Soon you'll be able to eat in an ABBA-themed restaurant
Mamma Mia!
ABBA
Author: Anna Sky MagliolaPublished 4th Sep 2018
This year has been a great year for ABBA fans, not only have we seen ABBA reunite in the studio and release some new music - the first in 35 years, we've also seen the release of the Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again! the fantastic sequel to Mamma Mia released in 2008.
Now, it seems there's ANOTHER treat in store for fans of the Swedish pop group, an ABBA-themed restaurant. Next year, ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus will be bringing his Mamma Mia! The Party experience to London’s O2 and it sounds AMAZING! According to the Mirror, this new immersive experience will be a recreation of the taverna on the island of Skopelos - like the setting of the first Mamma Mia! film.
Along with Mediterranean food, diners will be treated to ABBA's amazing back catalogue of music, played live as they enjoy the immersive experience.
The concept is currently available in Sweden, take a look at the promo video below!
How amazing does it look?!
Although there is no confirmed opening date at the moment, the official website says 'from Spring 2019', explaining that diners will be able to, 'Meet taverna owner Nikos and his family as their story unfolds in a glorious night of song, dance and celebration.'
It continues, 'Featuring your favourite ABBA songs performed by actors and musicians all around you, soak up the island atmosphere and feast on mouth-watering Mediterranean food & drink!'
Now take a look at the Mamma Mia! cast: now and then:
Meryl Streep: 2008
Meryl plays the lead role in the 2008 film, playing the role of Donna Sheridan.
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Stellan Skarsgård: 2008
Swedish actor Stellan joined the star-studded cast back in 2008 to play the role of Bill Anderson, 1/3 of Sophie's (Amanda Seyfried) potential dads.
Meryl Streep: 2008
Meryl plays the lead role in the 2008 film, playing the role of Donna Sheridan.
Meryl Streep: 2018
Fast forward 10 years and Meryl's involvement in the movie is limited. But she still gives a stellar performance!
Amanda Seyfried: 2008
Actress Amanda Seyfried was just 22-years-old when she played the role of Sophie in Mamma Mia! in 2008.
Amanda Seyfried: 2018
She's now grown up and gives off a mature vibe in the 2018 movie as she remembers her fictional mother Donna (Meryl Streep).
Pierce Brosnan: 2018
Pierce returned to the stunning island for the 2018 movie, playing his role of Sam Carmichael at the age of 65.
Pierce Brosnan: 2008
Who can forget the former 007 spy singing his heart out to 'SOS' in Mamma Mia! back in 2008?
Dominic Cooper: 2018
Now looking more grown up, fans of the 2018 movie fall in love all over again with his character Sky.
Dominic Cooper: 2008
A fresh-faced Dominc Cooper at the Mamma Mia! premiere in 2008.
Dame Julie Walters: 2018
Still looking elegant as ever at the age of 68, the actress has viewers in stitches with her character's hilarious nature in the 2018 movie.
Dame Julie Walters: 2008
Mamma Mia! fans fell in love with Julie Walter's portray of Donna's (Meryl Streep) best friend Rosie in the 2008 movie.
Colin Firth: 2008
At the age of 47 Colin joined the cast of Mamma Mia! in 2008, playing the role of Harry Bright.
Colin Firth: 2018
Returning as 1/3 of Sophie's (Amanda Seyfried) dads in the 2018 movie, Colin looks a lot more sophisticated as he rocks a pair of glasses on the red carpet.
Christine Baranski: 2008
American actress Christine Baranski looked sensational as she joined the cast in 2008.
Christine Baranski: 2018
And 10 years later she's still looking amazing as she returns as Donna's (Meryl Streep) best friend Tanya.
Stellan Skarsgård: 2018
He returns for the 2018 edition, saving the day for Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) at the grand re-opening of The Hotel Bella Donna.
Stellan Skarsgård: 2008
Swedish actor Stellan joined the star-studded cast back in 2008 to play the role of Bill Anderson, 1/3 of Sophie's (Amanda Seyfried) potential dads.
Meryl Streep: 2008
Meryl plays the lead role in the 2008 film, playing the role of Donna Sheridan.
Meryl Streep: 2018
Fast forward 10 years and Meryl's involvement in the movie is limited. But she still gives a stellar performance!
Amanda Seyfried: 2008
Actress Amanda Seyfried was just 22-years-old when she played the role of Sophie in Mamma Mia! in 2008.
Amanda Seyfried: 2018
She's now grown up and gives off a mature vibe in the 2018 movie as she remembers her fictional mother Donna (Meryl Streep).
Pierce Brosnan: 2018
Pierce returned to the stunning island for the 2018 movie, playing his role of Sam Carmichael at the age of 65.
Pierce Brosnan: 2008
Who can forget the former 007 spy singing his heart out to 'SOS' in Mamma Mia! back in 2008?
Dominic Cooper: 2018
Now looking more grown up, fans of the 2018 movie fall in love all over again with his character Sky.
Dominic Cooper: 2008
A fresh-faced Dominc Cooper at the Mamma Mia! premiere in 2008.
Dame Julie Walters: 2018
Still looking elegant as ever at the age of 68, the actress has viewers in stitches with her character's hilarious nature in the 2018 movie.
Dame Julie Walters: 2008
Mamma Mia! fans fell in love with Julie Walter's portray of Donna's (Meryl Streep) best friend Rosie in the 2008 movie.
Colin Firth: 2008
At the age of 47 Colin joined the cast of Mamma Mia! in 2008, playing the role of Harry Bright.
Colin Firth: 2018
Returning as 1/3 of Sophie's (Amanda Seyfried) dads in the 2018 movie, Colin looks a lot more sophisticated as he rocks a pair of glasses on the red carpet.
Christine Baranski: 2008
American actress Christine Baranski looked sensational as she joined the cast in 2008.
Christine Baranski: 2018
And 10 years later she's still looking amazing as she returns as Donna's (Meryl Streep) best friend Tanya.
Stellan Skarsgård: 2018
He returns for the 2018 edition, saving the day for Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) at the grand re-opening of The Hotel Bella Donna.
Stellan Skarsgård: 2008
Swedish actor Stellan joined the star-studded cast back in 2008 to play the role of Bill Anderson, 1/3 of Sophie's (Amanda Seyfried) potential dads.
Speaking about the new London restaurant, Björn said, "We have long admired The O2 and the huge entertainment success it has become…we believe bringing Mamma Mia! The Party to The O2 will add to this already vibrant cultural destination and provide the perfect location for our exciting new show."
This ABBA excitement follows the release of the popular Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again! back in July. Greatest Hits Radio caught up with some of the cast on the red carpet for the film's premiere, where Lily James, who plays a younger version of Meryl Streep's character Donna Sheridan, revealed that she was super nervous to sing in front of ABBA's Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson.
She also opened up about the childhood memories she has of listening to ABBA songs, saying, "I used to dance as a kid, my dad used to play 'Waterloo' to me on a CD he'd made for dinner parties, a compilation."
ABBA are famous for hits such as 'Waterloo', 'Mamma Mia' and 'Dancing Queen', back in 2016 the popular band announced they would be touring the world in 2019, but in digital form as holograms alongside a live band.
Despite never officially splitting up, until this year, ABBA last released music in 1982.
