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Catherine Johnson (born 14 October 1957) is a British playwright, producing works for stage and television. She is best known for her book for the ABBA-inspired musical Mamma Mia! and screenplay for the musical's film adaptation.
May 2, 2024 · Features. Mamma Mia! playwright Catherine Johnson on its 25th year. By Keeley Rodgers 2 May 2024. We speak to Catherine Johnson who wrote the book for the ABBA-inspired musical and screenplay for the movie adaptation. How were you first approached to work on the musical? Catherine Johnson. I asked my agent to find me a job, any job.
Catherine Johnson (born 14 October 1957) is a British playwright, producing works for stage and television. She is best known for her book for the ABBA -inspired musical Mamma Mia! and screenplay for the musical's film adaptation.
in Musicals, Playwrights. 5th June 2008. Tweet. 00:00 / 00:00. Listen on iTunes Download & Listen. INTERVIEW: CATHERINE JOHNSON. The mega-successful playwright/creative force behind the international smash-hit Abba musical Mamma Mia! talks to Philip Fisher ahead of the show’s big-screen release.
Contact info. Agent info. Catherine Johnson was born on 14 October 1957 in Suffolk, England, UK. She is a writer and producer, known for Mamma Mia! (2008), Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (2018) and Dappers (2010). Born October 14, 1957. Add photos, demo reels. Add to list. Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award. 1 nomination total. Photos 6. Known for.
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2016 3rd North America tour. 2019 2nd UK tour. 2023 25th Anniversary US Tour. Mamma Mia! (promoted as Benny Andersson & Björn Ulvaeus' Mamma Mia!) is a jukebox musical written by British playwright Catherine Johnson based on songs recorded by Swedish group ABBA and composed by members Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus.
Writer Catherine Johnson – who penned the book for smash musical Mamma Mia! & now returns to her playwriting roots with Little Baby Nothing at the Bush – mulls over lucky song titles, Bill Murray & the schizoid nature of writing. Editorial Staff. London's West End. 26 May 2003.
