Director's Notes:
When selecting our first production in this newly renovated auditorium, I knew it needed to be something special—full of life, joy, and energy. I wanted a show our students would love performing, that audiences could instantly connect with, and that our community would remember for years to come. For me, that show had to be Mamma Mia!.

At first glance, Mamma Mia! may seem like a simple jukebox musical—fun, familiar, and full of great music. But beneath that surface is a story rich with emotional complexity, exploring identity, love, memory, and the ever-evolving relationship between parent and child.

Music plays a unique role in telling that story. With the constant presence of the ensemble—whether seen or unseen—the songs become more than just entertainment. They act as an emotional landscape, giving voice to what the characters cannot always say out loud. Throughout the show, we move in and out of Donna and Sophie’s inner worlds, hearing their thoughts and feelings come to life through song. Our goal has been to highlight this storytelling device and bring those internal journeys to the forefront.

Thank you for being here, for supporting our students, and for sharing in the joy of live theatre. Enjoy the show!

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Explore the arts at Saint Monica Preparatory.

The Mariner Visual and Performing Arts program encourages students to increase their knowledge of the arts and to gain an aesthetic appreciation for the world around them. By exposing students to a colorful array of visual and performing art opportunities, the school allows students to discover and develop their unique talents. Our curriculum offers a deep understanding of all facets of a student’s discipline. From fine art to dance, music and theater, the visual, media and performing arts come alive here at Saint Monica Prep. Art is part of the core curriculum for TK through 5th grade students. Starting in 6th grade, a comprehensive variety of Arts courses are offered as electives.