Top five shows to enjoy with your mum this Mother’s Day
Published on Thursday 17th March, 10.34am, Written by Kelly Pentland
Mother’s Day is on Sunday 3 April this year, so why not treat your dearest mum to a fun-filled London theatre break including a top West End show and an overnight stay in a hand-picked hotel?
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We have selected five fantastic productions we think she will love, so venture into the capital city and spend some quality time together — just don’t forget the camera.
Take your mum on a trip down memory lane and enjoy the swinging sounds of the 50s and 60s. A celebration of rock ‘n’ roll, Dreamboats and Petticoats is a truly charming production based on the compilation album of the same name and includes hits such as Shaking All Over, Bobby’s Girl and Let’s Twist Again. From the team behind Goodnight Sweetheart and Birds of a Feather, Dreamboats and Petticoats is a nostalgic West End sensation.
2. Mamma Mia!
An upbeat, feel-good production set to 22 of ABBA’s greatest hits, Mamma Mia! is a great show to enjoy this Mother’s Day. The masterpiece of Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson, Mamma Mia! tells the story of a girl in search of her real father on the eve of her wedding day and is both sentimental and hilarious. Featuring songs including Dancing Queen and Money, Money, Money, this is a show great for ABBA fans or anyone with a sense of humour.
A timeless love story re-told live on stage, Dirty Dancing is great for all mums who enjoyed the original 80s movie or who simply love a romantic tale. With songs and script from the much-loved film, as well as exciting new scenes, Dirty Dancing is an exciting production to see this Mother’s Day. Enjoy your favourite tracks including (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life, Hungry Eyes and Do You Love Me? and watch love blossom between Baby and Johnny during the summer of 1963.
An emotive tale of twins separated at birth, Blood Brothers is a Willy Russell classic brought to life on the West End stage. When a mother gives up one of her babies in exchange for money and a better life, she vows never to tell anyone, but what happens when the brothers meet once again? Starring ex Atomic Kitten Natasha Hamilton as Mrs Johnstone, the show is currently in its 23rd year and is a must see this Mother’s Day weekend — but be sure to bring your tissues as it is a real tear jerker.
5. Grease
Enjoy Grease the musical in the West End this Mother’s Day before it goes on tour and see this much-loved production in the heart of Theatreland. Based on the ever-popular movie of the same name, Grease is a timeless story of love and high-school life set to one of the best soundtracks of all time. Enjoy huge numbers like You’re The One That I Want and Summer Nights and join in the fun at this sensational show. It’s electrifying.
Show your mum how special she is this Mother’s Day and enjoy a trip to remember. Explore the best of the city and make memories to last a life time.
Theatre breaks can be booked with Show and Stay from just £109 per person.
