Why Everyone Loves Mamma Mia! (It’s Basically a Holiday in Movie Form)

Let’s be real - Mamma Mia! isn’t just a feel-good film, it’s an instant mental getaway. The kind of escape you didn’t know you needed until you’re fully immersed in sun-drenched scenery, barefoot dancing, and the kind of carefree chaos that only happens on holiday.

From the moment it starts, you’re swept off to a dreamy Greek island where worries don’t stand a chance. Picture this: whitewashed villas, turquoise water, sun-kissed skin, and the kind of golden-hour glow you wish your phone could capture. It’s not just a setting - it’s a whole mood.

There’s something so liberating about the world of Mamma Mia! No one’s glued to their phone. There’s music, laughter, dancing under the stars, and spontaneous swims in the sea. It’s the ultimate summer state of mind, all sunshine, sea breeze, and soul-filling joy.

And beyond the aesthetics? It’s a story about connection. Family, friendship, love (with a little chaos thrown in for fun). It reminds us of those sun-soaked trips where everything feels lighter, where time slows down, laughter lasts longer, and the people around you feel like home.

Mamma Mia! is all about that feeling when life is equal parts ridiculous and beautiful, and you wouldn’t change a thing.

So why not bring a little of that holiday magic to real life?

Join me for an immersive Mamma Mia experience — a feel-good adult dance workshop followed by a private screening of the film. No passport required, just good vibes and comfy shoes.

Saturday 26th July 2025

Dance Workshop: 2:00–4:00pm at Grantown YMCA

Movie Screening: 5:00–7:00pm at Grantown Community Cinema

£25 per person | Ages 16+

Fancy dress welcome. Good energy essential.

Tickets available now : https://www.jamesmontgomery.org/store-1/mamamiajuy25