Mamma Mia! Immersive
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Here’s the thing about regular movie screenings: they’re just a bit too… quiet. Too orderly. Too sensible. So we’ve taken the beloved Mamma Mia! movie musical and transformed it into the most joyful, chaotic, absolutely fabulous cinema experience you’ve ever had.
Welcome to our Mamma Mia! immersive screening spectacular, hosted by the incomparable entertainers from Tone & Cheek. Picture this: the movie playing on the big screen, but in front of it? Shadow dancers busting out every iconic move during the musical numbers. Drag queens leading conga lines through the cinema. Audiences belting out ABBA classics at full volume. The entire theatre becoming one glorious Greek island celebration.
Whether you’re a die-hard Mamma Mia! devotee who knows every word to every song or you just love a good sing-along with irresistible pop music, this is cinema as it should be – loud, proud, interactive and overflowing with joy. Grab your mates, pre-order a pizza (or BYO food), hit up the licensed bar, nab a bean bag or deck chair, and prepare to laugh, sing, dance and maybe discover a few new moves from our fabulous shadow dancers.
This isn’t passive entertainment. This is full-body, full-voice, fully committed musical theatre mayhem where inhibitions check out and everyone checks in to the Hotel Bella Donna. From “Dancing Queen” to “Waterloo,” from Sophie’s dilemmas to Donna’s power ballads, you’ll experience every moment like you’re part of the wedding party on that sun-drenched Greek island.
Feel free to sing along to every ABBA anthem – this screening welcomes your inner superstar! Two nights only! Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, gathering the squad for an unforgettable night out, or simply ready to unleash your Dancing Queen energy – this is the event that will have you saying “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” (more tickets).
My, my – how can I resist ya?
Sessions & Times
There are no upcoming events for this program.
Extra things to know
Tone & Cheek brings high-energy, interactive entertainment experiences that combine drag performance, audience participation and beloved pop culture. Their signature style transforms familiar films into immersive events where the boundary between screen and audience dissolves into pure celebration. With shadow dancers performing choreography during musical numbers and drag hosts keeping energy sky-high throughout, Tone & Cheek creates cinema experiences that feel more like parties than screenings.
Telethon Community Cinemas is located in the beautiful ECU Joondalup Pines outdoor cinema venue on the grounds of Edith Cowan University, 270 Joondalup Drive. The venue features plenty of free parking after 5:30pm in ECU Car Parks 14 and 8, or embark on a pleasant 15-minute stroll from Joondalup Train Station.
This outdoor cinema is set amongst beautiful pine trees with festoon lights creating a magical atmosphere. Sink into a bean bag, bring your own picnic rug, or use the free sling-back style seating (available on a first-come basis). Shadow dancers will perform in front of the screen during musical numbers, adding to the theatrical magic without obstructing the film. The venue is wheelchair accessible with access via wide level paths to and from the site.
The session on Sunday 22 March will be Auslan interpreted.
The interactive nature means audience movement, noise and celebration are expected and welcomed – this is not a quiet, traditional cinema experience but rather a participatory theatrical event.
Doors will open 60 minutes before the show.
Preorder pizza and other tasty options via the Telethon Community Cinema website for pickup on the night. Please note that food options are by preorder only. All orders must be made before 5.30pm on the night of the show.
Preorder food FOR SATURDAY 21 MARCH
PREORDER FOOD FOR SUNDAY 22 MARCH
A licensed candy bar will be open throughout the evening serving wine, beer, and soft drinks, plus cinema snacks like popcorn and ice cream. There will be no other food vendors on site.
BYO alcohol is not permitted but BYO food and snacks are welcome.
As this is a licensed event, ticketholders under 18 years will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult.
This is the Mamma Mia! film (rated PG – suitable for general audiences), presented in an interactive, celebratory atmosphere with drag performance elements and audience participation.Â
ABBA fans, Mamma Mia devotees, bachelorette parties, birthday celebrations, girls’ nights out, date nights with a twist, LGBTQIA+ community events, musical theatre lovers, anyone seeking joyful, inclusive entertainment.
This is an ideal event for group celebrations – consider booking together for birthdays, hen’s nights, friendship celebrations, or just because gathering your people for pure joy is always a good idea.
Optional ABBA/Mamma Mia-inspired outfits enthusiastically encouraged but not required! Come as you are or come as Donna, channel your inner Swedish superstar, rock your best ’70s disco vibes, or dress as your favourite character – whatever’s clever!Â
Program details
21 March 2026 - 22 March 2026
General Admission – All Ages: $28.00
All ages