Judy Craymer, 'Mamma Mia' Producer, Takes on Exciting Third Movie

2023-10-20 13:18:03

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'Mamma Mia' Producer Judy Craymer is Working On Third Movie

Producer Judy Craymer, known for turning ABBA's music into a successful musical and two hit movies, is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the stage production by bringing "Mamma Mia" to British TV screens with a new talent competition show called "Mamma Mia! I Have a Dream." The show aims to find new stars for the West End production.

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The competition, produced by Fremantle-owned Thames, has already narrowed down thousands of auditions to a final 14 contestants. These contestants have been put through their paces by industry professionals including choreographer Anthony Van Lasst and musical maestro Martin Lowe. The final decision will be made by a panel of judges including "Glee" star Amber Riley and singer Jessie Ware, with host Zoe Ball leading the show.

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The winner of the competition will receive a year-long theater contract to star in the West End production. Craymer described the competition series as a blend of the stage show and the movies, made specifically for television. She is excited about the challenge and is planning on a third "Mamma Mia" movie, with Meryl Streep showing interest in returning to the franchise.

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Craymer believes that "Mamma Mia" has had a tremendous impact over the years, attracting multiple generations to the theater. She also discussed her previous work on the Spice Girls musical "Viva Forever" and the evolving interest in the band. Craymer's success with "Mamma Mia" has played a significant role in opening up opportunities for women in the industry.

This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.

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