CALLING all Dancing Queens and Super Troupers!

The Regent in Christchurch will celebrate this summer's release of Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (TBC PG) with a unique ‘70s event.

For one-night only, the Centre will present a fun-filled, movie and music extravaganza on Saturday 25 August 6pm for the August Bank Holiday weekend,

It will utilise all of the Centre’s stage and screen facilities in one big fun-filled movie and music extravaganza – Mamma Mia Spectacular!

Joining in the fun on Saturday August 25 will be the South Coast’s tribute band ABBA’s Angels, who will be meeting and greeting guests as they arrive, before taking to the stage for a singalong of ABBA’s favourite hits.

This will be followed by a screening of Mamma Mia 2: Here We Go Again, the eagerly anticipated sequel to the international hit of 2008, Mamma Mia, starring Amanda Seyfried, Meryl Streep, Julie Walters, Colin Firth, Pierce Brosnan, Cher and Stellen Skarsgård.

As a local charity for the local community, the Regent Centre endeavours to support local businesses in the area. Complimentary drinks will be provided courtesy of Conker Gin;

Glitter ball candy floss will come from Cloud Candy Floss; white chocolate truffles by Coco Confectionary and pre-show entertainment from the team at Urban Health and Fitness, with more attractions for the event to be announced shortly.

Guests are encouraged to arrive in their best ‘70s gear, with prizes to win, so dig out those platform boots, crushed velvet trousers and the Spandex jumpsuits!

VIP packages are available, including the DVD of the original 2008 film, Mamma Mia, generously donated by Universal Pictures.

Regent Centre General Manager Rupert Barrington said:“We are very excited to announce a new experience for the Regent Centre that combines what we do best – live entertainment and cinema – in our local, independent theatre. What better way to kick that off than with a ‘70s-night spectacular! I’m particularly proud to host businesses from the local area for this one-of-a-kind event for our community.”

Chairman of the Board Alastair Hoare said:“We have some very exciting plans for the future of the Regent Centre to keep it sustainable, relevant and embedded in the local community. The Mamma Mia! Spectacular presents the first step in creating something truly unique and welcoming – both for the Regent and for the residents of Christchurch.”

Tickets: www.regentcentre.co.uk or call 01202 499 199.