatre Are The Best Value Tickets For Mamma Mia?

This is very much a matter of personal taste as to whether it is more natural for you to sit in the stalls looking directly at the stage where the best value financially will usually be found slightly to the sides or the rear of the theatre, or whether you prefer to look down from an elevated position in the dress circle where the value is usually found from the rear of row H. Buying Mamma Mia tickets in these sections for midweek performances outside school holidays can produce substantial savings and there is nothing at all wrong with the view.

Is It Possible To Find Discount Mamma Mia Tickets Online?

The short answer to this is yes. It will always depend on how busy the West End is on that particular day though so you will need to check online for discount tickets to Mamma Mia regularly to get the best deals. Good times to see this show from a financial point of view would be directly after both the Autumn and February half-term holidays when people are either saving up for Christmas or still trying to pay for it!

Is It Best To Book Lastminute Mamma Mia Tickets Or Should I Book In Advance?

This is not an easy question to answer as it all depends on the availability for that particular week. The producers of West End shows tend as a rule of thumb to add discounts about a week in advance (although this is not an exact science and not always the case) but also by definition the later you leave it the less ticket stock there is to choose from! If you are going to see the show during peak times such as weekends or school holidays then it is advisable to book in advance to secure the best seats available as it is unlikely that tickets to Mamma Mia, which is still a hugely popular show will go down for these performances. If you are a bargain hunter booking off-peak during quiet weeks then buying last-minute tickets on the day whether it is online or through the shops in and around Leicester Square can bring big savings if you look for them.

Who Wrote Mamma Mia The Musical?

Mamma Mia is quite possibly the world's most popular 'jukebox musical' and was written and brought to the stage by Catherine Johnson who has very cleverly woven the greatest and best-loved hit songs from Swedish supergroup ABBA into a feelgood storyline set on a sun-soaked Greek island paradise. All of the songs featured in the show were written by Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus.

How Long Has Mamma Mia Been Playing In London?

The show had its world premiere in London on April 6th, 1999 at the Prince Edward Theatre where it stayed until taking up a new residency at the Prince Of Wales Theatre in 2004. From 2012 to the present day Mamma Mia has been the resident show at the Novello Theatre in Covent Garden.

Is There A Dress Code To Watch Mamma Mia?

Like most shows in the West End, there is no dress code to watch Mamma Mia however patrons are advised to dress appropriately to be comfortable in the theatre.

When Does Mamma Mia The Musical Play And What Is The Running Time?

The showtimes for Mamma Mia are from Monday to Saturday at 7.45 pm with matinee performances on Thursdays and Saturdays at 3 pm. The running time for the show is approximately 2 hours 35 minutes including an interval.

Is Mamma Mia Child Friendly?

Mamma Mia is a fantastic feel-good musical that has a recommended minimum age of 5 years and features no profanity or scenes that could be deemed to be upsetting for kids. Please be aware that children aged 3 years and under will not be admitted to the theatre.

Was Mamma Mia A Musical Before It Was A Movie?

Yes. The stage version of the musical first opened in London in 1999 and pre dates the 2008 movie starring Meryl Streep, Colin Firth and Pierce Brosnan.

How Many People Have Seen Mamma Mia Worldwide?

The stage version of Mamma Mia has grossed more than $2 billion worldwide and has to date been seen by over 50 million people with productions having been performed in an incredible 325 different cities around the world including New York, Melbourne, Barcelona, Tokyo, Moscow, Stockholm and was also the very first Mandarin language production ever of a Western musical when it opened in Shanghai in 2011.

The Novello Theatre is a medium size West End theatre located on the Aldwych and close to Covent Garden that has a capacity of 1088 seats on four levels. The auditorium in the theatre is narrow and thin, with shorter rows giving it a lofty feel with clear view seating being found in the well-raked Stalls section which has no restrictions or obstructions. Premium seats in the theatre are located around row M in the centre of the Stalls which is reflected in the price. Sitting centrally allows for an excellent overall view as the steep raking ensures that other audience members won't block your view.

Good value for money can be found in the slips in the Dress Circle which are often sold at a discount as they offer a side view of the stage. Further value can also be found in the clear view seating in the Upper Circle and Balcony sections although as always when booking London theatre tickets, it is recommended to study the seating plan before purchasing in these sections due to restrictions in some seats however there are bargains to be found there for those on a budget searching for cheap Mamma Mia tickets.

Address
5 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4LD

Venue Facilities
Air conditioned

Nearest Tube
Covent Garden

Tube Lines
Piccadilly

Directions from nearest tube

(5mins) Go right on Long Acre; turn right into Bow Street and after 100 metres turn left (Russell Street) then immediately right onto Catherine Street, where the theatre is located 100 metres down on the corner with Aldwych.

Railway Station
Charing Cross

Bus Numbers
(Aldwych) RV1, X68, 1, 6, 11, 13, 23, 59, 68, 87, 91, 139, 168, 171, 172, 188, 243; (Strand) 4, 9, 15, 26, 76, 176, 341

Night Bus Numbers
(Aldwych) 6, 23, 139, 188, 243, N1, N11, N13, N26, N47, N68, N87, N89, N91, N155, N171, N551, N343; (Strand) 176, 341, N9, N15, N21, N44, N76

Car Park
Drury Lane, Parker Street (7mins)

Within Congestion Zone
Yes

Box Office Theatre Tickets 

On Sale STA

Day Tickets

On Sale STA

Recommend for age 5+. Children under the age of 3 will not be admitted to the theatre. All patrons under 16 years must be accompanied by and sat next to the accompanying adult.

If children do have separate seats, entry could be refused as they may not sit on their own within the auditorium. All patrons must have a valid ticket to gain entry. Please ensure that all children for whom you are responsible have a valid ticket. Your child should be able to sit unaided on the purchased seat. Children are not allowed to sit on an adult’s lap.

2 hours 35 minutes (including interval)

This production contains some flashing lights.

From £15
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Event Detail

17 November 2022
29 March 2025
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