ARRIVAL
The Hits Of ABBA
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
12 Feb 2022
The Hits Of ABBA
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend
12 Feb 2022
50 years since ABBA’s formation in Stockholm, the group is back bigger than ever and what better way to celebrate the legacy of the of Scandinavian pop royalty than with ARRIVAL: The Hits of ABBA.
ARRIVAL’s multi award-winning show is returning for 2022 following sell out shows in over 30 countries worldwide, bringing the magic of ABBA to stages across the UK.
Talking about the show, Benny Andersson performer Mark says: “We have been performing as ABBA for over 25 years now, and the show has evolved quite a lot. Over the years we have added more and more songs and costumes, and we are constantly striving to make the show bigger and better with each year. We love it. We really enjoy every minute.”
Mark says: “The music of ABBA appeals to all age groups because it’s joyful and infectious. You just can’t help smiling when you hear the first few bars of Dancing Queen or Mamma Mia. ARRIVAL - The Hits of ABBA is an energetic, upbeat, vibrant, colourful and spectacular extrABBAganza! A non-stop party and a great night for all the family.”
The high-energy production features ABBA’s best loved hits including ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Super Trouper’, ‘Voulez Vous’, and of course ‘Waterloo’, plus material from the brand new album Voyage!
With a winning formula of fantastic harmonies, authentic costumes and first-class vocals and musicians, ARRIVAL brings to life the extraordinary song-writing talents of Benny and Bjorn, recreating the true feel and thrill of a live ABBA show.
For tour dates, tickets and more information, please visit www.abba-arrival.co.uk
Links
Website: www.abba-arrival.co.uk
Trailer: https://youtu.be/zIexp0Kw3rA
Facebook: www.facebook.com/arrivaluk/
Twitter: @ArrivalUK
Reviews
“Simply the best ABBA show” - The Stage
“The best ABBA show since ABBA” - Hong Kong Stadium
“The Ultimate ABBA show” - Phoenix Symphony Hall, Arizona
“Awesome, Awesome, Awesome” - The Times of India
“The finest tribute act in the UK” - Vice Magazine
ARRIVAL’s multi award-winning show is returning for 2022 following sell out shows in over 30 countries worldwide, bringing the magic of ABBA to stages across the UK.
Talking about the show, Benny Andersson performer Mark says: “We have been performing as ABBA for over 25 years now, and the show has evolved quite a lot. Over the years we have added more and more songs and costumes, and we are constantly striving to make the show bigger and better with each year. We love it. We really enjoy every minute.”
Mark says: “The music of ABBA appeals to all age groups because it’s joyful and infectious. You just can’t help smiling when you hear the first few bars of Dancing Queen or Mamma Mia. ARRIVAL - The Hits of ABBA is an energetic, upbeat, vibrant, colourful and spectacular extrABBAganza! A non-stop party and a great night for all the family.”
The high-energy production features ABBA’s best loved hits including ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Super Trouper’, ‘Voulez Vous’, and of course ‘Waterloo’, plus material from the brand new album Voyage!
With a winning formula of fantastic harmonies, authentic costumes and first-class vocals and musicians, ARRIVAL brings to life the extraordinary song-writing talents of Benny and Bjorn, recreating the true feel and thrill of a live ABBA show.
For tour dates, tickets and more information, please visit www.abba-arrival.co.uk
Links
Website: www.abba-arrival.co.uk
Trailer: https://youtu.be/zIexp0Kw3rA
Facebook: www.facebook.com/arrivaluk/
Twitter: @ArrivalUK
Reviews
“Simply the best ABBA show” - The Stage
“The best ABBA show since ABBA” - Hong Kong Stadium
“The Ultimate ABBA show” - Phoenix Symphony Hall, Arizona
“Awesome, Awesome, Awesome” - The Times of India
“The finest tribute act in the UK” - Vice Magazine
Main Cast
Mark – Benny Andersson
Mark is the person responsible for the success of ARRIVAL, a total perfectionist who has been known to drive the others mad at times! Mark has been playing the piano from the age of seven, passing all grades up to and including grade 8 with distinction, in addition playing the church organ also to grade 8. Mark has performed worldwide with over 30 years in the music business, and has backed many big names along the way as a session musician. But not only an accomplished pianist and keyboard player Mark also has a fantastic singing voice too. A very bouncy and energetic performer Mark really brings the show to life. A big admirer of Benny Mark says he feels very privileged to perform as his hero Benny!
Mark is the person responsible for the success of ARRIVAL, a total perfectionist who has been known to drive the others mad at times! Mark has been playing the piano from the age of seven, passing all grades up to and including grade 8 with distinction, in addition playing the church organ also to grade 8. Mark has performed worldwide with over 30 years in the music business, and has backed many big names along the way as a session musician. But not only an accomplished pianist and keyboard player Mark also has a fantastic singing voice too. A very bouncy and energetic performer Mark really brings the show to life. A big admirer of Benny Mark says he feels very privileged to perform as his hero Benny!
Sarah – Agnetha Faltskog
Sarah has been singing for as long as she can remember, although when performing in front of the mirror with a hair brush at an early age never dreamed she would be singing the songs of her idols for a living. Sarah has sung and performed all over the world including London’s West End and is a very talented and extremely versatile singer. A huge Abba fan herself since a very early age Sarah brings the part of Agnetha to light. Arrivals “Girl with the golden hair”, listen out for her rendition of “The Winner takes it all”, Sarah sings this with the same emotion and passion as Agnetha would have in an original Abba Concert. Sarah studied the part of Agnetha meticulously watching countless videos of Abba’s performances, so see for yourself the attention to detail Agnetha’s mannerisms, inflection and energy brought to life in every Arrival show. |
Liv – Anni-Frid Lyngstad
Liv has an uncanny resemblance to the Norwegian quarter of ABBA. Not only very similar in looks, she also has the same vibrant personality on and off stage, and loves to play up to the audience, which she does in a very “Fridae-esque” way. Originating from a musical family, Liv learnt to play piano and flute from an early age, but it was her passion for singing that brought her to the stage. Liv has performed all over the world as lead vocalist on various cruise ships as well as on television, most notably with Ant & Dec. As well as her musical background, Liv is an accomplished dancer and brings her energetic dance skills to the show. Also a huge ABBA fan, Liv bring the magic of ABBA to every performance. |
Matt – Bjorn Ulvaeus
Matt is a dynamic player with his roots both in classical and modern playing. After graduating from The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, he has gone on to perform in a wide variety of roles: As a pit musician, playing in productions such as Jesus Christ Superstar and cats to name a few, Performing as a classical guitarist, as a soloist, in a duo and in many ensembles. Matt has succeeded in faithfully transcribing the guitar parts from the original ABBA recordings, whilst also maintaining the 70’s rock elements of ABBA’s live shows. Matt brings a very exciting and vibrant performance to every ARRIVAL show, and its clear he has a great passion for the stage and a love of ABBA’s music.
Matt is a dynamic player with his roots both in classical and modern playing. After graduating from The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, he has gone on to perform in a wide variety of roles: As a pit musician, playing in productions such as Jesus Christ Superstar and cats to name a few, Performing as a classical guitarist, as a soloist, in a duo and in many ensembles. Matt has succeeded in faithfully transcribing the guitar parts from the original ABBA recordings, whilst also maintaining the 70’s rock elements of ABBA’s live shows. Matt brings a very exciting and vibrant performance to every ARRIVAL show, and its clear he has a great passion for the stage and a love of ABBA’s music.