The global smash hit musical Mamma Mia!, now showing in
Shanghai Grand Theater on its China tour, is planning to launch a
Chinese version, an official of the theater disclosed on
Tuesday.
Hong Kong-based Wen Wei Po quoted the official as saying that
the musical's European production company, Little Star, has shown a
great interest on a Chinese version of the drama. Discussion on the
details, such as the scenario and the cast, is expected to be
carried out after this performance season ends.
The musical has already been adapted into various languages
including Swedish, Russian, Japanese and Korean during its
international tour.
The largest difficulty of the adaptations lies on the
translation of ABBA's songs, a director of the musical said.
Although many suggested retaining the English lyrics, Little
Star believed singing in a local language would make the audience
feel more close to the show.
"We now need a Chinese poet as good as ABBA," the director
said.
The show's current China tour covers Shanghai (in Shanghai Grand
Theater from July 6 to August 2) and Beijing (Poly Theater from
August 7 to 19).
(CRI.cn July 18, 2007)
