“The music is so infectious, it’s hard not to have an incredible night out.”
Theatrely StaffFull Review
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Mamma Mia!
Winter Garden Theatre · 2h 30m
Opened Aug 14, 2025 · Closed Feb 1, 2026 · Ran for 6 months
On tour — critics score the tour 81/100. Mamma Mia! national tour reviews →
5 Rave
9 Positive
5 Mixed
1 Negative
Critics' Take
Critics find this jukebox musical return a flawed but irresistibly fun crowd-pleaser, with ABBA's infectious hits overpowering the show's thin plot and clumsy song integration to deliver pure escapist joy.
This show has closed. Tickets are no longer available.
Critic Scorecard
20 reviews5 Rave
9 Positive
5 Mixed
1 Negative
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Weighted by outlet tier · Counts
- Tier 1: 100%
- Tier 2: 75%
- Tier 3: 40%
- Tier 4: 20%
“I can’t overstate my respect for the show; it’s a masterpiece of its populist kind, much imitated but never equalled.”
By Chris JonesAug 14, 2025Full Review
“This two-and-a-half-hour respite from the world is what we all need right now.”
By David WaltersFeb 1, 2026Full Review
“It's a feast for your pleasure centers.”
By Owen GleibermanAug 14, 2025Full Review
“The ABBA-scored musical is escapist, feather-light entertainment that still delivers on its 20-plus-year promise of pure fun.”
By Gillian RussoAug 14, 2025Full Review
Audience Scorecard
2.6K audience reviews
B+
Liking It
Box Office Scorecard
source · Broadway League, publicAll Time
Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Mamma Mia!?
Critics find this jukebox musical return a flawed but irresistibly fun crowd-pleaser, with ABBA's infectious hits overpowering the show's thin plot and clumsy song integration to deliver pure escapist joy. (CriticScore 74/100 from 20 reviews.)
Is Mamma Mia! worth seeing?
Probably, if the material interests you. Critics say Mamma Mia! is worth seeing (74/100 from 20 reviews) — it works best if the premise or cast appeals to you.
What is the CriticScore for Mamma Mia!?
Mamma Mia! has a CriticScore of 74/100 based on 20 professional reviews. This is rated "Worth Seeing".
Is Mamma Mia! still running on Broadway?
No, Mamma Mia! has closed. It played at Winter Garden Theatre and closed on February 1, 2026.
How long is Mamma Mia!?
Mamma Mia! has a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes, including 1 intermission.
Is Mamma Mia! appropriate for children?
Mamma Mia! is recommended for Ages 8+.
Theater Scorecard
Great VenueThe Winter Garden Theatre offers excellent legroom and spacious seating, making it one of the most comfortable venues on Broadway. Sightlines are generally good, though some side seats may have partial obstructions. The theater's ambiance is enhanced by its historical charm and garden-themed decor, while facilities are average with some potential for lines at restrooms.
Original Broadway Cast
- Alessandra AntonelliEnsembleBroadway debut
- Caro Daye AttayekEnsembleBroadway debut
- Adia Olanethia BellEnsembleBroadway debut
- Emily CroftEnsembleBroadway debut
- Jordan De LeonEnsembleBroadway debut
- Madison DeadmanEnsembleBroadway debut
- Nico DiPrimioEnsembleBroadway debut
- Patrick DunnEnsembleBroadway debut
Creative Team
- ABBA (Benny Andersson & Björn Ulvaeus)Music & Lyrics
- Catherine JohnsonBook
- Phyllida LloydDirector
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 74/100 (20 reviews)
- Status
- Closed
- Opened
- Aug 14, 2025
- Closed
- Feb 1, 2026
- Run Length
- 6 months
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Intermissions
- 1
- Age
- Ages 8+
- Synopsis
- ABBA's hits tell the story of a young woman's search for her birth father on a Greek island paradise. A sunny, funny tale of love, laughter and friendship.
- Data Last Updated
- October 9, 2026
